Kilkenny: Historical Highlights Walking Tour Private historical tour of Kilkenny
ID: GYG407750-O-835570
Category:
Country: Ireland
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Discover Kilkenny's enchanting medieval streets and history with a local and certified national tour guide. Learn insider facts and knowledge as you walk through this charming Irish city.
Explore Kilkenny's fascinating past on a walking tour with a certified guide. Walk through the city's historic streets, hearing stories about Kilkenny Castle, St. John's Priory, and more, as you stand in front of these impressive sights.
Kick-start your historical adventure by the Kilkenny Crystal Shop. Then, cross the River Nore towards Kilkenny County Hall, where you will find out about the most famous scholar in Kilkenny's history.
From there, head to St. John's Priory and the Butler Gallery. Continue on to Kilkenny County Library and the Great War Memorial.
Cross into Irishtown and St. Canice's Cathedral, where the city's history began. See many other fascinating sights along the tour, including Kieran and Parliament streets, the Black Abbey, and more.
Finish your tour in front of the stunning Kilkenny Castle, home to the Butler family for 600 years.
Highlights
- Learn about the various periods of Kilkenny's history from an expert guide
- See most of the old city, including Hightown, St. John's Priory, and Irishtown
- Be amazed by the stories of Kilkenny's most famous citizens
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
There are steps along the tour route
We meet opposite Kilkenny Crystal.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
