Things To Do in Kilkenny

Family Friendly Activities

Kilkenny was made for family fun, come rain or shine, we have some great family friendly activities, from thrill seekers and adrenaline hunters to nature lovers, time travellers, arts and sports fanatics, Kilkenny has plenty to keep every member of your family entertained. 

Check out our list of Family Activities in Kilkenny below!

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Kilkenny Activity Centre

Experience the adrenaline of paintball, the fun of bubble football, the playfulness of splat ball and the hell in the Hells’ Kitchen Assault Course (and…

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Paddle Your Own Canoe

Hire Canoes and accessories from Paddle Your Own Canoe for 1 to 5 days canoe and camping adventures, experience the wonders and delights of the…

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BoatTrips.ie

Take a guided boat tour of Kilkenny in a traditional Irish Open-Boat on the historic river Nore as it flows through the city. Learn of…

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Butcher Restaurant

Redefine your Steak-House experience at Butcher Restaurant in the Heart of Kilkenny. Quality contemporary food & Cocktails are served in their relaxed and intimate restaurant.…

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Medieval Mile Museum

  The former St Mary’s Church has been converted into a modern museum, and is a venue for select events and exhibitions. Designed to enrich…

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Hurling Tours Ireland

At Hurling Tours Ireland, we provide a unique experience for visitors to Co. Kilkenny. We are involved in giving visitors an introduction to our ancient national sport, Hurling. You would…

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Butterfly Valley Glamping

Butterfly Valley Glamping is a unique luxury camping experience located in an area known locally as the ‘Happy Valley’ of Thomastown. Located about two kilometres…

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Rothe House & Garden

  A visit to Rothe House is high on the list of things to do in the Marble City.  Rothe House is a unique Tudor…

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Kilkenny Castle

  Go back in time to a 12th Century castle, remodelled and restored and set in 1830's splendour and extensive parklands: includes art gallery and…