Top Things to do in County Kilkenny
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What to do and see in County Kilkenny, Province of Leinster: The Best Churches & Cathedrals
Discover the best top things to do in County Kilkenny, Ireland including St. Lachtain Church, St. Mary's Collegiate Church, St Patrick's Church, St. Canice's Cathedral & Round Tower, Ullard Church, St Josephs Church, Foulkstown, Kilfane Church, St. Canice's Catholic Church, St Marys Cathedral, St. Francis Abbey.
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1. St. Lachtain Church
2. St. Mary's Collegiate Church
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 42 reviews
Reviewed By Deehitcher - Killarney, Ireland
Myself and my husband stopped by here yesterday only with the intention of viewing the inside of the church. We were greeted within moments once inside by Gerry, who offered us a 5 min or 5 week guided tour of the place (which is free). We could have easily gone with the 5 week version, so enthralling was his discourse on the history of Ireland through which he highlighted aspects which we'd never been aware of. We will definitely be returning hopefully later this summer to finish the rest of this discussion - although like his analogy of history as strands of thread which lead back to different outcomes, there may never be a definitive conclusion. We could happily have stayed and listened to the unravelling of each threaded story. Kilkenny is a beautiful county with many adorable villages to visit. Gowran is certainly among those and whether your curiosity is peaked by history or not, you will most definitely enjoy the story telling skills and deep knowledge which was provided by Gerry.
3. St Patrick's Church
4. St. Canice's Cathedral & Round Tower
Overall Ratings
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.
5. Ullard Church
6. St Josephs Church, Foulkstown
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
7. Kilfane Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By BrandonF141 - Murrieta, United States
Go to see the Cantwell Fada, an effigy of a knight from the 1300's. Said to be the top of his tomb, it now sets upright so you can really see just how big and lifelike it is. Worth the visit!
8. St. Canice's Catholic Church
9. St Marys Cathedral
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 236 reviews
Reviewed By elizethcrowe - Belem, Brazil
We found this church a lovely place to come and pray, inside the lighting was very well done. The organ music made it feel even more of a spiritual home
10. St. Francis Abbey
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