Things to do in County Kilkenny

Activities, attractions and tours

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Things to do

Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny Day Tour

Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny

P3,204
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny
Couple observing beautiful scenery in Wicklow.

Activity Kilkenny-Wicklow Mountains-Glendalough

P3,062
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Activity Kilkenny-Wicklow Mountains-Glendalough
Kilkenny: Historical Highlights Walking Tour

The Perfect Introduction to Kilkenny Walking Tour

P1,068
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Perfect Introduction to Kilkenny Walking Tour
Waterford Treasures: King of the Vikings Virtual Reality Tour

Waterford Treasures: King of the Vikings Virtual Reality Tour

P961
per adult
Waterford Treasures: King of the Vikings Virtual Reality Tour
Irish Wake Museum Tour Rituals of Death and Celebration of Life

Irish Wake Museum Tour Rituals of Death and Celebration of Life

P1,033
per adult
Irish Wake Museum Tour Rituals of Death and Celebration of Life
Kilkenny: St Canice's Cathedral and Round Tower Climb

Kilkenny: St Canice's Cathedral and Round Tower Climb

P712
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kilkenny: St Canice's Cathedral and Round Tower Climb
crystal artisan designing crystal platter at Waterford Crystal house in Dublin

Waterford Crystal & Kilkenny 1-Day Rail Tour

P10,610
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Waterford Crystal & Kilkenny 1-Day Rail Tour
Picture 2 for Activity Waterford Treasures Museums: Bishop's Palace Entry Ticket

Waterford Treasures Museums: Bishop's Palace Entry Ticket

P961
per adult
Waterford Treasures Museums: Bishop's Palace Entry Ticket
Picture 3 for Activity Kilkenny: Smithwick's Beer Experience

Kilkenny: Smithwick's Beer Experience

P1,638
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Kilkenny: Smithwick's Beer Experience
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What to do in County Kilkenny

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Kilkenny Castle

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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.
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Where to stay in County Kilkenny

Find the best County Kilkenny areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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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 St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum.

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Newpark

When in Newpark, you can plan a visit to The National Reptile Zoo and Smithwick's Brewery Tour, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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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.

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Walkinslough

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Walkinslough and surrounding area, you can visit Butler House and St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum.

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.

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