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Kilkenny Walking Tour with a Kilkenny-Born Local Guide

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Kilkenny, Ireland
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2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

See Kilkenny’s famous landmarks — and understand the stories behind them.

Explore the city on a relaxed 2-hour walking tour with a qualified guide who was born and raised in Kilkenny. Along the way, discover how local stories connect with the bigger events of Irish history, from medieval merchants and invasions to politics, crime and everyday life.

The tour is designed as an ideal introduction to Kilkenny, helping you get your bearings while discovering places and details you might otherwise walk past. There’s plenty of time for questions, a little dry Irish humour, great photo opportunities and local recommendations for what to see, do, eat and drink afterwards.

• Small groups — maximum 15
• Approx. 4 km / 2 hours
• Starts near and finishes at Kilkenny Castle
• Walking tour only — all sights are viewed from outside

What's Included

  • In person guide.

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    19 Rose Inn Street
    Gardens, Kilkenny, R95 VXD0, Ireland

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    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    What To Expect

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    Tourist Information Office (Shee Alms House) (pass by)

    Poor house.
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    St John's Priory

    Church of St. John the evangilist.
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Kilkenny Castle

    Home of the Butler family.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Kilkenny City Library

    The city's library.
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    St. Canice's Cathedral & Round Tower

    Cathedral and round tour.
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Black Abbey

    Dominican Abbey.
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    St. Mary's Catholic Cathedral

    Catholic cathedral.
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    The Tholsel

    The town hall.
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

    Frequently Asked Questions (8)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Kilkenny Walking Tour with a Kilkenny-Born Local Guide?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-115591P3

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    What's Included

    Activity name

    • In person guide.

    Additional Info

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Not recommended for anyone who cannot cover 5km or 3 miles.
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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