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Kilmainham Gaol
🎨MuseumClosed · Opens tomorrow 10:30 AM$ · Budget-friendly

Kilmainham Gaol

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Tour Kilmainham Gaol, the historic prison tied to Ireland's revolutionary past. Follow a knowledgeable guide through its cells and corridors, hearing the stories of the political prisoners held here.

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Full description

Kilmainham Gaol is a prison museum where many of Ireland's political prisoners were incarcerated and executed, closely tied to the story of Irish revolutionary struggle. Visitors follow a guided walking tour through the eerie yet striking building, with guides dotted around the museum to answer questions.

Reviewers highlight knowledgeable, engaging guides and the strong narrative of the prisoners' stories. Booking is essential, and about 75 minutes covers the tour and museum.

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Address

Inchicore Rd, Kilmainham, Dublin 8, D08 RK28, Ireland · Kilmainham
Website
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Hours

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Booking

Booking required

Duration

1h15

Best time

morning, lunchtime or afternoon

Intensity

Moderate walking

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Good to know

  • Book tickets in advance, as visits are by timed tour
  • arrive a little early to browse the museum
  • allow around 75 minutes.
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Reviews

Eerie yet beautiful building steeped in history & stories. Really enjoyed the experience & the museam. We'd a fantastic guide Joanne , would highly recommend. As a dub myself I really enjoyed so definitely a tourist must do

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Alison Lynch

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