Kilkenny Vacations

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Your Kilkenny Vacation

Experience the buzz and excitement of Kilkenny with a tailor-made Kilkenny vacation package. From its rich history to its cultural experiences, you'll never have a boring moment in this city. You'll want to go sightseeing during your trip to Kilkenny. Drop by major attractions such as Kilkenny Castle, The Hub and Nowlan Park. Whoever you're escaping with and whatever your bank balance, your ultimate Kilkenny vacation is only clicks away with Expedia.

Where to stay in Kilkenny

Find the best Kilkenny areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Kilkenny
Kilkenny City Centre which includes a river or creek, a bridge and a small town or village

Kilkenny City Centre

6 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
5/5(135 area reviews)

Kilkenny City Centre is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Smithwick's Brewery Tour or St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum.

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Discover the most popular places to visit in Kilkenny

Kilkenny Castle which includes flowers, a river or creek and a small town or village

Kilkenny Castle

After visiting Kilkenny Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kilkenny. While you're here, you can savor the lively bars.

Kilkenny Castle
St. Canice\'s Cathedral which includes heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

St. Canice's Cathedral

St. Canice's Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Kilkenny, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're here, you can savor the lively bars.

St. Canice's Cathedral
Black Abbey which includes heritage architecture

Black Abbey

You can find out about the history of Kilkenny with a visit to Black Abbey. While you're here, you can savor the lively bars.

Black Abbey

What to do in Kilkenny

Dark stories

Kilkenny Haunted Dark Tours

$21
per adult
Kilkenny Haunted Dark Tours
Shenanigans Walks - Guided Walking Tour in Kilkenny

Shenanigans Walks - Guided Walking Tour in Kilkenny

$33
per adult
Shenanigans Walks - Guided Walking Tour in Kilkenny
Hurling Experience in Kilkenny City

Hurling Experience in Kilkenny City

$35
per adult
Hurling Experience in Kilkenny City
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Kilkenny Hotel Deals

Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel

Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel

4 out of 5
Ormonde Street, Kilkenny, Kilkenny
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$165 nightly
The price is $187 total per night from Oct 6 to Oct 7
$187 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"Awesome stay"

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel
Kilford Arms Hotel

Kilford Arms Hotel

3 out of 5
John Street, Kilkenny, Kilkenny
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$116 nightly
The price is $132 total per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
$132 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (729 reviews)
"Good parking, location was great"

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2025

Kilford Arms Hotel
The Club House Hotel

The Club House Hotel

2 out of 5
Patrick Street, Kilkenny, Kilkenny
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$163 nightly
The price is $185 total per night from Oct 8 to Oct 9
$185 total
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Total with taxes and fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (197 reviews)
"Great room with modern hookups. You would not think this Hotel would offer. Breakfast was plenty and offered interesting options. Be prepared to haul your luggage up a flight or two of stairs. Not too bad but reminds you of how soft we are."

Reviewed on Oct 2, 2025

The Club House Hotel
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Kilkenny Essential Information

Language
English
Currency
Euros
Population
21,600
Max Temp Winter
45ºF
Max Temp Summer
65ºF
Top Sights
Kilkenny Castle, Smithwicks Brewery Tour and St. Canices Cathedral

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Kilkenny vacation package cost?
You can snap up a vacation package to this popular destination on Expedia. However, how much your vacation to Kilkenny costs will depend on the length of stay, hotel choice and season.
What are the cheapest months to go to Kilkenny?
November, December and January are great times to look for cheap Kilkenny vacation packages. Traveling in quieter months means you can usually find lower prices on flights and hotels.
How many days is enough for Kilkenny?
To get the most out of your Kilkenny vacation, we recommend staying for 2 days. Divide your time between discovering St. Canice's Cathedral, The National Reptile Zoo and other must-see attractions, in addition to exploring neighborhoods like Kilkenny City Centre and Lyrath. If you've got some time to spare, add a day trip or tour to your Kilkenny vacation itinerary.
Is it worth booking a vacation package to Kilkenny?
Known for its culture and home to leading attractions like Kilkenny Castle, a Kilkenny vacation is bound to impress. Another top sight worth exploring? Don't miss Butler House.
How to find the best Kilkenny package deals?
Start your search for a Kilkenny package deal by entering your destination and preferred travel dates under our "Packages" tab. Then apply some filters, like "Guest rating" and "Property type," to tailor the results to your exact needs. You can also sort by "Package discount" and discover offers that come with huge savings. If you don't find the perfect Kilkenny package deal straight away, simply tweak your dates and search again. Remember that deals are only available for a limited time, so book early and get your Kilkenny adventure off to a flying start.
Is it cheaper to book a Kilkenny vacation as a package?
You can enjoy significant savings on your next Kilkenny escape by booking a personalized vacation package. Click on the "Package" heading, then enter your travel dates and destination to browse some great hotel prices and airfares. Bundle everything into a neat package and you can save hundreds of dollars. Consider adding a rental car and you may land a better deal.
When to book a vacation package to Kilkenny?
Land fantastic discounts by booking your flights in advance with Expedia. If spontaneity is more your style, take advantage of our last-minute deals for a spur-of-the-moment Kilkenny vacation.
How to plan a trip to Kilkenny?

  1. Pick your dates: What you plan to do in Kilkenny and your favorite season will help you decide when to get away.
  2. Calculate your budget: Make sure you have enough money to pay for everything from transportation and food to flights and experiences. Your accommodations will probably be the biggest expense during your trip to Kilkenny.
  3. Use Expedia's trip planning tool to discover Kilkenny: Research every aspect of your trip to Kilkenny with this handy planner. Invite your family and friends to collaborate on a group getaway, search for stays or things to do and make bookings.
  4. Work out your trip length: Think about how much time you want to spend exploring Kilkenny. Plan your itinerary so you can get to all the attractions and experiences you're interested in without rushing.
  5. Bundle your flights and hotel: Epic destination, check. Length of stay, check. All that's left is to find a Kilkenny vacation package that brings all your bookings together.
  6. Book any excursions or activities: Now to the fun part — locking in everything you want to do and see. Browse some of the incredible things to do in Kilkenny and reserve your tickets early to save time (and maybe some dollars too!).

Does Expedia offer Book Now, Pay Later Kilkenny vacation packages?
If you're anything like us, you love traveling but don't love the price tag that can come with it. That's why we offer Book Now, Pay Later vacations. With the help of online lender Affirm, you can spread the overall cost of your Kilkenny vacation across 3, 6 or 12 months. There are also no late payment fees or hidden costs, so you can secure great vacation packages with payment plans as soon as you spot them.

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* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.