Title: Things to Do in Kilkenny in 2026 | Expedia.com [Kilkenny Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Kilkenny.dx8298)[Hotels in Kilkenny](https://expedia.com/Kilkenny-Hotels.d8298.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Kilkenny](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Kilkenny.d8298.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Kilkenny](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Kilkenny.d8298.Car-Rental-Guide)[Kilkenny Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Kilkenny.d8298.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Kilkenny ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Kilkenny Types of activities Where to stay [Kilkenny Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Kilkenny.dx8298) ![Ireland featuring landscape views, a small town or village and forests](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8298/611e4ed8-7bd2-41b6-a2fe-af9b53c855da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ireland featuring landscape views, a small town or village and forests](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8298/611e4ed8-7bd2-41b6-a2fe-af9b53c855da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Inistioge which includes a river or creek, landscape views and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6202392/9f26550f-1df8-484f-9efc-e022054e27bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kilkenny Castle which includes flowers, a river or creek and a small town or village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090015/394bd90b-648d-445d-8b0b-1cc6a425cd6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kilkenny City Centre which includes a bridge and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981693529/48a0a057-09df-4138-a50f-2e05ca60af87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Kilkenny Attractions There's something quite endearing about smaller cities. Whether you're heading to Kilkenny for a day or two or you're thinking of staying a little longer, you'll easily fall in love with this place. In fact, with so many fun things to do and awesome attractions to take in, you might never want to go home! If you're ready to explore Kilkenny, sign up for a few of the top [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=8298&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips) on offer, and have a friendly expert show you the most popular landmarks. Offering free cancellations and no added fees, our top {29 fun activities in Kilkenny [fun activities in Kilkenny](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=8298&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent)} are also worth looking into. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and vacation rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ### Most popular activities in Kilkenny ### Tours & day trips [See all 25 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=8298&location=Kilkenny&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/628975/2e84d67c-8d00-4cc9-9c38-5cb03d371383.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny 9h 15m 9.8/10 72 verified reviews Free cancellation available $47 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/full-day-tour-to-wicklow-mountains-glendalough-and-kilkenny.a628975.activity-details?&rid=8298&location=Kilkenny&swp=off) ![Activity Kilkenny-Wicklow Mountains-Glendalough](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/402640/d604d721-869f-4795-8538-3dc314e10ae3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Activity Kilkenny-Wicklow Mountains-Glendalough 10h 5m 9.6/10 104 verified reviews Free cancellation available $47 includes taxes & fees per traveler [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/activity-kilkenny-wicklow-mountains-glendalough.a402640.activity-details?&rid=8298&location=Kilkenny&swp=off) ![Waterford Crystal & Kilkenny 1-Day Rail Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/249066/89386540-c483-42de-9dfc-d5bfc285dc06.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Waterford Crystal & Kilkenny 1-Day Rail Tour 12h 35m 8.2/10 24 verified reviews Free cancellation available $176 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/1-day-waterford-crystal-kilkenny-rail-tour.a249066.activity-details?&rid=8298&location=Kilkenny&swp=off) ![Kilkenny: Historical Highlights Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44646122/f5c9b631-e845-442f-9dd1-ae32038360f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kilkenny: Historical Highlights Walking Tour 2h 10/10 40 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $14 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/kilkenny-historical-highlights-walking-tour.a44646122.activity-details?&rid=8298&location=Kilkenny&swp=off) ![Kilkenny: Smithwick's Beer Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45937165/bdb873ce-cd49-49e8-af92-df6f00e122f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kilkenny: Smithwick's Beer Experience 1h 9.2/10 39 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $26 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/kilkenny-smithwicks-beer-experience.a45937165.activity-details?&rid=8298&location=Kilkenny&swp=off) ![Kilkenny Haunted Dark Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4095169/ba03be1c-6c95-4a07-9894-bfc8668cdbc5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kilkenny Haunted Dark Tours 1h 15m 9.6/10 82 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $22 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/kilkenny-haunted-dark-tour.a4095169.activity-details?