Private walking Tour of Kilkenny. English, French or German
Overview
Book a private tour of Kilkenny, whether for a large or small group. The tour takes you on a fascinating walk around the medieval streets of Kilkenny. The tour will introduce you to some fascinating characters in our history, as well as finding out about some amazing, and historical structures that dot our streets.
If you are booking this for a group with a specific interest, please let me know, and I can alter the information or route to suit your group.
The two-hour walking tour of KIlkenny is hosted by John Britton, a native of Kilkenny. John is certified in National Tour Guiding, with a degree in Language Studies, and he is also a member of the Approved Tourist Guides of Ireland. The tours can be booked in English, French or German.
If you are booking this for a group with a specific interest, please let me know, and I can alter the information or route to suit your group.
The two-hour walking tour of KIlkenny is hosted by John Britton, a native of Kilkenny. John is certified in National Tour Guiding, with a degree in Language Studies, and he is also a member of the Approved Tourist Guides of Ireland. The tours can be booked in English, French or German.
Inclusions
- In person qualified tour guide.
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: St John's Priory, Saint John's John Street Lower, Kilkenny Ireland
From outside the building, a description will be given about the fascinating history of this 800 year old church.
Pass By: Butler Gallery, Evan's Home John's Quay, Kilkenny R95 YX3F Ireland
Learn about what became of the priory, and how the site became transformed into the Butler Gallery.
Pass By: St. Canice's Cathedral & Round Tower, Coach Rd The Close, Kilkenny R95 V63H Ireland
This site has served many functions over the years.
Stop At: The Black Abbey Abbey Street, Kilkenny Ireland
Except for Sunday, you can enter this wonderful church and admire the stained glass windows.
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Black Freren Gate, The Black Abbey 12 Abbey Street Near Black Abbey, Kilkenny Ireland
See the last standing of Kilkenny's original gates.
Pass By: Smithwick's Retail Store, Parliament St. 44, Kilkenny Ireland
Probably the most famous product to come from Kilkenny.
Pass By: Rothe House & Garden, 16 Parliament St, Kilkenny R95 P89C Ireland
See one of the most historic houses in Ireland, which keeps it's original Tudor period facade.
Pass By: Kyteler's Inn, 27 St. Kieran St Kilkenny Ireland
Learn about the most notorious inhabitant in Kilkenny's history.
Pass By: Butterslip Lane, Apartment 2, Dalgan House, St Kieran's St, Gardens, Kilkenny, Ireland
Is it really as slippy as butter?
Pass By: Medieval Mile Museum, 2 St Marys Lane, Kilkenny R95 ANW5 Ireland
The dead centre of KIlkenny
Pass By: Tourist Information Office (Shee Alms House), Rose Inn Street, Kilkenny Ireland
What was the benefit of building a house for poor people?
Pass By: Kilkenny Castle, The Parade, Kilkenny R95 YRK1 Ireland
The most famous building in Kilkenny's history. The tour ends here.
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: St John's Priory, Saint John's John Street Lower, Kilkenny Ireland
From outside the building, a description will be given about the fascinating history of this 800 year old church.
Pass By: Butler Gallery, Evan's Home John's Quay, Kilkenny R95 YX3F Ireland
Learn about what became of the priory, and how the site became transformed into the Butler Gallery.
Pass By: St. Canice's Cathedral & Round Tower, Coach Rd The Close, Kilkenny R95 V63H Ireland
This site has served many functions over the years.
Stop At: The Black Abbey Abbey Street, Kilkenny Ireland
Except for Sunday, you can enter this wonderful church and admire the stained glass windows.
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Black Freren Gate, The Black Abbey 12 Abbey Street Near Black Abbey, Kilkenny Ireland
See the last standing of Kilkenny's original gates.
Pass By: Smithwick's Retail Store, Parliament St. 44, Kilkenny Ireland
Probably the most famous product to come from Kilkenny.
Pass By: Rothe House & Garden, 16 Parliament St, Kilkenny R95 P89C Ireland
See one of the most historic houses in Ireland, which keeps it's original Tudor period facade.
Pass By: Kyteler's Inn, 27 St. Kieran St Kilkenny Ireland
Learn about the most notorious inhabitant in Kilkenny's history.
Pass By: Butterslip Lane, Apartment 2, Dalgan House, St Kieran's St, Gardens, Kilkenny, Ireland
Is it really as slippy as butter?
Pass By: Medieval Mile Museum, 2 St Marys Lane, Kilkenny R95 ANW5 Ireland
The dead centre of KIlkenny
Pass By: Tourist Information Office (Shee Alms House), Rose Inn Street, Kilkenny Ireland
What was the benefit of building a house for poor people?
Pass By: Kilkenny Castle, The Parade, Kilkenny R95 YRK1 Ireland
The most famous building in Kilkenny's history. The tour ends here.
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
mauramulligan
July 2023
This is the tour to take in Kilkenny. John gives a very interesting and informative overview of Kilkenny. Full of both historical and fun facts. And he also does the tour in French and German. Not to be missed.
This is the tour to take in Kilkenny. John gives a very interesting and informative overview of Kilkenny. Full of both historical and fun facts. And he also does the tour in French and German. Not to be missed.norarG8964OF
July 2023
We had John as our tour guide for a work event today. Very informative, interesting guide who brought us to loads of historical sites today and provided us with entertaining nuggets of information about Kilkenny. Thoroughly recommended 👌
We had John as our tour guide for a work event today. Very informative, interesting guide who brought us to loads of historical sites today and provided us with entertaining nuggets of information about Kilkenny. Thoroughly recommended 👌Naomi C
May 2023
John was very knowledgeable and personable. He did answered many questions without hesitation nor irritation. Very enjoyable evening.
John was very knowledgeable and personable. He did answered many questions without hesitation nor irritation. Very enjoyable evening.S F
May 2023
John was full of historical information about his beloved hometown. Such a lovely town! We learned about the river, churches, castle, and conflict. First rate tour.
John was full of historical information about his beloved hometown. Such a lovely town! We learned about the river, churches, castle, and conflict. First rate tour.Bburnsg550
May 2023
John was a great guide with wonderful stories of the history of Kilkenny. He was very accomodating to the physical limitations of our group which was much appreciated.
John was a great guide with wonderful stories of the history of Kilkenny. He was very accomodating to the physical limitations of our group which was much appreciated.Laurie_E
October 2023
John was so kind and patient with us. We were on a private tour and he let us customize a bit by allowing time to climb to the top of St Canus round tower. It was raining but he found warm, dry places on our tour.
John was so kind and patient with us. We were on a private tour and he let us customize a bit by allowing time to climb to the top of St Canus round tower. It was raining but he found warm, dry places on our tour.