Dublin Pass Calculator: Go City vs Buying Tickets (2026)
The Dublin Pass (Go City) is an unlimited pass built around a few heavyweight attractions: the Guinness Storehouse, Jameson Distillery and the Book of Kells carry most of its value. Kilmainham Gaol, famously, isn't on it. Tick your list and see the math.
1. Who's going, and for how long?
Days matter for unlimited passes; pick-a-number passes give you weeks.
2. What do you want to see?
Gate prices are our researched baselines (as of July 2026).
Prices per person in USD unless noted. Children priced at each operator's child rate where published; gate-price child tickets estimated at 80% of adult. Choice-slot menu rules are simplified; the linked booking pages have the exact menus.
How the Dublin passes actually work
Is the Dublin Pass worth it?
Only on packed days: Guinness plus Jameson plus the Book of Kells passes $85 at the gate, which clears the 1-day pass price. Spread the same three over three days and buying separately wins comfortably.
Why isn't Kilmainham Gaol included?
It's a state-run site with cheap timed tickets that sell out weeks ahead; no pass includes it. Book it direct first, then plan pass days around it.
Does it include transport?
No, and Dublin's core is walkable. The hop-on bus IS included, which covers most visitors' transport needs on sightseeing days.