Kilmainham Gaol Museum

Kilmainham Gaol is one of the largest unoccupied gaols in Europe, covering some of the most heroic and tragic events in Ireland's emergence as a modern nation from 1790s to the 1920s. Attractions include a major exhibition detailing the political and penal history of the prison and its restoration.

The tour of the prison includes a power point presentation.

Tours may be arranged for visitors with special needs by prior arrangement. Please email: kilmainhamgaol@opw.ie

Guided Tours:
Access to Kilmainham Gaol by Guided Tour Only
All groups over 10 people must be booked in advance (maximum 35 people in a Group)
E-mail: kilmainhamgaol@opw.ie
Duration of Guided Tour: 60 minutes

Location: 3.5km from centre of Dublin.

Public Transport:
Dublin Bus Route(s):

No. 69 & 79 from Aston Quay Dublin 2
No 13 & 40 from O'Connell St. Dublin 1 or College Green Dublin 2

Please see www.dublinbus.ie for further information.

LUAS Tram:

Red Line - Nearest stop Suir Road.

Please see www.luas.ie for further information.