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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
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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In person qualified tour guide.
Departure Point
19 Rose Inn St, Gardens, Kilkenny, R95 VXD0, Ireland
We meet opposite the Kilkenny Crystal shop on Rose Inn Street.
Return Details
19 Rose Inn St, Gardens, Kilkenny, R95 VXD0, Ireland
We meet opposite the Kilkenny Crystal shop on Rose Inn Street.
St John's Priory, Kilkenny, Ireland From outside the building, a description will be given about the fascinating history of this 800 year old church.
Butler Gallery, Kilkenny, Ireland Learn about what became of the priory, and how the site became transformed into the Butler Gallery.
St. Canice's Cathedral & Round Tower, Kilkenny, Ireland This site has served many functions over the years.
Black Abbey, Kilkenny, Ireland Except for Sunday, you can enter this wonderful church and admire the stained glass windows. 5 minutes
Black Freren Gate, Kilkenny, Ireland See the last standing of Kilkenny's original gates.
Smithwick's Experience, Kilkenny, Ireland Probably the most famous product to come from Kilkenny.
Rothe House and Garden, Kilkenny, Ireland See one of the most historic houses in Ireland, which keeps it's original Tudor period facade.
Kyteler's Inn, County Kilkenny, Ireland Learn about the most notorious inhabitant in Kilkenny's history.
Apartment 2, Dalgan House, St Kieran's St, Gardens, Kilkenny, Ierland Is it really as slippy as butter?
Medieval Mile Museum, Kilkenny, Ireland The dead centre of KIlkenny
Tourist Information Office (Shee Alms House), Kilkenny, Ireland What was the benefit of building a house for poor people?
Kilkenny Castle, Kilkenny, Ireland The most famous building in Kilkenny's history. The tour ends here.
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
annedO2849GI
09 Nov 2024
John a énormément d'humour et sait raconter l'histoire de son pays à merveille. Kilkenny est une très jolie petite ville médiévale. J'ai adoré cette visite.
b_n_dicteb571
03 Nov 2024
I thoroughly enjoyed visiting Kilkenny with John. he had an answer for every question we had. had a lot of knowledge and isn't shy to share it
emmanuelles522
03 Nov 2024
The town of Kilkenny is beautiful. John's unstoppable about his town and super nice.
I highly recommend the guided tour of Kilkenny with him!
This tour in
South East Ireland
is organized by
Ormonde Language Tours
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