Things To Do in Kilkenny

Kilkenny Heritage & History

From castles to cathedrals to settlements, evidence of Kilkenny’s rich heritage and history can be found in abundance throughout the county. 

See our shortlist below of places you can go that perfectly illustrate Kilkenny’s heritage and history.

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Lingaun Valley

Welcome to Lingaun Valley where history has meaning and its legend continues.   Legendary valley beneath the shadow of Sliabh na mBan. A wealth of…

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Smithwick’s Experience Kilkenny

Smithwick’s Experience Kilkenny: Discover the Story Behind Ireland’s Oldest Ale Located in the heart of Kilkenny City, less than a 10-minute stroll from the iconic…

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Shankill Castle

Shankill Castle has been home to the Cope family since 1991. They have opened up their vibrant house and gardens for visitors to experience the…

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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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Kilkenny Famine Experience

Visit Kilkenny Union Workhouse, adjacent to Kilkenny Train Station, now beautifully restored as MacDonagh Junction Shopping Centre to take this FREE audio visual self-led tour.…

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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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St. Canice’s Cathedral & Round Tower

In the shadow of Saints, follow in the footsteps and hear stories of hermits and knights at St. Canice's Cathedral, Ireland’s best-preserved medieval Cathedral, appearing…

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St Mary’s Cathedral

St Mary’s Cathedral is a beautiful Gothic Cathedral which stands at the heart of our medieval city. It was consecrated in 1857 and built, in…

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Jerpoint Park

  Visit the unique Heritage Site in Jerpoint Park and enjoy a guided tour of the footprints of a deserted 12th Century Medieval town dating…