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What to do and see in Kilkenny, Province of Leinster: The Best Nature & Parks
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. Danvill House Farm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Danville House Farm Riding and Trekking Centre , Set on an old Georgian Estate. BHS Highly Commended and AIRE Approved. . A wonder way to spend time with horses while enjoying surounding country side .
2. Nore Valley Walking Route
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By donnyMiltonKeynes
We had a lovely walk, not quite sure where we were going at times but a great couple of hours. Very peaceful
3. Kilkenny Castle
Overall Ratings
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.
4. Kilfane Waterfall and Glen
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 134 reviews
Reviewed By florahibernica
Extensive and varied garden - the waterfall was not running when we visited, yes it's powered not natural! But the rest of the garden was plenty without it, a romantic valley full of ferns with a river and fairytale thatched cottage, woodland paths, and more formal areas with borders, carefully placed sculptures, a carp pool, and lichen-hung fruit trees. It's historical, rather than the most spectacular hyper-maintained planting. Also, most of it is not kind to aged grandparents or kids too young to do a bunch of stairs on their own. The valley is steep and mossy, that's part of the charm.
5. Castlecomer Discovery Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 498 reviews
Castlecomer Discovery Park is a young park, opened since 2007. Set in a beautiful 80 acre woodland, Castlecomer Discovery Park boasts an exciting range of recreational and educational activities. Suitable for all ages, it is home to Ireland's longest ziplines at 300m over water, Octagon High Ropes Course, Tree-Top Adventure Walk, Climbing Wall, Junior Woodland Adventure Course, Archery, Boating, Orienteering & Walking trails, School Tours & Field Studies, Team-Building, Elf & Fairy Village, Coal-mining museum, woodland Canopy Cafe, animal viewing area, playground and more! Castlecomer Discovery Park is a social-community enterprise, a registered charity and operates on a not for profit basis.
Reviewed By lazyfaceman - Clonmel, Ireland
Visited the discovery park recently & had a good time. Did the tree top walk , some wall climbing, archery & some axe throwing. All the activities were lots of fun & suitable for all ages even if I found the tree top walk a lil sketchy :) The staff were very knowledgeable & engagable. Would definitely return
6. Woodstock House and Gardens
Overall Ratings
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!
7. The Barrow Way
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4.5 based on 53 reviews
Reviewed By gmrgill
Would definitely recommend, especially if you visit on a sunny day like we did. The views were fantastic. It was very peaceful and the path was flat and very manageable. Beautiful and suitable for the whole family.
8. Clashacrow gardens
9. Rothe House and Garden
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 506 reviews
A magnificent 17th century Irish merchant's townhouse & garden in the centre of Kilkenny city, open as a museum, garden, genealogy centre, book and gift shop. We open throughout the year: seven days a week in summer, six in winter. Paying visitors supports the ongoing maintenance works at Rothe House and Gardens.
Reviewed By johnmcguigan61 - Cardiff, United Kingdom
Rothe House is a hidden gem and on the day we visited was bathed in glorious sunshine which added to the garden experience. The site spans three buildings to reflect the growth of the family and the garden was a working garden to support the family over the seasons. The hidden story of Kilkenny's role in the flight of the earls and reformation is brought to life while the garden is hosting many plants and fruits not generally available as a consequence of commercial fruit production. No visit to Killkenny can be complete without a visit to this noble venture.
10. The National Reptile Zoo
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 4 reviews
Over 50 exhibits and more than 150 animals! Animal Encounter Zone Walk through tropical exhibit Soft play area Indoor and outdoor picnic area Snack bar Souvenir shop
Reviewed By tommyf223 - Dublin, Ireland
I'd highly recommend a visit here. It's something very different and makes for a nice alternative break from all the historical attractions in Kilkenny. We spent an hour and a half at this brilliant zoo. The range of animals and info on them was great. Ultimately it was the staff that made this visit really special. We felt very welcome by them, and really appreciated how much time they spent with us, sharing their passion for these animals. Very informative, different and fun!
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