The best of Kilkenny walking tour
Overview
Together with a professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. Kilkenny is a county rich in artistic tradition. Kilkenny is also home to one of Ireland's premier comedy festivals, the Kilkenny "Cat Laughs" festival. You will have a chance to explore the city while hearing fascinating facts and legends. Kilkenny is known as the Marble City because of its distinctive black marble. You will be surprised how many stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, and corners of Kilkenny. Your charming guide will tell you what is special and unique about living in this city. Perfect for those who are visiting the city for the first time and want to get the most out of it!
Inclusions
- Local Professional Guide
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Butterslip, 31 Rose Inn St, Gardens, Kilkenny, R95 RRD8, Ireland
The Butter Slip is a narrow medieval corridor of Kilkenny! Visit this lovely walkway and find a unique medieval atmosphere, a beautifully arched entrance, and interesting history!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: The Hole in the Wall, Hole in the Wall 17 High Street, Kilkenny R95 TY30 Ireland
The Hole In The Wall is a bar & music venue located right in the heart of Kilkenny! Visit and find a beautifully decorated attraction, lively atmosphere, and interesting history!
Duration: 12 minutes
Stop At: The Tholsel High Street, Kilkenny Ireland
The Tholsell is a beautiful building in the heart of Kilkenny and also part of the medieval mile! Visit and discover the rich history, beautiful architecture, and many more!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Kyteler's Inn, 27 St. Kieran St Kilkenny Ireland
Kytelers Inn is one of the oldest inns in the whole of Ireland! Here you will learn about interesting history, find a lovely interior, and a unique atmosphere that will make you feel like a local!
Duration: 13 minutes
Stop At: Grace's Old Castle, Parliament St, Gardens, Kilkenny, Ireland
Grace's Old Castle is a historic castle building in the center of Kilkenny! Visit and immerse yourself in fantastic architecture, rich history, and a unique atmosphere!
Duration: 12 minutes
Stop At: Rothe House & Garden, 16 Parliament St, Kilkenny R95 P89C Ireland
Rothe House is a notable Tudor merchant’s townhouse! Here you will find three fantastic houses, several impressive architectural features, a small museum, and many more exciting views along with a large beautiful garden!
Duration: 13 minutes
Stop At: The Black Abbey Abbey Street, Kilkenny Ireland
The Black Abbey is definitely a must-see! Visit and find a peaceful atmosphere, stone carvings, impressive sculptures, a unique figure of the Blessed Trinity, beautiful architecture, and rich history!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: St Canice's Cathedral and Round Tower, Church of Ireland, Coach Rd, Gardens, Kilkenny, Ireland
St Canice’s Cathedral is called a hidden gem on Kilkenny’s Medieval Mile! Visit and find impressive examples of Gothic architecture, magnificent stained-glass windows, the largest collection of burial monuments in Ireland, and many more eye-catching views along with the rich history!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: St. Francis Abbey, 31 Parliament Street, Kilkenny Ireland
St. Francis Abbey is a medieval Franciscan abbey and also a National Monument! Visit and immerse yourself in stunning architecture and learn the remarkable history!
Duration: 12 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Butterslip, 31 Rose Inn St, Gardens, Kilkenny, R95 RRD8, Ireland
The Butter Slip is a narrow medieval corridor of Kilkenny! Visit this lovely walkway and find a unique medieval atmosphere, a beautifully arched entrance, and interesting history!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: The Hole in the Wall, Hole in the Wall 17 High Street, Kilkenny R95 TY30 Ireland
The Hole In The Wall is a bar & music venue located right in the heart of Kilkenny! Visit and find a beautifully decorated attraction, lively atmosphere, and interesting history!
Duration: 12 minutes
Stop At: The Tholsel High Street, Kilkenny Ireland
The Tholsell is a beautiful building in the heart of Kilkenny and also part of the medieval mile! Visit and discover the rich history, beautiful architecture, and many more!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Kyteler's Inn, 27 St. Kieran St Kilkenny Ireland
Kytelers Inn is one of the oldest inns in the whole of Ireland! Here you will learn about interesting history, find a lovely interior, and a unique atmosphere that will make you feel like a local!
Duration: 13 minutes
Stop At: Grace's Old Castle, Parliament St, Gardens, Kilkenny, Ireland
Grace's Old Castle is a historic castle building in the center of Kilkenny! Visit and immerse yourself in fantastic architecture, rich history, and a unique atmosphere!
Duration: 12 minutes
Stop At: Rothe House & Garden, 16 Parliament St, Kilkenny R95 P89C Ireland
Rothe House is a notable Tudor merchant’s townhouse! Here you will find three fantastic houses, several impressive architectural features, a small museum, and many more exciting views along with a large beautiful garden!
Duration: 13 minutes
Stop At: The Black Abbey Abbey Street, Kilkenny Ireland
The Black Abbey is definitely a must-see! Visit and find a peaceful atmosphere, stone carvings, impressive sculptures, a unique figure of the Blessed Trinity, beautiful architecture, and rich history!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: St Canice's Cathedral and Round Tower, Church of Ireland, Coach Rd, Gardens, Kilkenny, Ireland
St Canice’s Cathedral is called a hidden gem on Kilkenny’s Medieval Mile! Visit and find impressive examples of Gothic architecture, magnificent stained-glass windows, the largest collection of burial monuments in Ireland, and many more eye-catching views along with the rich history!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: St. Francis Abbey, 31 Parliament Street, Kilkenny Ireland
St. Francis Abbey is a medieval Franciscan abbey and also a National Monument! Visit and immerse yourself in stunning architecture and learn the remarkable history!
Duration: 12 minutes
Additional information
- Near public transportation
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- 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.