Kilmainham Gaol
A former prison central to Ireland's fight for independence — moving guided tours through the cell wings.
Don't miss at Kilmainham Gaol
- ◆ 1916 Rising history
- ◆ Haunting cell blocks
- ◆ Guided tours only
Insider tip
Tickets sell out days ahead — book online before you travel.
Kilmainham Gaol — visitor questions
What is Kilmainham Gaol known for?
A former prison central to Ireland's fight for independence — moving guided tours through the cell wings. Highlights include: 1916 Rising history; Haunting cell blocks; Guided tours only.
Where is Kilmainham Gaol?
Kilmainham Gaol is in Kilmainham, Dublin — Inchicore Rd, Kilmainham, Dublin 8. More info: https://kilmainhamgaolmuseum.ie
Any tips for visiting Kilmainham Gaol?
Tickets sell out days ahead — book online before you travel.
Can Chauffyr take me to Kilmainham Gaol?
Yes — Chauffyr provides a private, fixed-price chauffeur to Kilmainham Gaol and between every stop on your Dublin itinerary, with no parking or driving to worry about.
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