Location: Kilkenny
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Top 10 Things to do for Honeymoon in Kilkenny, Province of Leinster
Kilkenny is over 400 years old, but it sure doesn’t show its age. Yes, it's an awe-inspiring throng of medieval cathedrals, castles, abbeys and other massive stone buildings, but Kilkenny loves to party. An endless stream of arts festivals celebrating theater, comedy, bluegrass and dance is constantly pumping the city with new life, toe-tapping energy and international flavor.
Restaurants in Kilkenny
1. Kilkenny Cycling Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 426 reviews
Guided Cycling Tours and Bike Hire Enjoy a fun and easy paced two hour Guided Cycling Tour with Kilkenny Cycling Tours visiting historical and cultural sites around Kilkenny includingKilkenny Castle, The Kilkenny Design Centre, Shee Alms House, The Tholsel, Medeival Mile Museum, Rothe House & Gardens, The Courthouse (Grace's Castle), St. Francis' Abbey, The Black Abbey and St. Canice's Cathedral and some hidden gems along Irelands Medieval Mile. We have bikes suitable for all ages and we use riverbank paths and backstreets to stay away from heavy traffic. Find out about Kilkenny's most famous characters like the Witch Dame Alice Kyteler and William Earl Marshal, the greatest Knight that ever lived. We also have a Bike 'N' Hike and a Cycling Treasure Hunt options. Please Note that it is important to phone or email us to reserve bikes or place on the tour. Our new address (meeting place) is at No.15 John Street just behind The Wine Centre.
2. Go With The Flow - River Adventures
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5.0 based on 259 reviews
Go with the Flow is a family business based in Ireland's South-East. We provide water based adventures like whitewater trips and nature /history tours. All of our incredible trails are guided by qualified, experienced and friendly instructors. If you are looking for that special highlight to your break and value a positive,interesting and fun adventure suitable for all ages and abilities call us now. Or check out our website See you on the river, Charlie
Reviewed By B5725PFpaulc
Booked white water rafting with Charlie and team for a friends stag do. Brilliant craic and Charlie and his team were total professionals who also can have a laugh. Can’t recommend enough. Would definitely return without hesitation
3. Jerpoint Glass Studio
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5.0 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By EuniceM418 - Dublin, Ireland
Thanks to all at jerpoint glass for opening up especially on Sunday for an amusing afternoon. We watched the master at work who produced a beautiful vase and then we got to blow some glass ourselves with various degrees of success! Good fun. Their shop shows the incredible talent the whole family have from wood turning to craft work. Really interesting place and fantastic to see such small Irish company doing so well.
4. Malzards Pub
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5.0 based on 608 reviews
Family Run Traditiional Irish Pub with Cosy Bar Great Pint and close to a number of Historical Points of Interest. Kells Priory , Jerpoint Abbey, Jerpoint Glass Kilree Tower Mount Juliet House.Accomadation nearby to be recommended is Lawcus Farm House ( See reviews on this site)
Reviewed By 70brooket
I Went to Malzards Pub with Trafalgar as part of group outing. Fred and his family were absolutely amazing and so welcoming and it was a night full of laughs and fun! Best pub, with great people and amazing live music by the local talent. Fred taught us the basics of hurling and even let us get behind the bar. This is a wonderful family run Pub that is upto the 5th generation of Fred’s family. Its off the beaten path if you want to get away from the busy main cities and an absolute must if you are in Ireland!! It will be a night that will always be remembered!
5. Kilkenny Castle
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4.5 based on 6,363 reviews
Founded soon after the Norman conquest of Ireland, the Castle has been rebuilt, extended and adapted to suit changing circumstances and uses over a period of 800 years. Today, Kilkenny Castle is open to visitors all year round and is largely a Victorian remodelling of the thirteenth century defensive Castle
Reviewed By M4474IDtomk
A must see in Kilkenny ....really great experience. Very friendly welcoming staff....who managed visiting during Covid really well. The castle itself is magnificent ...we were on a self guided tour and I would strongly recommend engaging with the staff in the rooms ...very knowledgeable and made our visit a truly memorable one.
