Walkinslough
Kilkenny
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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.
The Hub
There are two distinct sides to Kilkenny that combine to make it one of the best cities to visit in the Republic of Ireland. Recently voted Top Tourism Town by Failte Ireland, the medieval capital of Ireland boasts a rich historical heritage immediately apparent in the very architecture of the Marble City, while it is also a thriving cosmopolitan centre for the arts, for music and design, and host of the popular Cat Laughs Festival every May.
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.
Things to do
Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny
Activity Kilkenny-Wicklow Mountains-Glendalough
Kilkenny Walking Tour with Certified Local Guide
Kilkenny: St Canice's Cathedral and Round Tower Climb
Kilkenny Walking Tour with Local Guide – History & Stories
Top hotels in Walkinslough
Hotel Kilkenny
Nice hotel is located out of town. The staff were kind and the place was clean and the room was spacious. Breakfast was very good.
Reviewed on Apr 30, 2026
The Club House Hotel
Absolutely fantastic hotel. Service and quality of hotel is excellent. Great location.
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel
Comfortable & clean
Reviewed on May 5, 2026
Pembroke Hotel
Hotel is very centrally located. All facilities are excellent but the standout thing about my stay were the staff — from reception, to room service to bar & restaurant, all were so friendly & helpful. Would highly recommend
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel
It was a beautiful old hotel, and the staff were great!
Reviewed on May 9, 2026
The Hoban Hotel Killkenny
Staff was kind and lovely, rooms were nice decor and clean, and breakfast had a good variety of options to choose from.
Reviewed on May 3, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Walkinslough
Maidenhill
Maidenhill might not have many top sights, but Butler House and St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum.
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 Kilkenny Courthouse or Rothe House.
Smithsland
Though Smithsland might 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.
Newpark
When in Newpark, you can plan a visit to Kilkenny Courthouse and Smithwick's Brewery Tour, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Talbotsinch
While Talbotsinch isn't home to many top sights, Black Abbey and Smithwick's Brewery Tour are some notable places to visit nearby.
