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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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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Kilkenny Foodie Tours

We offer food tasting and cultural walking tours through Kilkenny’s medieval narrow streets and alleyways. On our tours, you visit local artisan food producers and…

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Trail Kilkenny

Trail Kilkenny is an award winning, non-profit company, which has developed a range of walking and cycling routes around County Kilkenny. Whether it’s a quiet…

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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 the…

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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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Laser Combat Experience

Laser Combat is a great day out foe Adults or Kids. Our state-of-the-art laser tag guns have realistic sound effects and look just like something…

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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 merchant’s…

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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 playground.…