Lyrath
Kilkenny
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 savor the lively bars.
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 savor the lively bars.
Black Abbey
You can find out about the history of Kilkenny with a visit to Black Abbey. While you're here, you can savor the lively bars.
Rothe House
You can browse the exhibits at Rothe House, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Kilkenny. While you're here, you can savor the lively bars.
St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum during your trip to Kilkenny. While in this walkable area, you can savor the lively bars.
St. John the Evangelist Church
St. John the Evangelist Church 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 savor the lively bars.
Things to do
Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny
Activity Kilkenny-Wicklow Mountains-Glendalough
Kilkenny: Historical Highlights Walking Tour
Shenanigans Walks - Guided Walking Tour in Kilkenny
Kilkenny: Smithwick's Beer Experience
Waterford Crystal & Kilkenny 1-Day Rail Tour
Top hotels in Lyrath
Lyrath Estate Hotel Spa & Convention Centre
We had a lovely stay at Lyrath Estate from the 1st to the 4th of January. The hotel was still decorated for Christmas, which added to the festive feel. The staff were a standout. There were plenty of staff on hand, and everyone we encountered was friendly, courteous and helpful. It was like they ...
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel
Nice rooms, and leisure centre was clean and child friendly
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
The Club House Hotel
The charm and warm feel of this hotel is unbeatable. The staff here treats you like family. The breakfast and bar is phenomenal! Will definitely stay here again next trip to Kilkenny
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
Kilford Arms Hotel
Yes very good
Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025
Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel
Room was really spacious, the beds were extremely comfortable and breakfast was perfect for the price we paid!
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
Pembroke Hotel
Smashing hotel. Staff are lovely. Room spotless. Grub 10 out of 10.
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lyrath
Newpark
When in Newpark, you can plan a visit to Nowlan Park and Smithwick's Brewery Tour, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Deansground
While Deansground might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Butler House and Smithwick's Brewery Tour.
Smithsland
Though Smithsland might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Butler House and Kilkenny Golf Club.
Kilkenny City Centre
Kilkenny City Centre is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Smithwick's Brewery Tour or Black Abbey.
Walkinslough
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Walkinslough and surrounding area, you can visit Butler House and Black Abbey.
Maidenhill
Maidenhill might not have many top sights, but Butler House and Black Abbey are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
