Kilmainham Travel Guide
Dublin
Visit Kilmainham
Popular places to visit
Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum
This infamous and eerie former prison is a fitting place to hear the grisly story of Ireland’s punitive past and the struggle for independence from British rule.
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.
St. Stephen's Green
Take a break in Dublin’s most popular public park with green lawns and flower beds, a stone bridge and statues, a swan-filled lake and a playground.
Trinity College
Walk the cobbled lanes of Ireland’s oldest university, alma mater to literary greats and home of the precious Book of Kells.
Guinness Storehouse
A tour of this pint-shaped hall in a historic brewery provides an intoxicating journey through the making of Ireland’s signature drink.
Aviva Stadium
If you’re heading to Dublin for a rugby or football match at the Aviva Stadium, then you’re in for a real treat. Situated just south of Dublin’s bustling city centre, the Aviva Stadium is a state-of-the-art, four-tiered sports stadium and concert venue, located on the rushing River Dodder not far from Ireland’s east coast.
Things to do
Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop - 2 Locations
Dublin Open-Top Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour with Live Guides
1-Day Ring of Kerry Rail Tour
Glendalough, Wicklow, Kilkenny and Sheep Dog Demonstration
Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny
The Gravedigger Ghost Bus Tour
Top hotels in Kilmainham
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Good location, excellent hotel ,quirky fresh interior design would definitely recommend nd visit again 10/10
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Warm welcome and helpful staff. Enjoyed the Italuan restaurant where food was good and staff were friendly and profesional.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Clean room comforter bed great location excellent breakfast
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Arlington Hotel O'Connell Bridge
Excellent location
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
Perfect location, train station is a 10 minute walk away.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection
Great staff especially Markho and Martin (sorry about spelling), fantastic location, comfortable beds. Wish there was a small fridge and easier to see the mirror to dry our hair lol.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
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.
Stoneybatter
While you're in Stoneybatter, take in top sights like Phoenix Park and jump on the metro at Museum Station to see more of the city.
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.
Warrenmount
Though Warrenmount may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Guinness Storehouse and St. Patrick's Cathedral.
Portobello
Though Portobello may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Guinness Storehouse and Aviva Stadium.
