Walk historic Kilkenny with a qualified tour guide.

5.0
(264 reviews)

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

"Think You’ve Seen Kilkenny? Think Again — The City’s Best Stories Aren’t in the Guidebooks!"
Get ready to wander through Kilkenny’s colorful past with a fun, easygoing walking tour that’s as entertaining as it is eye-opening. Snap photos at the stunning Black Abbey, stroll past the quirky Hurling Statue, and soak up the atmosphere of the Medieval Mile like a true insider. In just 2 hours (and only 4 km of strolling!), you’ll laugh, learn, and uncover the hidden gems that make Kilkenny one of Ireland’s most charming cities. Forget boring history lessons — this is history with personality! Bring your camera, bring your curiosity… and get ready to fall in love with Kilkenny all over again.

What's Included

In person guide.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
17 R887

The meeting point is opposite Kilkenny Crystal on Rose Inn Street.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • Tourist Information Office (Shee Alms House) (Pass by)

    Poor house.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    St John's Priory

    Church of St. John the evangilist.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Kilkenny Castle

    Home of the Butler family.

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Kilkenny City Library

    The city's library.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    St. Canice's Cathedral & Round Tower

    Cathedral and round tour.

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Black Abbey

    Dominican Abbey.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    St. Mary's Catholic Cathedral

    Catholic cathedral.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    The 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
Supplied by Ormonde Language Tours Kilkenny

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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