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Offered languages
- French
Discover Kilkenny with a local Irish Guide who speaks French.
In 2 hours, walk the medieval streets of one of Ireland’s most fascinating cities and discover the stories that gave it its character. Beyond monuments, this tour helps you understand the city, its people and the events that marked its history.
You will see the main sights of the historic center while discovering anecdotes, characters and details that most visitors miss. No long lists of dates: here, the story is told through human stories and places that come to life.
Guided by Kilkenny-born Qualified Guide John Britton, this tour is also an excellent introduction to enjoying the rest of your stay in Ireland.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Rose Inn Street, opposite the Kilkenny Crystal store.
Itinerary
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1St. Canice's Cathedral & Round Tower
The episcopal see of Ossary.
5 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
2Black Abbey
Dominican Abbey.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Catholic Cathedral.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Rothe House & Garden
16th century merchant's house.
5 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
5Kilkenny Old Jail and Courthouse
Grace's Castle.
5 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
6Butter Slip
Medieval alley.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7The Tholsel
City Hall.
5 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
8Kilkenny Castle
History of the castle and the Butler family.
5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour is conducted entirely in French, without translation from an English tour.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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