Kilmainham Gaol

Laura von Eerde

5/5

It was one of the best guided tours I ever had. Adam explained historical events with so such passion and respect for this place full of history in every corner. You can buy tickets in advance or buy them easily there with some waiting time. The staff was very helpful and friendly. One of the highlights of our Dublin trip!

Jessica Henriques

5/5

This museum is A MUST. It clearly shows, with well documented historical facts, how the Irish people suffered under British control of the country. All the staff were incredibly friendly and went above and beyond to help us, making our visit an amazing experience. Joanne, in particular, was outstanding. Her passion for history, deep knowledge of every detail made the tour truly unforgettable. She spoke with clarity and empathy, making the history feel vivid, and she took the time to listen carefully to our questions about some of the political prisoners, giving thoughtful and insightful answers. Her warmth and dedication transformed the visit from a simple tour into a genuinely moving experience.

Brie B

5/5

This tour is well worth taking! The history cannot be missed! It's a beautiful building with a story to tell. My friend who attended with me didn't know much about Irish history and the troubles, this enhanced her visit immense making her understand the troubles and the sites she was seeing through out our travels. Listening to the tour and walking through the jail makes you understand how complicated it is. Our our guide did a wonderful job walking us through the history and keeping track of all of us. The saddest part of the jail, of course, it where the executions happened. The gift shop is small but packs quite a bit in it, from books to magazine and other typical souvenirs. The cafe at the Jail has qite a bit to offer for food and drink. I would highly recommend buying tickets in advance, as many days were sold out even in the off season. You can walk to the Jail from the middle part of Dublin, but it can be quite a distance. If you choose to walk, as we did, you will go past a many sites that are great for exploration as well, just don't get distracted.