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Offered languages
- French
Most guided tours give you dates.
This one tells you lives.
For two hours, discover Kilkenny with a local Guide who grew up here. Through the streets, buildings and iconic places, you will hear the stories of the people who shaped the city — from influential families to ordinary people, from the Middle Ages to today.
This is neither a history course nor a theatre visit. It is a living experience, told simply, as if a local made you discover his city.
You will see the must-sees — Kilkenny Castle (outside), St Canice’s Cathedral, Black Abbey — but most importantly, you will understand what really happened here... and why it still matters today.
In a small group, in a relaxed atmosphere, this tour is often the one that travelers recommend afterwards.
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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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