Things to do in County Kilkenny

Activities, attractions and tours

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A river with a bridge, a castle, and colorful buildings.
A street with stone buildings, a red door, and a sign for 'Matt the Millers Bar & Restaurant'.
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Things to do

Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny Day Tour

Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny

P3,156
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

P3,016
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Activity Kilkenny-Wicklow Mountains-Glendalough
Kilkenny: Historical Highlights Walking Tour

The Perfect Introduction to Kilkenny Walking Tour

P1,052
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Perfect Introduction to Kilkenny Walking Tour
Irish Wake Museum Tour Rituals of Death and Celebration of Life

Irish Wake Museum Tour Rituals of Death and Celebration of Life

P1,017
per adult
Irish Wake Museum Tour Rituals of Death and Celebration of Life
Waterford Treasures: King of the Vikings Virtual Tour

Waterford Treasures: King of the Vikings Virtual Reality Tour

P947
per adult
Waterford Treasures: King of the Vikings Virtual Reality Tour
Kilkenny: St Canice's Cathedral and Round Tower Climb

Kilkenny: St Canice's Cathedral and Round Tower Climb

P701
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kilkenny: St Canice's Cathedral and Round Tower Climb
Dunmore East Sea Safari to Hook Lighthouse

Dunmore East Sea Safari to Hook Lighthouse

P4,909
per adult
Dunmore East Sea Safari to Hook Lighthouse
Shenanigans Walks - Guided Walking Tour in Kilkenny

Shenanigans Walks - Guided Walking Tour in Kilkenny

P2,104
per adult
Shenanigans Walks - Guided Walking Tour in Kilkenny
Kilkenny Haunted Dark Tours

Kilkenny Haunted Dark Tours

P1,332
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kilkenny Haunted Dark Tours
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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 Kilkenny Courthouse or Smithwick's Brewery Tour.

A stone building with a statue of a man, a staircase, and a well-maintained lawn.

Newpark

When in Newpark, you can plan a visit to The National Reptile Zoo and Kilkenny Courthouse, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

A large, historic stone castle with multiple towers and arched windows.

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.

A historic castle with a large courtyard, a central tower, and a well-maintained lawn.

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.

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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Waterford

A rural landscape with rolling hills, a river, and several houses surrounded by trees.

Kilkenny

A street lined with colorful buildings, including a pub with a sign for O'Brien's and a store with a sign for Kathleen's.

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