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Most visitors see Kilkenny’s medieval buildings. This tour helps you understand the stories behind them.
In a relaxed small group (max 15), explore Kilkenny with a guide born and raised here. Starting near Kilkenny Castle, you’ll walk through the Medieval Mile to places like St. Canice's Cathedral while hearing the real stories that shaped the city — invasions, merchants, crime, politics, and everyday life.
This is not a theatrical tour or a list of dates. It’s designed to feel conversational, personal, and easy to follow.
Guests regularly say they “learned a lot” while still having fun, and many find the tour helps the rest of Kilkenny make far more sense afterward.
Small groups allow plenty of time for questions, conversation, and local recommendations. Advance booking is recommended, especially on weekends.
Small groups limited to 15 people
Local guide born and raised in Kilkenny
Story-focused, relaxed experience
Starts near Kilkenny Castle
Fun, informative introduction to the city
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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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