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Kilmainham Gaol, Dublin

#11 among attractions in Dublin

Museum, Top attraction, Reportedly haunted
Kilmainham Gaol

Facts and practical information

Alternative names: Established: 1971 (53 years ago)Coordinates: 53°20'31"N, 6°18'33"W
Address

Inchicore RdSouthside (South-West Inner City)Dublin D08 RK28 Ireland

Contact
+353 1 453 5984
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Day trips

Kilmainham Gaol – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Guinness Storehouse, Dublin Zoo, Wellington Monument, Irish Museum of Modern Art.

  • guinness storehouse dublin0.9 miE
  • dublin zoo1 miN
  • wellington monument dublin0.6 miNE
  • irish museum of modern art dublin0.4 miE
  • richmond park dublin0.4 miSW
  • croppies acre dublin1 miE
  • irish national war memorial gardens dublin0.4 miNW
  • magazine fort dublin0.6 miNW
  • sean heuston bridge dublin0.8 miNE
  • st james church dublin0.9 miE
  • anna livia dublin0.9 miNE

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Kilmainham Gaol open?

Kilmainham Gaol is open:
  • Monday 9:30 am - 6 pm
  • Tuesday 9:30 am - 6 pm
  • Wednesday 9:30 am - 6 pm
  • Thursday 9:30 am - 6 pm
  • Friday 9:30 am - 6 pm
  • Saturday 9:30 am - 6 pm
  • Sunday 9:30 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Kilmainham Gaol?

Nearby attractions include Kilmainham, Dublin (2 min walk), Kagyu Samye Dzong Dublin, Dublin (3 min walk), Inchicore Library, Dublin (3 min walk), Bully's Acre, Dublin (4 min walk).

How to get to Kilmainham Gaol by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kilmainham Gaol:

Bus
  • Inchicore Road, Kilmainham Jail • Lines: 69, 79 (1 min walk)
  • Inchicore, Inchicore Library • Lines: 126, 126X, 13, 130, 40 (3 min walk)

Tram
  • Suir Road • Lines: Luas Red Line (10 min walk)
  • Stop • Lines: Luas Red Line (12 min walk)

Train
  • Dublin Heuston (17 min walk)
  • Heuston (18 min walk)

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