Dublin, Ireland: Dublin’s Dramatic History

A trip to the downtown post office in Dublin offers travelers a chance to step into a dramatic chapter in Ireland’s history. Nearby, at the former prison and execution yard of Kilmainham Gaol, today’s guided tours bring the life-and-death drama of that era into sharp focus. For more information on the Rick Steves’ Europe TV series — including episode descriptions, scripts, participating stations, travel information on destinations and more — visit .