Deansground
Kilkenny
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Popular places to visit
Kilkenny Castle
After visiting Kilkenny Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kilkenny. While you're here, you can savour the lively bars.
The Hub
There are two distinct sides to Kilkenny that combine to make it one of the best cities to visit in the Republic of Ireland. Recently voted Top Tourism Town by Failte Ireland, the medieval capital of Ireland boasts a rich historical heritage immediately apparent in the very architecture of the Marble City, while it is also a thriving cosmopolitan centre for the arts, for music and design, and host of the popular Cat Laughs Festival every May.
St. Canice's Cathedral
St. Canice's Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Kilkenny, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're here, you can savour the lively bars.
Black Abbey
You can find out about the history of Kilkenny when you stop by Black Abbey. While you're here, you can savour the lively bars.
Rothe House
You can browse the exhibits at Rothe House, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Kilkenny. While you're here, you can savour the lively bars.
St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum during your trip to Kilkenny. While in this walkable area, you can savour the lively bars.
Things to do
Kilkenny: St Canice's Cathedral and Round Tower Climb
Kilkenny Walking Tour – Starts close to Kilkenny castle.
Shenanigans Walks - Guided Walking Tour in Kilkenny
Kilkenny: Guided City Boat Tour with Kilkenny Castle Views
Kilkenny: Smithwick's Beer Experience
Top hotels in Deansground
The Club House Hotel
"Interesting history in that building."
Reviewed on 16 May, 2026
Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel
"Convenient parking across the street. Great location. Beautiful room & we slept great. Breakfast was amazing"
Reviewed on 16 May, 2026
Hotel Kilkenny
"Beautiful stay, gorgeous site. Rooms were wonderful and we enjoyed our stay!"
Reviewed on 17 May, 2026
Pembroke Hotel
"We were greeted in front of the property by Sara, coming off her break, who went above and beyond by helping us park in a tight spot. Every staff member treated us like family."
Reviewed on 17 May, 2026
Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel
"Great comfy room. Superb location. Welcome drink a nice touch. Fab pub. . Live music at the Field next door was great. And the Left Bank across the street had a fab late evening band. Lots of dancing. Rive Gauche for dinner was the best. Kilkenny was pretty amazing."
Reviewed on 17 May, 2026
Woodford Dolmen Hotel
"Great Hotel,very pleased and would stay there again"
Reviewed on 16 May, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Deansground
Walkinslough
While there might not be top attractions in Walkinslough, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Butler House and St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum.
Maidenhill
Though Maidenhill may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Butler House and St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum.
Kilkenny City Centre
Kilkenny City Centre is known for its lively bars, and you can plan a trip to Rothe House and Smithwick's Brewery Tour while you're in town.
Smithsland
Though Smithsland may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Butler House and St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum.
Newpark
Though Newpark may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Nowlan Park and Smithwick's Brewery Tour.
Talbotsinch
Talbotsinch might not have many top sights, but Black Abbey and Smithwick's Brewery Tour are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
