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.
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.
Trinity College
Walk the cobbled lanes of Ireland’s oldest university, alma mater to literary greats and home of the precious Book of Kells.
Dublin Port
Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while 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.
Things to do
Dublin Open-Top Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour with Live Guides
Glendalough, Wicklow, Kilkenny and Sheep Dog Demonstration
Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny
The Gravedigger Ghost Bus Tour
DoDublin - Hop On Hop Off - Open Top Bus Tour
Top hotels in Kilmainham
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
I loved how easy it was to check in here and how nice the property was. My partner and I were traveling from the United States and it was really thoughtful that they sent us an email to let us know that our room was available early to do their self-service check in on a really busy weekend [we were ...
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Check in was poor. Place is clean and modern
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel, Dublin Airport
Everything was perfect!
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Very very nice hotel. Lounge was good. We do wish valet parking was offered.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport
Excellent hotel and very near Dublin Airport.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Point A Hotel Dublin Parnell Street
Room was clean. Good location to walk around the city center.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
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 Guinness Storehouse and Iveagh Gardens.
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 Guinness Storehouse and Jervis Shopping Center 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 Bank of Ireland or Dame Street while you're exploring the area.
