Kilkenny Trip Overview
Book a private tour of Kilkenny, whether for a large or small group. The tour takes you on a fascinating walk around the medieval streets of Kilkenny. The tour will introduce you to some fascinating characters in our history, as well as finding out about some amazing, and historical structures that dot our streets.
If you are booking this for a group with a specific interest, please let me know, and I can alter the information or route to suit your group.
The two-hour walking tour of KIlkenny is hosted by John Britton, a native of Kilkenny. John is certified in National Tour Guiding, with a degree in Language Studies, and he is also a member of the Approved Tourist Guides of Ireland. The tours can be booked in English, French or German.
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Duration: 2 hours
Starts: Kilkenny, Ireland
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Kilkenny, County Kilkenny, Ireland
Book a private tour of Kilkenny, whether for a large or small group. The tour takes you on a fascinating walk around the medieval streets of Kilkenny. The tour will introduce you to some fascinating characters in our history, as well as finding out about some amazing, and historical structures that dot our streets.
If you are booking this for a group with a specific interest, please let me know, and I can alter the information or route to suit your group.
The two-hour walking tour of KIlkenny is hosted by John Britton, a native of Kilkenny. John is certified in National Tour Guiding, with a degree in Language Studies, and he is also a member of the Approved Tourist Guides of Ireland. The tours can be booked in English, French or German.
Pass By: St John’s Priory, Saint John’s John Street Lower, Kilkenny Ireland
From outside the building, a description will be given about the fascinating history of this 800 year old church.
Pass By: Butler Gallery, Evan’s Home John’s Quay, Kilkenny R95 YX3F Ireland
Learn about what became of the priory, and how the site became transformed into the Butler Gallery.
Pass By: St. Canice’s Cathedral & Round Tower, Coach Rd The Close, Kilkenny R95 V63H Ireland
This site has served many functions over the years.
Stop At: The Black Abbey Abbey Street, Kilkenny Ireland
Except for Sunday, you can enter this wonderful church and admire the stained glass windows.
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Black Freren Gate, The Black Abbey 12 Abbey Street Near Black Abbey, Kilkenny Ireland
See the last standing of Kilkenny’s original gates.
Pass By: Smithwick’s Retail Store, Parliament St. 44, Kilkenny Ireland
Probably the most famous product to come from Kilkenny.
Pass By: Rothe House and Garden, Rothe House & Gardens Parliament Street, Kilkenny R95 P89C Ireland
See one of the most historic houses in Ireland, which keeps it’s original Tudor period facade.
Pass By: Kyteler’s Inn, 27 St. Kieran St Kilkenny Ireland
Learn about the most notorious inhabitant in Kilkenny’s history.
Pass By: Butterslip Lane, Apartment 2, Dalgan House, St Kieran’s St, Gardens, Kilkenny, Ireland
Is it really as slippy as butter?
Pass By: Medieval Mile Museum, 2 St Marys Lane, Kilkenny Ireland
The dead centre of KIlkenny
Pass By: Tourist Information Office (Shee Alms House), Rose Inn Street, Kilkenny Ireland
What was the benefit of building a house for poor people?
Pass By: Kilkenny Castle, The Parade, Kilkenny R95 YRK1 Ireland
The most famous building in Kilkenny’s history. The tour ends here.