&rid=8298&location=Kilkenny&swp=off) ![Kilkenny Food and Brewery Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47176898/427b4b8e-e8cc-49c1-8bc8-b246b67c3fc1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kilkenny Food and Brewery Tour 3h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available $177 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/kilkenny-culinary-tour.a47176898.activity-details?&rid=8298&location=Kilkenny&swp=off) ![Tour of Kilkenny and The Rock of Cashel](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50097654/14709e0d-d56c-4a4f-bdf2-b0dcb50121d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tour of Kilkenny and The Rock of Cashel 9h Free cancellation available $1,418 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/tour-of-kilkenny-and-the-rock-of-cashel.a50097654.activity-details?&rid=8298&location=Kilkenny&swp=off) ![Walk historic Kilkenny with a qualified tour guide.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3264300/741b30bc-68b5-4915-afae-50b0ecfbd806.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Walk historic Kilkenny with a qualified tour guide. 2h 10/10 72 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $14 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/walking-tour-of-kilkennys-must-see-attractions-with-a-certified-guide.a3264300.activity-details?&rid=8298&location=Kilkenny&swp=off) ![Kilkenny Dark Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47781570/0567f114-822a-43a4-b9d5-b74f8168f6cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kilkenny Dark Tours 1h 15m 9.6/10 15 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $22 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/kilkenny-dark-tours.a47781570.activity-details?&rid=8298&location=Kilkenny&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 9 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=8298&location=Kilkenny&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Tour of Kilkenny and The Rock of Cashel](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50097654/14709e0d-d56c-4a4f-bdf2-b0dcb50121d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tour of Kilkenny and The Rock of Cashel 9h Free cancellation available $1,418 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/tour-of-kilkenny-and-the-rock-of-cashel.a50097654.activity-details?&rid=8298&location=Kilkenny&swp=off) ![5 Day South of Ireland Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2588705/b4f74e14-723d-4ddb-bffd-87f811f24fcd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 5 Day South of Ireland Tour 5d Free cancellation available $6,853 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/5-day-south-of-ireland-tour.a2588705.activity-details?&rid=8298&location=Kilkenny&swp=off) ![7 Day Wild Atlantic Way Tour from Dublin, Private Chauffeur Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50247791/96101d9a-347d-4b3b-b197-7af9c6012c1f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 7 Day Wild Atlantic Way Tour from Dublin, Private Chauffeur Tour 7d Free cancellation available $12,405 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-luxury-7-day-tour-from-dublin-cork-kerry-galway.a50247791.activity-details?&rid=8298&location=Kilkenny&swp=off) ![Day Tour of Kilkenny and Waterford](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50244680/0519c487-f4d0-4d61-9f21-3d9e4f4a3d97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Day Tour of Kilkenny and Waterford 10h Free cancellation available $1,022 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/day-tour-of-kilkenny-and-waterford.a50244680.activity-details?&rid=8298&location=Kilkenny&swp=off) ![Waterford Crystal and Kilkenny City Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50891243/792b6b18-b946-4d6d-800e-1b00efefd37b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Waterford Crystal and Kilkenny City Private Tour 10h Free cancellation available $1,057 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/waterford-crystal-and-kilkenny-city-private-tour.a50891243.activity-details?&rid=8298&location=Kilkenny&swp=off) ![Private Fun Family Walking Tour in Kilkenny](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5221125/9783e17a-13ae-42c7-b3e9-e7cdddfaa01d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Fun Family Walking Tour in Kilkenny 3h Free cancellation available $898 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/fun-family-walking-tour-in-kilkenny.a5221125.activity-details?&rid=8298&location=Kilkenny&swp=off) ![Kilkenny Romance: Castles, Legends & Love Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3347052/f160a698-d3c4-4100-b13c-08d02f9ea823.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kilkenny Romance: Castles, Legends & Love Private Tour 2h 7.4/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $874 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/kilkenny-romance-castles-legends-love-tour.a3347052.activity-details?&rid=8298&location=Kilkenny&swp=off) ![Kilkenny's Artistic Charm & Hidden Stories Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3356978/26140b7f-9f05-4019-bafa-49aff40a9ff2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kilkenny's Artistic Charm & Hidden Stories Private Tour 2h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available $874 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/kilkennys-artistic-charm-hidden-stories-tour.a3356978.activity-details?