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- English
See Kilkenny’s famous landmarks — and understand the stories behind them.
Explore the city on a relaxed 2-hour walking tour with a qualified guide who was born and raised in Kilkenny. Along the way, discover how local stories connect with the bigger events of Irish history, from medieval merchants and invasions to politics, crime and everyday life.
The tour is designed as an ideal introduction to Kilkenny, helping you get your bearings while discovering places and details you might otherwise walk past. There’s plenty of time for questions, a little dry Irish humour, great photo opportunities and local recommendations for what to see, do, eat and drink afterwards.
• Small groups — maximum 15
• Approx. 4 km / 2 hours
• Starts near and finishes at Kilkenny Castle
• Walking tour only — all sights are viewed from outside
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The meeting point is opposite Kilkenny Crystal on Rose Inn Street.
Itinerary
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Tourist Information Office (Shee Alms House) (Pass by)
Poor house.
Admission ticket free -
1St John's Priory
Church of St. John the evangilist.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Kilkenny Castle
Home of the Butler family.
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
3Kilkenny City Library
The city's library.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4St. Canice's Cathedral & Round Tower
Cathedral and round tour.
5 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
5Black Abbey
Dominican Abbey.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6St. Mary's Catholic Cathedral
Catholic cathedral.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7The Tholsel
The town hall.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recommended for anyone who cannot cover 5km or 3 miles.
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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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