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Top 10 Tours 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.
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1. Shared Group Walking Guided Tour of Kilkenny
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 20 reviews
Your guide is a trained national tour guide from Kilkenny. The tour is two hours long and covers areas outside the medieval mile which are particularly fascinating.
Inclusions: In person guide.
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Reviewed By corarathborne
John was very knowledgeable about the History of Kilkenny and allowed plenty of time for questions. It was a very interesting tour and we gained a great insight of the city in the two hours. I would highly recommend
2. Old Kilkenny Castle & City private tour - History, Irish music & pubs experience
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
My Kilkenny Experience private tour is uniquely designed to give guests a pleasant day trip from Dublin with an emphasis on attractions and activities and not unreasonable long hours in the vehicle. With a dynamic mix of attractions in Kilkenny including the best restored old castle in Ireland as well as a 1000 year old round tower you can climb and cathedral, you will also capture some amazing photos during our day. You will also receive a collection of high quality 40MP photos taken by myself as i snap away so you can just enjoy the sights. Also for beer fans we can opt to do a tour of the Smithwicks Brewery in kilkenny instead of one of the stated itinerary. If it can be done, we will do it! Usual ChaperoneVIP Private Tours 4 pillars of a great tour apply here too - History - Music - the Craic (fun) - beer Plenty of Irish stories and music throughout they day too! Hope to see you in Ireland soon. Éamonn ChaperoneVIP Private Tours.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Still or sparkling, Irish chocolates.
Exclusions: Admissions to attractions, Gratuities
Reviewed By Kwumphred
Unfortunately due to COVID, our trip to IRELAND was canceled. However, I still wanted to leave a review to give praise to Eamonn. He was so incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and kind during all of our correspondence. I would recommend him just based on his honesty and integrity, he returned our deposit plus supplied me with websites to gain more information for our trip. I can't wait to get to Dublin to meet him and rely on his expertise to see the country. He made the trip planning seamless and stress-free! 5 stars well deserved.
3. Kilkenny guided street tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
MEET AT MAIN castle entrance. Come on a lovely leisurely walk along Kilkennys Medieval Mile. Let our local guide take you through the middle of the city and share our stories which have been handed down from generation to generation .Understand why Kilkenny is such an amazing place. There'll be facts and history along with fun stories and spooky stories to suit all tastes. From Kilkenny Castle and its first settlers to the Kilkenny witch trials and walk where it happened. Then we walk along the spot where the greatest knight who ever lived built a church . See where Irelands priest hunter lived. Hear all about the penal laws and hangings. Not forgetting the Black Abbey and the plague . Lastly we end our tour at St Canices Cathedral and round tower the very first spot where a monastery was built. Wear comfortable footwear and bring rain gear. Tour is 1.6k long and some slippy and uneven surfaces. Along with steps and hills.
Inclusions: Walk kilkenny. Stroll down the Medieval mile and hear all the stories .
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4. Guided Walking Tour in Kilkenny
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5.0 based on 81 reviews
Shenanigans walking tour of Kilkenny's Medieval Mile is unique in the way we bring the stories & history to life. Using our skills as magicians & entertainers we create an engaging atmosphere with magic, fun, history and of course some Shenanigans. We want our guests to have an exciting, entertaining and an energised discovery of our city, our history & the people. This walking tour is for all ages, check us out and learn, laugh and enjoy 90minutes of fun on Shenanigans Walks of Kilkenny. Shenanigans is a young business with a difference so we say that we are not just a guided tour but we are a MIS-Guided tour. We are also available for private tours so get in touch if a date does not suit. Check us out it is MAGIC.....
Inclusions: Experienced guide
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Reviewed By Merry1traveling
Nevin is a delight. He is so informative, knowledgeable, witty, friendly, makes the group feel comfortable with each other. He has a true gift that is not wasted. The history of Kilkenny is quite fascinating and Nevin presents it in a way for all to understand. It was a delight and.... he’s also a magician. Highly recommend. And a huge thank you to himself. Such a great guy
5. Homeless Walking Tour - Smithfield
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5.0 based on 44 reviews
Secret Street Tours is a nonprofit, social enterprise that trains those affected by homelessness to become walking tour guides of their neighbourhoods. Empowering them with the skills and confidence to share their story. through the vibrant and colourful streets of Smithfield in Dublin 7. Shane will guide you through the vibrant and colourful streets of Smithfield in Dublin 7 to which he has a deep connection having once called these streets home. We’ll begin the tour outside Collin’s Barracks. Just up the steps from the Museum Luas Stop. From there, Shane will guide you through the streets, sharing his unique perspective and experiences of homelessness along the way. We’ll wrap up the tour approximately 1 hour later opposite St. Mary of the Angels. Close by to the Luas and Smithfield square for you to continue your day exploring Dublin. We hope to welcome you soon!
Inclusions: Tour guide
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Reviewed By KelseyK251
Thank you so much Shane for sharing your experiences and knowledge of Dublin with our virtual tour group! It was informational, insightful, and moving. Kenny also popped in for the Q&A session and so glad we got his perspective as well. This tour did a great job opening up discussion about homelessness and connecting us with two amazing personalities with authentic and engaging stories. Do the virtual tour!! And will definitely plan on doing an in-person one when I am able to travel to Dublin!
6. The Kilkenny Way: Ultimate Hurling Experience
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4.9 based on 49 reviews
Take a 2-hour trip to experience the ancient Irish sporting heritage of hurling. We provide a unique sporting experience giving you an insight into the world's oldest (3000 yrs) and fastest field game in the true home of hurling champions, Kilkenny and the Kilkenny Cats.
