This summer, why not learn more about your local area by joining us for our Walking Tour from Richmond Barracks to Kilmainham Gaol. Alongside the national historic events that Inchicore and Kilmainham are famous for, you will learn about the area's lesser known history.
In an area that is changing rapidly, Inchicore has its own heroes that are sometimes little known outside of local knowledge. Hear the story of one of Inchicore’s literary legends Michael Hartnett and his influence on some of Ireland’s best known poets. Find out how Emmet Road connects him to one of the sporting prides of Inchicore, St. Patrick’s Athletic.
You’ll leave with an appreciation of how Dublin 8’s influence on art and architecture extends further than IMMA and Kilmainham Gaol into Garrison Churches and other treasures hidden in plain sight.
This tour takes place on Thursdays and Saturdays from 11 am to 12.15 pm.
There is an Irish language version of the tour on the first Saturday of each month.
All tours depart from Richmond Barracks - see our Find Us page.
For more details and to book your place see our Tours page You can also get in touch by emailing us at info@richmondbarracks.ie or by calling us on 01 524 2532. Our team is here to answer any questions you may have.
Posted 18 June 2025