Things to do in County Kilkenny

Activities, attractions and tours

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Things to do

Lafcadio Hearn Japanese Gardens Admission Adult Ticket

Lafcadio Hearn Japanese Gardens Admission Adult Ticket

S$12
per adult
Lafcadio Hearn Japanese Gardens Admission Adult Ticket
Picture 3 for Activity Kilkenny: Smithwick's Beer Experience

Kilkenny: Smithwick's Beer Experience

S$33
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Kilkenny: Smithwick's Beer Experience
Kilkenny: St Canice's Cathedral and Round Tower Climb

Kilkenny: St Canice's Cathedral and Round Tower Climb

S$14
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kilkenny: St Canice's Cathedral and Round Tower Climb
Kilkenny: Historical Highlights Walking Tour

The Perfect Introduction to Kilkenny Walking Tour

S$22
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Perfect Introduction to Kilkenny Walking Tour
Irish Wake Museum Tour Rituals of Death and Celebration of Life

Irish Wake Museum Tour Rituals of Death and Celebration of Life

S$21
per adult
Irish Wake Museum Tour Rituals of Death and Celebration of Life
Kilkenny Haunted Dark Tours

Kilkenny Haunted Dark Tours

S$27
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kilkenny Haunted Dark Tours
Smithwick's Experience Kilkenny Entrance Ticket

Smithwick's Experience Kilkenny Entrance Ticket

S$33
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Smithwick's Experience Kilkenny Entrance Ticket
Waterford City Top 10 Highlights Walking Tour

Waterford City Top 10 Highlights Walking Tour

S$56
per adult
Waterford City Top 10 Highlights Walking Tour
Kilkenny Walking Tour with a Kilkenny-Born Local Guide

Kilkenny Walking Tour with a Kilkenny-Born Local Guide

S$22
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kilkenny Walking Tour with a Kilkenny-Born Local Guide
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Kilkenny Castle

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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.
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Where to stay in County Kilkenny

Find the best County Kilkenny areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Kilkenny City Centre

Kilkenny City Centre is known for its lively bars, and you can plan a trip to Smithwick's Brewery Tour and St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum while you're in town.

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Newpark

Though Newpark may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like The National Reptile Zoo and Smithwick's Brewery Tour.

A historic castle with a large courtyard, a central tower, and a well-maintained lawn.

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.

A large, historic stone castle with multiple towers and arched windows.

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.

Deansground

While there might not be top attractions in Deansground, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Butler House and St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum.

 

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