Inclusions: Lunch, Local guide, Hurleys and Sliotars
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Reviewed By Hazeltrane
We had so much fun with Peter and others who signed up to learn the Kilkenny Way! So much fun in fact, we ordered hurleys and Sliotars for our entire family from the Hurling Depot! Totally worth it (even after arriving late the night before from a long a drive)! Lanigans was great too and easily accommodated our daughter's peanut allergy. Thanks, Peter, Andrew and PJ!
7. Hurling Tours Ireland - O'Loughlin Gaels
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4.9 based on 30 reviews
This 1-hour Hurling Tour involves giving tourists a presentation informing them about the sport. We delve into the history of Hurling and how it has evolved into the fastest field game in the world, that we see today. This is all done in a Hurling team's dressing room in Kilkenny City, giving tourists that up-close, intense experience. Once tourists are up-to-date on the basics of the game, we take them on to the field to try a few basic skills for themselves. This is the part that has proved most popular, with guests eager to get immersed in the Irish culture.
Inclusions: Local guide
Exclusions: Transportation to/from attractions
Reviewed By Lance H
My husband and I are in our 40's and we had two 21 year old's and an 11 year old with us. We were all able to learn and practice this sport with Jame's instruction. He taught us the history, how to hold the stick, to catch, pass etc. We are all pretty competitive and could appreciate this sport! Great experience and lots of laughs. We recommend this if you want to try something that Ireland really enjoys.
8. 5-Day Escape to the South West Small-Group Tour from Dublin
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4.9 based on 87 reviews
See the highlights of Ireland on a 5-day small-group tour from Dublin! Traveling by luxury minivan, head to Galway and Killarney with an expert guide, checking out everything of interest en route! Tour an Irish whiskey distillery in Kilbeggan, explore the Burren, gaze in awe at the Cliffs of Moher and travel along the famous Ring of Kerry. On the way back to Dublin, visit Blarney Castle and Gardens - home to the famous Blarney Stone! Numbers are limited to 16 people on this small-group Ireland trip, ensuring you’ll enjoy a more personalized experience.
Inclusions: Friendly Driver/Guide, 4 nights en-suite accommodation with breakfast, Transportation by top of the range Mercedes mini-coach, Small Group Tour (16 passengers max)
Exclusions: Meals and refreshments, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities, Admission fees
Reviewed By veramit11
We just loved everthing about ireland, the friendliness, the fun, the tour guide, the small group travel. The scenery is just breathtaking. The ancient history is just jawdropping i mean these ancient women (queens) had some serious hootspur and gumtion. I mean they went out and did some serious stuff, got involved in wars, sailed ther own ships, left the babies home and got rid of husband who were just superfluous to requirements. I mean kudos to you girls. I know you are not gonna beleive this but we need you back. Northern ireland sad, such a waste of young life. Still feels haunted by the grief. Our hosts were b&b's, they were just delightful, and hilariously funny sometimes. Our tour guide (their were 10 of us) Gabriel was fantastic great sense of humour, very helpfull, fantastic with local knowledge and history. Thoroughly enjoyed every moment.
9. Luxury Tour Of Waterford Crystal & Kilkenny City Tour
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4.8 based on 10 reviews
Day Tour: Waterford CRYSTAL & Kilkenny Highlights • Waterford Crystal • Waterford City • Kilkenny City Walking Tour • Tour Irelands Ancient East
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Bottled water, Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By JoanieAnn
Irish Luxury Tours is the way to see Ireland! We toured southern Ireland in October of 2018 and we can not say enough about this company and our driver/tour guide Kieran D. From the time we were greeted at the airport in Dublin until our return there, every detail of our trip was planned and executed perfectly. Kieran was warm, charming, knowledgeable, and very fun. It was like touring with good friend. My husband had a recent organ transplant and Kieran anticipated his needs in a very kindly way. We have since recommended ILT and Kieran to friends and they had a similar experience to ours. Five stars of excellence and a big hoorah to this excellent company and tour guide. We miss you Kieran!
10. Small-Group 6-Day Driftwood Ancient Ireland Tour from Dublin
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4.8 based on 5 reviews
Discover eastern Ireland in 6 Days. From the wilderness of the Wicklow Mountains to the perfection of Waterford Crystal and the heritage of ancient Kilkenny; From the gourmet delights of Kinsale, to Cobh’s tragic history of Ireland’s emigration or the grandeur of Ireland’s greatest stately homes, this six day journey through one of Ireland’s most off-the-beaten-track regions is perfect for visitors who want to see a whole new side of Ireland’s ancient east.
Inclusions: Accommodation as per itinerary, 5 nights accommodation, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Breakfast, Driver/guide, Small-group tour (16 Pax Maximum)
Exclusions: Entrance fees (Optional) Blarney Castle - €15 per person Kilkenny Castle - €8 per person Queenstown Experience - €9.50 per person The Ross Tapestry - €6 per person, Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities
Reviewed By jenniger
Well I am like most of the others in recent reviews as I have not yet gone on my trip. I want to emphasize how marvelous Ciara was when I had to cancel and I have now rebooked the 11 day driftwood tour September 7. Would love to hear from anyone else booking that tour. One of the reasons I rebooked was the low deposit as even though did get my deposit back with no trouble last year I was uncomfortable at my age and who knows what’s gonna happen with Covid putting a large deposit down again. Marvelous communication and service and I’m sure my tour will be marvelous and I can write a great review when I have been
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