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Things to see in Kilkenny (Ireland): 67 places and when to go
Kilkenny is a town in Ireland, and this site lists 67 places in and around it, mainly History (39), Nature (24), Mountains (11). The best known are Kilkenny Castle, Ballyloughan Castle and Ballymoon Castle. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: February to March and October. In June there are 16 h 35 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 25. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Ireland · 52.6546, -7.2523
- Places
- 67 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (39) · Nature (24) · Mountains (11) · Temples (5) · Hiking (5) · Architecture (4)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- February to March and October.
- Nearest airport
- DUB Dublin, 109 km as the crow flies
What to see in Kilkenny
The places in and around Kilkenny, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Kilkenny CastleCastle in Kilkenny, Ireland530 m
- Ballyloughan CastleCastle in Co. Carlow, Ireland24 km
- Ballymoon CastleCastle in County Carlow, Ireland24 km
- Green's BridgeGreen's Bridge is a bridge over the River Nore in Kilkenny, Ireland394 m
- St Canice's CathedralCathedral in Kilkenny, Ireland415 m
- Dunmore CaveCave in Ireland8.8 km
- Black AbbeyDominican friary in Kilkenny, Republic of Ireland375 m
- Burnchurch Castle15th or 16th century tower house in County Kilkenny, Ireland9.3 km
- Clara CastleTower house and National Monument located in County Kilkenny, Ireland7.0 km
- Cullahill CastleRuined castle in County Laois, Ireland23 km
- Foulksrath CastleCastle in Ireland11 km
- Castle DurrowCountry house24 km
- Kilcooly AbbeyFormer Cistercian abbey in County Tipperary22 km
- KilreeFormer Christian monastery located in County Kilkenny, Ireland15 km
- Rothe House16th-century merchant's townhouse complex181 m
- AghavillerTownland in Co. Kilkenny21 km
- Ballyboodan Ogham StoneOgham stone and National monument in Ireland21 km
- Spahill and Clomantagh HillProtected area in County Kilkenny, Ireland20 km
- Kilbline CastleTower house in County Kilkenny, Ireland11 km
- KnocknamuckMountain in Ireland19 km
- St. Francis AbbeyFranciscan abbey building ruins located in Kilkenny, Ireland165 m
- Ballylarkin ChurchChurch ruin in County Kilkenny, Ireland14 km
- Tullaroan ChurchChurch building in County Kilkenny, Ireland12 km
- Killoughternane ChurchChurch building in County Carlow, Ireland28 km
And the other 43, by what you come to do:
- History: St John's Priory, Kilkenny, Grangefertagh, Cantwell's Castle, Famine Warhouse 1848, Killamery High Cross, Kyteler's Inn, Rathealy Ringfort, Grangefertagh Round Tower, Kilree Round Tower, Seskin Castle, Tullaherin, Walter O'Keeffe's Stone
- Nature: Bregaun Hill, Carricknagappul, Carrigmaclea, Carrignagapple, Church Well, Aughatubbrid or Chatsworth, Drumshane Hill, Grantstown Lough, Heywood House and Gardens, Knock Ardagur, Knockdrinnia, Knockuragh, Warhouse Hill, Saint Andrew's Well, Kenny's Well, St. Nicholas's Well (Killamery), St. Finan's Well, St Michael's Well, St. Mogarra’s Well, Tobermolua, Tobernagloghlin, Tobernaraha
- Museums and art: Heritage House
- Food and drink: Ballykeefe Distillery, Costello's Brewing Company, Sullivan's Brewing Company
- Hiking: Binnianea Loop, Dunmore Loop, Killamuck Bog Loop, Leafy Loop, Nore Valley Way
- With kids: Hawkeye School of Falconry
When to go to Kilkenny
The best time to visit Kilkenny is April to September; also possible: February to March and October. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not7:55
- FebPossible9:36
- MarPossible11:30
- AprBest time13:40
- MayBest time15:32
- JunBest time16:35
- JulBest time16:09
- AugBest time14:30
- SepBest time12:23
- OctPossible10:18
- NovBetter not8:24
- DecBetter not7:25
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 35 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 25. In April, 67 of the 67 places are at their best.
When to go to Ireland in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Kilkenny
The nearest main airport is Dublin Airport (DUB, Dublin), 109 km as the crow flies. How to get around Ireland (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Abbey Street28 places24 km
- College Street19 places30 km
- Stradbally16 places41 km
- Thurles18 places42 km
- Waterford63 places45 km
- Clonmel26 places45 km
And all of Ireland, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Kilkenny?
The best known: Kilkenny Castle, Ballyloughan Castle, Ballymoon Castle, Green's Bridge, St Canice's Cathedral. In all, 67 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Kilkenny?
April to September; also possible: February to March and October. In June there are 16 h 35 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 25.
How do you get to Kilkenny?
The nearest main airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), 109 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Kilkenny as the destination and these 67 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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