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.
Guinness Storehouse
Top off a tour of Ireland’s number 1 visitor attraction with a perfectly poured pint of the black stuff.
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.
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
Cork, Cobh & Blarney Castle 1-Day Rail Tour
Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop - 2 Locations
Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions
1-Day Ring of Kerry Rail Tour
Dublin Open-Top Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour with Live Guides
Giant's Causeway, Belfast Titanic & Dark Hedges from Dublin
Top hotels in Kilmainham
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Clean room. Near airport. Restaurants were lacking in variety of good food
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Clean room and very comfortable and spacious. Second time staying here and highly recommended. Be careful with the hot tap in the kitchen. It's very hot!
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
I had a lovely stay once again at the Marlin. I was greeted by Victoria at check in who was so nice and very helpful
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
One of the best hotels we’ve ever stayed at. The staff are beyond polite and professional— they go out of their way to make sure you are taken care of from the moment you arrive. Would stay again. Room was clean and large, and the breakfast was tasty each morning.
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026
Arlington Hotel O'Connell Bridge
Clean good location
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026
Temple Bar Hotel Dublin by The Unlimited Collection
Room was extremely spacious, clean and overall I was impressed with the gorgeous room and nice hotel not noisy at all!
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kilmainham
Dublin 8
While you're in Dublin 8, take in top sights like Guinness Storehouse or Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Heuston Station or Heuston Tram Stop.
Stoneybatter
While you're in Stoneybatter, take in top sights like Collins Barracks 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 Grafton Street.
Portobello
Portobello might not have many top sights, but Grafton Street and Guinness Storehouse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
