Kilmainham
Dublin
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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.
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.
Kilmainham Hotel Deals
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Parking there is none.
Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
This hotel was a very quick stopover as we arrived after midnight and our next flight was 6am. We loved the friendly and helpful staff, the convenience of the 24-hr hotel airport shuttle, the close proximity of the hotel and even though we slept for like 2 hrs, the king bed was absolutely phenomenal! ...
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Clean room, great location! Would highly recommend. :)
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport Central
The rooms are clean & adequate for a short stay. The staff are polite and responsive. The food is NOT upto expected standards of its sister hotels. More pride in their work from the chefs would help
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026
Arlington Hotel O'Connell Bridge
No laundry service self service was available. The king bed was two twin beds pushed together. When stains on the curtains and smell in the room was reported to front desk. They sent someone to check it out only to offer room spray. Beautiful bar area but very disappointed in the overall stay.
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
Ideal for shopping. Transport close by.Staff very helpful and knowledgeable
Reviewed on Mar 20, 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 Iveagh Gardens are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