&rid=8298&location=Kilkenny&swp=off) ![Private walking Tour of Kilkenny. English, French or German](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5127446/1c0561e2-9412-46b4-9d14-95269536f9a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private walking Tour of Kilkenny. English, French or German 2h 10/10 7 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $118 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-walking-tour-of-kilkenny-with-a-qualified-tour-guide.a5127446.activity-details?&rid=8298&location=Kilkenny&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=8298&location=Kilkenny&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![Kilkenny: Smithwick's Beer Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45937165/bdb873ce-cd49-49e8-af92-df6f00e122f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kilkenny: Smithwick's Beer Experience 1h 9.2/10 39 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $26 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/kilkenny-smithwicks-beer-experience.a45937165.activity-details?&rid=8298&location=Kilkenny&swp=off) ![Kilkenny Food and Brewery Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47176898/427b4b8e-e8cc-49c1-8bc8-b246b67c3fc1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kilkenny Food and Brewery Tour 3h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available $177 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/kilkenny-culinary-tour.a47176898.activity-details?&rid=8298&location=Kilkenny&swp=off) ![Kilkenny Food and Drink Tasting Adventure Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51550669/b29e47d4-62bd-453b-92f9-511a6ea16b5f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kilkenny Food and Drink Tasting Adventure Tour 2h 45m Free cancellation available $95 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/kilkenny-food-and-drink-tasting-adventure-tour.a51550669.activity-details?&rid=8298&location=Kilkenny&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Kilkenny | Number of things to do | 29 | | ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Kilkenny: St Canice's Cathedral and Round Tower Climb](/things-to-do/kilkenny-st-canices-cathedral-and-round-tower-climb.a46181928.activity-details): $12 | | Top 5 things to do | [Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny](/things-to-do/full-day-tour-to-wicklow-mountains-glendalough-and-kilkenny.a628975.activity-details)[Activity Kilkenny-Wicklow Mountains-Glendalough](/things-to-do/activity-kilkenny-wicklow-mountains-glendalough.a402640.activity-details)[Kilkenny: St Canice's Cathedral and Round Tower Climb](/things-to-do/kilkenny-st-canices-cathedral-and-round-tower-climb.a46181928.activity-details)[Kilkenny Haunted Dark Tours](/things-to-do/kilkenny-haunted-dark-tour.a4095169.activity-details)[Shenanigans Walks - Guided Walking Tour in Kilkenny](/things-to-do/guided-walking-tour-in-kilkenny.a742990.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Kilkenny: St Canice's Cathedral and Round Tower Climb](/things-to-do/kilkenny-st-canices-cathedral-and-round-tower-climb.a46181928.activity-details)[Kilkenny Haunted Dark Tours](/things-to-do/kilkenny-haunted-dark-tour.a4095169.activity-details)[Kilkenny: Historical Highlights Walking Tour](/things-to-do/kilkenny-historical-highlights-walking-tour.a44646122.activity-details)[Walk historic Kilkenny with a qualified tour guide.](/things-to-do/walking-tour-of-kilkennys-must-see-attractions-with-a-certified-guide.a3264300.activity-details)[Knight For Hire Tour](/things-to-do/knight-for-hire-tour.a4954905.activity-details) | | With kids | [Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny](/things-to-do/full-day-tour-to-wicklow-mountains-glendalough-and-kilkenny.a628975.activity-details)[Kilkenny: St Canice's Cathedral and Round Tower Climb](/things-to-do/kilkenny-st-canices-cathedral-and-round-tower-climb.a46181928.activity-details)[Kilkenny Haunted Dark Tours](/things-to-do/kilkenny-haunted-dark-tour.a4095169.activity-details)[Shenanigans Walks - Guided Walking Tour in Kilkenny](/things-to-do/guided-walking-tour-in-kilkenny.a742990.activity-details)[Kilkenny: Historical Highlights Walking Tour](/things-to-do/kilkenny-historical-highlights-walking-tour.a44646122.activity-details) | ## What to do in Kilkenny - For free - With kids ### Free Things to Do in Kilkenny There's no need to endlessly reach for your wallet in Kilkenny. The following won't even cost a dollar. **Grace's Castle** \- If you're fascinated by times gone by, this is one stop you really shouldn't miss. **St. Lukes General Hospital** \- Widely renowned among local residents, this place is worth taking a look at. **Kilkenny Methodist Church** \- Enjoy some quiet reflection and find out a thing or two about this site's religious significance. ### Things to Do in Kilkenny with Kids You'll find plenty of fun activities to do with your kids in and around Kilkenny. Keep the crew entertained with our [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=8298&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly). --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Kilkenny? