Kilmainham
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.
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.
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.
Aviva Stadium
Watch a game of rugby or soccer and take a tour of the changing rooms and players’ tunnel to peek behind the curtain.
Things to do
Dublin Open-Top Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour with Live Guides
Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop - 2 Locations
Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny
1-Day Ring of Kerry Rail Tour
Dublin Jameson Distillery Bow St. Tour and Tasting 45 mins
Giant's Causeway, Belfast Titanic & Dark Hedges from Dublin
Kilmainham Hotel Deals
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Lovely hotel very helpful staff
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
I really enjoyed staying at the Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport! The hotel was very clean, the rooms were comfortable, the bedding was warm and cozy, the water pressure was refreshing, and the coffee, tea, water, and cookies provided were a nice touch! I really appreciated the free transportation to ...
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Self check in was a bit of a pain but otherwise faultless
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026
Arlington Hotel O'Connell Bridge
The rooms were very comfortable, the location was amazing (right in the heart of the city), and the staff was wonderful! They were able to answer all of our questions about routes, transportation, places to see, etc. We had a great time at the Celtic Nights dinner show downstairs at the same hotel. ...
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
The hotel was wonderful and the staff were excellent throughout our stay, a really great hotel to stay in.
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026
Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection
Staff really good room excellent. Location the best.
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Kilmainham
Dublin 8
Historic postal district, Dublin 8 boasts hipster cafes, cocktail bars, and family-friendly restaurants amidst notable buildings like Christ Church Cathedral and St. Patrick's Cathedral.
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
While Warrenmount might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Guinness Storehouse and St. Patrick's Cathedral.
Portobello
Portobello might not have many top sights, but Guinness Storehouse and Aviva Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
