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Tullaherin Round tower
Visitor Interpretive Centres
Tullaherin Round Tower, located in Dungarvan County Kilkenny, stands at almost 22.5m high. It dates from the early part of the 9th Century and was probably built by Cearbhall Mac Dunghal, King of...More
Kilford Arms Hotel
Hotels
The Kilford Arms Hotel Kilkenny is enviably located, just yards from the train/bus station, based in the City Centre. With 60 bedrooms it is small enough to offer a truly personal service, while...More
Kilkenny Walking Tours
Walking
Kilkenny is a walking city and Kilkenny Walking Tours have been guiding visitors around the Medieval City for almost 30 years.Kilkenny Walking Tours(Official Kilkenny Tour since 1983) The Walking...More
Reptile Village
Nature and Wildlife
The Reptile Village, in Gowran County Kilkenny, is Ireland’s only reptile zoo. It is the passion and creation of James Hennessy who has been dealing with these animals for almost three decades. He has...More
Rothe House and Garden
Genealogy
Rothe House is a late 16th-century merchant’s home built in 1594, consisting of three separate town houses, three enclosed courtyards and a newly restored garden to the rear. It was built between 1594...More
Woodstock Gardens and Arboretum
Children and Family Attractions
Woodstock Gardens are located in the south east of County Kilkenny, just outside the picturesque village of Inistioge. The gardens, set overlooking the River Nore Valley, offer the visitor a wide...More
Castlecomer Discovery Park
Children and Family Attractions
The grounds consist of mixed woodland, on the banks of the River Deen, which was once part of the old Wandesforde Estate. There are numerous activities and attractions including the tree top adventure...More
Edmund Rice House
Historic Buildings, Houses and Castles
“The thatched house ‘Westcourt’ is which Edmund was born on 1st June 1762 is almost 300 years old. The six-roomed house consists of a kitchen, parlour, breakfast room and three bedrooms. Of particular...More
Edmund Rice House
Historic Buildings, Houses and Castles
“The thatched house ‘Westcourt’ is which Edmund was born on 1st June 1762 is almost 300 years old. The six-roomed house consists of a kitchen, parlour, breakfast room and three bedrooms. Of particular...More
Jerpoint Abbey
Children and Family Attractions
The King of Ossory founded the beautiful Jerpoint Abbey near Thomastown, County Kilkenny in 1158 and today, with many details preserved, the site offers a unique glimpse into the life of the...More
Go With The Flow River Adventures
Water Based Activities
Go with the Flow is an award winning company that offers incredible trails, eco safaris and white-water adventures in Kilkenny and Carlow. Choose from the traditional Canadian canoes, kayaks or new...More
Kilfane Church
Churches And Settlements
The 13th century church of Kilfane, now lies in ruins. But its remains are well worth exploring. It has an adjoining castellated presbytery and bell tower and there are traces of the original...More
St Francis Abbey
Churches And Settlements
After Richard Marshall became the earl of Pembroke in 1231, he helped establish St Francis Abbey in Kilkenny City. The abbey began as a small, rectangular chapel but grew and became more important...More
Jerpoint Park
Children and Family Attractions
Visitors to Jerpoint park can experience estate country pursuits in a unique heritage setting from pony & trap rides to sheep dog demonstrations, fishing for salmon & trout on the river Nore, horse...More
Kilkenny Arts Festival
Festivals
Kilkenny Arts Festival, Ireland's oldest multi-disciplinary arts event, presents its 40th festival in 2013. World-renowned artists, writers and classical musicians have been coming from across the...More
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