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.
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.
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.
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
Shenanigans Walks - Guided Walking Tour in Kilkenny
Top hotels in Walkinslough
Hotel Kilkenny
Wonderfully comfortable stay!
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel
Rooms are large and well equipped. Very comfortable bed. Large soaking tub and good shower. Staff incredibly friendly. Well located.
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026
Pembroke Hotel
Great staff and great breakfast
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
Kilford Arms Hotel
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Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel
Very good location, very friendly staff, beautiful bar, excellent breakfast, vast rooms.
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
Mount Juliet Estate, Autograph Collection
Clean and very comfortable. Staff very warm and helpful. Couldn’t fault.
Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Walkinslough
Maidenhill
Maidenhill might not have many top sights, but Kilkenny Golf Club and Butler House 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 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.
Smithsland
Though Smithsland might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kilkenny Golf Club and Butler House.
Newpark
When in Newpark, you can plan a visit to Nowlan Park and The National Reptile Zoo, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Talbotsinch
While Talbotsinch isn't home to many top sights, Kilkenny Golf Course and Black Abbey are some notable places to visit nearby.
