Kilmainham
Dublin
Visit Kilmainham
Popular places to visit
Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum
Take a trip to the outskirts of Dublin for a detailed account of this chilling prison’s political and penal past.
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
Explore Dublin’s literary and architectural past or simply stroll around the open spaces of Ireland’s leading higher education institution, in the heart of the city.
St. Stephen's Green
After working your way up Grafton Street’s high end stops and eateries, step into St Stephen’s Green - an oasis of calm in the centre of Ireland’s bustling capital.
Guinness Storehouse
Top off a tour of Ireland’s number 1 visitor attraction with a perfectly poured pint of the black stuff.
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.
Things to do
Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop - 2 Locations
Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour
Dark Dublin Walking Tour: Torture, Murder & Mystery
Cork, Cobh & Blarney Castle 1-Day Rail Tour
Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions
Dublin Open-Top Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour with Live Guides
Top hotels in Kilmainham
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Good place to crash in between flights. Appreciated the shuttle to and from the airport
Reviewed on 30 Mar, 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Lovely light breakfast
Reviewed on 30 Mar, 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
The room was fine and the staff was nice, but they had no hairdryer or toiletries (lotion, shampoo, conditioner) in the room. Also, they had hourly rates to check in early. Bag storage seemed safe and secure. Location was fine.
Reviewed on 30 Mar, 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport Central
Great hotel, lovely room and the staff were fab!
Reviewed on 29 Mar, 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
This hotel was a great find. It's beautiful inside and out. The rooms and bathrooms are super nice and very clean. The breakfast, which was included with the room, was very good with lots of food. The staff in the hotel were super nice and helpful. I highly recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 30 Mar, 2026
Arlington Hotel O'Connell Bridge
Great location, great breakfast, staff all friendly and efficient, great value! What more can I say! Definitely recommend this hotel
Reviewed on 27 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 Iveagh Gardens.
