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Offered languages
- French
Discover Kilkenny with John Britton, a local-born Qualified Guide and one of the few Irish guides offering guided tours in French.
For two hours, explore one of Ireland’s best-preserved medieval cities and discover the stories, characters and events that shaped its identity.
You will see the main sights of the historic center while discovering anecdotes and details that most visitors miss. Here, no long lists of dates: the story comes to life through human stories and the gaze of a Kilkenny resident.
This tour is an excellent introduction to fully enjoy the rest of your stay. Recommended by 100% of travellers who have left a review, it is ideal for exploring Kilkenny as soon as you arrive.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Rose Inn Street, opposite the Kilkenny Crystal store.
Itinerary
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1Kilkenny Castle
History of the castle and the Butler family.
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 -
8St. Canice's Cathedral & Round Tower
The episcopal see of Ossary.
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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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