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Kilkenny ![Kilkenny Castle which includes flowers, a river or creek and a small town or village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090015/394bd90b-648d-445d-8b0b-1cc6a425cd6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Kilkenny-Castle-Kilkenny.d6090015.Vacation-Attraction) ![Aerial drone view on Galway city. River Corrib and rowing club. Dark dramatic sunset sky. Nobody. Popular tourist and business city with rich history.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6174773/655a0450-656f-49ea-9562-9046c37ea55c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Hub There are two distinct sides to Kilkenny that combine to make it one of the best cities to visit in the Republic of Ireland. Recently voted Top Tourism Town by Failte Ireland, the medieval capital of Ireland boasts a rich historical heritage immediately apparent in the very architecture of the Marble City, while it is also a thriving cosmopolitan centre for the arts, for music and design, and host of the popular Cat Laughs Festival every May. [](https://expedia.com/The-Hub-Kilkenny.d6174773.Vacation-Attraction) ![St. Canice\'s Cathedral which includes heritage architecture and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090025/5fd74a5f-6c91-430f-8030-c7290c3dbb9d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/St-Canices-Cathedral-Kilkenny-City-Centre.d6090025.Vacation-Attraction) ![Black Abbey which includes heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090023/8ca8fc43-3d97-4561-b236-265de3472a2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Black-Abbey-Kilkenny-City-Centre.d6090023.Vacation-Attraction) ![Rothe House featuring outdoor eating, street scenes and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090021/702a8143-cad7-4870-a68c-2c5ff76f242d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rothe House You can browse the exhibits at Rothe House, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Kilkenny. While you're here, you can savor the lively bars. [](https://expedia.com/Rothe-House-Kilkenny-City-Centre.d6090021.Vacation-Attraction) ![St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum featuring interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/649209758610890752/dcdd6670-ad84-4f7f-9be4-1f718926f9d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum You can spend time browsing the exhibits at St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum during your trip to Kilkenny. While in this walkable area, you can savor the lively bars. [](https://expedia.com/St-Marys-Medieval-Mile-Museum-Kilkenny-City-Centre.d649209758610890752.Vacation-Attraction) ![St. John the Evangelist Church featuring heritage architecture and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532489534/54a5dc8c-564d-4456-906c-f9fb0fbac767.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### St. John the Evangelist Church St. John the Evangelist Church 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. [](https://expedia.com/St-John-The-Evangelist-Church-Kilkenny-City-Centre.d553248621532489534.Vacation-Attraction) #### Butler House Learn about the local history of Kilkenny when you take a trip to Butler House. While in this walkable area, you can savor the lively bars. [](https://expedia.com/Butler-House-Kilkenny-City-Centre.d6177365.Vacation-Attraction) #### St. Lukes General Hospital Though St. Lukes General Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Kilkenny while you are here. [](https://expedia.com/St-Lukes-General-Hospital-Talbotsinch.d6174477.Vacation-Attraction) ### Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Kilkenny ![Kilkenny City Centre which includes a river or creek, a bridge and a small town or village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981693529/f54ea844-9304-4acc-b3fa-e80f5c81333d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kilkenny City Centre 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 Black Abbey. [](https://expedia.com/Kilkenny-Kilkenny-City-Centre.dx553248633981693529) ![Kilkenny Castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/921516177654784000/80dc175a-bce6-4f4c-ad70-36e33ee3d24e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Talbotsinch While Talbotsinch isn't home to many top sights, Black Abbey and Smithwick's Brewery Tour are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.com/Kilkenny-Talbotsinch.dx921516177654784000) ![Castillo de Kilkenny. Ciudad de Kilkenny. Condado de Kilkenny. Sureste de Irlanda.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/921517130946875392/00fcfa64-fb63-4c26-b276-a23588e3d6a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Newpark When in Newpark, you can plan a visit to Nowlan Park and The National Reptile Zoo, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. 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[](https://expedia.com/Kilkenny-Smithsland.dx921518632465567744) ![Main facade of Kilkenny Castle, a historic landmark in the town of Kilkenny, Ireland.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007543/70848580-971b-4ca5-ba21-ce0f6aec3fef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lyrath If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lyrath and surrounding area, you can visit The Hub and The National Reptile Zoo. [](https://expedia.com/Kilkenny-Lyrath.dx553248635976007543) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Kilkenny.dx8298.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP..Neighborhoods) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? 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