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Kilmainham Gaol

If for no other reason, Kilmainham Gaol would be remarkable for being the biggest unoccupied gaol in these islands. As such, it gives the visitor a dramatic and realistic insight into what is was like to have been confined in one of these forbidding bastions of punishment and correction between 1796 when it opened and 1924 when it closed and offers a panoramic insight into some of the most profound, disturbing and inspirational themes of modern Irish history. Leaders of the rebellions of 1798, 1803, 1848, 1867 and 1916 were detained here. Such names as Robert Emmet, Charles Stewart Parnell, leaders of the 1916 Rising and DeValera are associated with the Gaol. The visit includes a guided tour and exhibition. Please note that this is a very busy site and visitors may experience a delay during the summer months. Access by guided tour only.

Directions:

Buses: 51B, 51C, 78A, 79, 79A from Aston Quay.

Facilities:

Toilets, disabled toilets and tearooms. Please contact the Gaol for information on ongoing temporary exhibitions.

Opening Times:

April-September: 9.30am-6pm daily (last admission at 5pm) October-March: Monday to Saturday 9.30am-5.30pm(last admission 4pm), Sundays 10am-6pm(last admission 5pm).

Admissions:

Adults: €6, Senior/Group: €4 Children/ Students: €2 Family €14

Other details:

-A visit to the Gaol includes a guided tour and an exhibition. -All groups must be pre-booked. Bookings can be made by phoning the Gaol directly.

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