6. St. Canice's Cathedral & Round Tower
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4.5 based on 1,582 reviews
St Canice’s Cathedral and Round Tower are an essential part of the structural heritage in the vibrant medieval city of Kilkenny. This ecclesiastical site was founded in the 6th century and named after St Canice. Cill Channigh is the Gaelic for the Church of Canice, the church that originally stood on the site in the 6th century.The Round Tower is the oldest standing structure in Kilkenny City. Tourists can enjoy climbing the Round Tower capturing great views of the city (weather permitting). St Canice’s Round Tower is one of only two Round Towers that people can climb in Ireland. Opening times from 29/11/2011 to 23/11/2011. Monday to Saturday 10am to 1pm & 2pm to 4pm. Sunday 2pm to 4pm. Round Tower Climb Time at 12 noon and 3pm Monday to Saturday and Sunday 3pm. Weather and staff permitting. Admission fee applies for visit into Cathedral and Round Tower. From 24/12/2011 to 02/01/2012 the Cathedral and Round Tower is closed for visiting. PLease check our website for services during the Christmas period.
Reviewed By longandshortofit - Overland Park, United States
Eager to climb a round tower during our time in Ireland, we were happy to find we could do just that in Kilkenny. A bit scary for anyone afraid of heights, the views at the top were expansive and worth the climb. (Their are good railings the whole climb.) There isn't much room at the top so we were glad to go when it wasn't crowded. It also helped to not have too many people trying to climb either up or down at the same time in the narrow space of the tower. The cathedral was lovely and had a very informative self-guided tour with lots of points of interest. We actually preferred it to St Patrick's and Christ Church in Dublin.
7. Black Abbey
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4.5 based on 570 reviews
Reviewed By 734larryb - Prince George, Canada
This is a a bit of a wander off of High Street and it seemed like most tourists were happy to see St Mary's cathedral we didn't see many at the Abbey. This is a beautiful building and part of the with spectacular windows.
8. Mount Juliet Estate
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4.5 based on 214 reviews
Reviewed By apapamurphy - Killarney, Ireland
Had a fabulous two nights at Mount Juliet for the first time. The staff were attentive and unassuming, but always there when needed while following all current protocols. John gave us great advice on walks and we were regaled with history stories of the house from Des. The food in both Lady Helen and The Hound was excellent. We’ll definitely be back!
9. Woodstock House and Gardens
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4.5 based on 294 reviews
Reviewed By 574darad - Dublin, Ireland
Stumbled upon Woodstock Gardens on a trip through beautiful Inistioge village in Co. Kilkenny. Woodstock was just stunning. The gardens belonged to an old house (long since burned down), but the magnificent gardens remain. Most of the trees (and there's a huge variety) were planted in the mid to late 19th century and are mature. Despite my wheelchair, we got to see most of the gardens courtesy of 'Lenny Woodstock' & the garden buggy. Lenny even dropped us off at the Woodstock cafe for delicious homebaked cake (the cafe is situated in what looks like an old victorian glasshouse). As well as the cafe, there's a terraced garden, a walled garden, the magnificent Noble Fir drive, a rose garden, a dove cote, and lots more. With such magnificent gardens and a rich history, Woodstock is definitely a hidden gem... don't miss out!
10. The Hole in the Wall
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4.5 based on 410 reviews
Reviewed By carolwR6263YS - Harrisburg, United States
My husband and I took a day trip from Dublin that included a 2 1/2 h visit to Kilkenny. The absolute best thing about the trip is that we wandered into the Hole in the Wall Pub! You will see their sign at the street that tells you there is no wi-fi, advertises their Irish Coffee and directs you down the alley to the pub. Patrick the bar tender was so friendly and knowledgeable and his Irish coffee, topped with a heart, was so good, it makes me want to return to Ireland. This place fulfills the desire to interact with the bar tender and the "regulars" and gives the type of experience that you will treasure when you return home.
