Kilmainham Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Kilmainham
Popular places to visit
Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum
Uncover the gruesome truth behind Ireland’s struggle for independence with a tour of this notorious former prison.
War Memorial Gardens
War Memorial Gardens is just one of the places to see in Dublin, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Trinity College
Follow in the footsteps of many literary greats as you explore the fascinating treasures of the country’s oldest university.
St. Stephen's Green
Visit the beautiful gardens of Dublin’s most popular park to relax amongst statues of the city’s most famous residents.
Dublin Port
Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
Croke Park
Croke Park in Dublin is so much more than an impressive sports stadium. “Croker”, as it is locally known, is in many ways is a bastion of Irish identity that protects the spirit of Gaelic games from forces seeking to dislodge it. If this all sounds a bit dramatic you should take the fantastic Croke Park Experience tour to get a very real sense of just how important and deeply ingrained the GAA and Gaelic games are to Ireland’s sense of itself.
Activities
Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket
Dublin: River Liffey Sightseeing Cruise
The Irish Dance Party in Dublin
Dark Dublin: Torture, Murder & Mystery
Food on Food: Dublin Street Food Tour with local guide
From Dublin: Game of Thrones Studio Tour with Coach Transfer
Other neighbourhoods around Kilmainham
Dublin 8
If you're spending time in Dublin 8, check out sights like Guinness Storehouse or Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Heuston Station or Heuston Tram Stop.
Smithfield
Well liked for its restaurants and churches, Smithfield is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Jameson Distillery Bow St. and Smithfield Chimney, and jump on the metro at Smithfield Station to get around the city.
The Liberties
While you're in The Liberties, take in top sights like Guinness Storehouse and jump on the metro at Heuston Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Portobello
Though Portobello may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like St. Stephen's Green and Guinness Storehouse.
City Centre Dublin
Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and great live music, there's plenty to explore in City Centre Dublin. Top attractions like St. Stephen's Green and Croke Park are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Temple Bar
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Temple Bar. Make a stop by Dame Street or Olympia Theatre while you're exploring the area.
- Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum
- Trinity College
- Croke Park
- Guinness Storehouse
- Aviva Stadium
- O'Connell Street
- Dublin Castle
- Grafton Street
- Bord Gáis Energy Theatre
- Malahide Castle
- The Convention Centre Dublin
- Emerald Park
- University College Dublin
- Dublin Zoo
- Phoenix Park
- Liffey Valley Shopping Centre
- St. Patrick's Cathedral
- Marlay Park
- Merrion Square
- K Club
- Jameson Distillery Bow St.
- Leopardstown Racecourse