Kilmainham Gaol was a great stop. The tour was very interesting. We had a difficult time finding it... it was a much longer walk than we expected. It was worth it, though. The whole concept of "reform through architecture" was especially interesting. more

First visit to Dublin we decided to see Kilmainham Goal. The entrance fees were very fair and the tour gude was a joy to listen to. Telling the history of the goal but also the political history of Ireland. It was a real education for me. Fasinating place and well worth a visit if you are visiting Dublin. My kids... more

Tour gives an overview in emotive terms, the modern history of Ireland. Having studied modern Irish histroy, found the tour guide knowledgable. Got through tour, without insighting any kind of anti colonial feeling, which is challenging given the subject. An essential for visiting ireland, whether interested or not in Irish history. more

Having read the excellent reviews on the Kilmainham Gaol, I was looking forward to the visit and believe me it didn't disappoint. Tour takes about 50mins and the tour guide, with an excellent knowledge of the history and politics of Ireland, brought to life the history of the jail through the lives of some of its inmates. Don't miss this... more

We really enjoyed visiting this place. The tour was perfect! more

Anyone having a small knowledge/interest of recent irish history, would find this site absolutely a must see! Guided tour is very imformative,and small "museum"at the entrance quite interesting. Great value for money too. more

This was the highlight on my trip to Dublin, I've been the city multiple times now and still have fond memories of Kilmainham. A great thing to see at the start of your trip in Dublin even though its a couple minutes drive out of downtown. The tour here will give you tons of insight into the history of Ireland,... more

I really wanted to visit this place but wasn´t sure how far it was from the city center. It took actually only 8 minutes by bus to arrive to Kilmanhim Gaol. My plan was to take a guided tour inside in order to get the most out of it but you can only see the gaol with a guide. And... more

Easily accessible by city bus from Ashton Quay, which is at the southwest corner of O'Connell Bridge. The jail is only accessible by tour, but the tour was the most reasonably-priced activity we encountered this week, and well worth it. Starts out in the museum which gives you historical context and insight into prisons and prison reform, as well as... more