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- Erika RAnnandale, VA11 contributionsWhat a fascinating piece of Irish history. Our guide, Adam, did a wonderful job leading us through the prison. Do book tickets when you are initially planning a trip to Dublin and fit other things around, as tickets can be hard to come by. It’s a long walk but a fairly priced taxi ride from the city center. Cannot recommend this tour and subsequent museum visit enoughWritten March 12, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Rhys BFincham, UK18 contributionsA really fun time. Some really beautiful displays and some great places to take photos. Found that the staff were really enthusiastic and friendly. Bar at the top was exceptional (if not almost impossible to find a seat) and got given two free pints randomly from the staff.Written March 9, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Brian MDublin, Ireland27 contributionsWe took the tour at the weekend. It was an amazing journey through 300 years of history in an iconic Georgian property. Our tour guide Elizabeth was very informative and really brought the experience to life. From the grandeur of the 18th century house, to the misery and hardship of the tenement building of the 19th and 20th century. All with authentic articles and decor from the time. Really enjoyed the tourWritten March 17, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Anna P1 contributionA very beautiful indeed sightseeing in the center of Dublin! Outside both the castle, the chapel royal and the garden were eye-catching and worth it to give them a visit during your staying. Our guide Mat was presenting us the historical facts with the most vivid and interesting way possible, it was a pleasure meeting him!Written February 18, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Elizabeth H26 contributionsLarge museum. Lots to see. Interesting for all ages
I like to read. Or watch TV. Difficult to do both simultaneously, especially as some rooms had two TV screens. Difficult to concentrate. I'd prefer silent sceeens with subtitles / headphonesWritten February 25, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Ciaran R1 contributionThe building is incredible and my tour guide Muireann was brilliant and very knowledgeable. I'm delighted I went and would highly recommend.Written October 15, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Geraldine CDublin, Ireland16 contributionsI used to go horse-riding up that hill. Later I spent many happy hours there with friends who did experimental photography and filmmaking - this place always set the right tone. I live nearby and am sad to see that it is being redeveloped now to facilitate corporate visitors and family activities, outdoors sports etc. The local council are promoting this new enterprise with a vanilla marketing campaign.
Dubliners and horror fans will have to say RIP to what was an authentically spooky place.
I've written several articles about it and it is the setting for a particularly chilling scene in my book "unRIP" (written under the pen-name Aneeta Hall). I'm giving away FREE Kindle copies on Amazon this weekend (search "unRIP" + "AneetaHall"). The screenplay based on the book also recently won three awards. I'd love to get some reviews on Amazon / Goodreads.Written October 23, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - redecoWarren, MA9,429 contributionsThe Customs House stands proud over the Quayside of the River Liffey. Dating to 1791, the Customs House represented the British domination of the Irish through taxation. The IRA burned the building in 1921 in order to destroy tax records. This magnificent classical architecture was completely restored after the revolution. Today, the building houses the Irish Department of Environment, Heritage, and Local Government.
A Visitor Center with a historical audio tour is available for a fee. I opted to enjoy the exterior. Very impressive.
Enjoy!Written October 12, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Dean Anthony M1 contributionMe and the young nephew managed to get last minute tickets for a Wednesday tour as he has wanted to visit Kilmainham Gaol for a long time now!
We travelled to Dublin from Belfast for the day and we both thoroughly enjoyed the experience of Kilmainham its layout and a special mention to our tour guide Anna. She was clear concise and very passionate about the history of Kilmainham Gaol. She went above and beyond and gave us little snippets of Belfast links with regards to the history of the jail, giving that more involved experience. Highly recommend! Further to this the pieces on the exhibition are thought provoking, moving and in many ways have made me look again at Irish History.Written November 15, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Marie DWicklow, Ireland71 contributionsBeautiful historic setting - both the buildings and the grounds are wonderful.
The exhibits are interesting.
Give the café a miss - ridiculously overpriced and pretentious. (€4.10 for a medicore cappucino.. in a glass 🙄).Written November 7, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Gale S8 contributionsGreat selection of gluten free sandwiches with decent fillings as part of the meal deal or by themselves. You won't find them anywhere else in station!Written July 17, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- cathywhelan1968Dublin, Ireland131 contributionsWonderful experience to do the house tour last Saturday morning. Molly - our tour guide - did a great job. The house and gardens are stunning and President Higgins's Study is fantastic to see.Written October 29, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- TravellerDWMLondon, UK521 contributionsWould recommend emailing Leinster House a few days before your visit to go on one of their guided tours. Last an hour, are informative and see the Parliament chambers.Written June 15, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- quiggersGreystones, Ireland104 contributionsA super tour of the Freemasons Hall, that we came upon by chance. One of teh best tours in Dublin, and not well known. Tours are I believe every weekday at 3pm, but check in advance by a quick phone call as sometimes a Lodge meeting will cancel the odd tour. Go in with an open mind, the history is stunning.Written January 22, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- martina bireland22 contributionsVery helpful staff, especially the gentleman from the Information desk who helped me with topping up my Leap card at the ticket machine this morning. Thank you.Written August 10, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
