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The Top 20 Attractions in Kilkenny

There are plenty of places to see and visit in Kilkenny. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Kilkenny is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: November 13, 2025

Brandon Hill Summit

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At 515 meters tall, Brandon Hill is County Kilkenny's highest mountain. The view from its summit is correspondingly beautiful.

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Kilkenny Castle

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Good things come to those who wait: Kilkenny Castle took 800 years to build and the result is truly magnificent. The first stone for the fortified castle was laid in …

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Dominican Black Abbey, Kilkenny

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Very beautiful church, the interior is absolutely to visit ...

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The Tholsel, Kilkenny Town Hall

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A striking sight is "The Tholsel", Kilkenny's Rauthaus. The building (1761) is more than 300 years old and after a fire in the 80's it was carefully renovated.
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Kyteler's Inn

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Kyteler's Inn is said to be the oldest inn in town and one of the oldest inns in Ireland.
Its first owner holds a special place in Kilkenny history. The …

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Rothe House & Garden

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Explore the original castle grounds, running from Parliament Street back to the original city walls. What is visible from the street only hints at the impressiveness inside! Comprised of three …

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Medieval Mile Museum Kilkenny

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Kilkenny's Medieval Mile Museum is a captivating journey through time, transporting visitors to the heart of the city's rich and vibrant history. Housed in a beautifully restored 13th-century church, this museum is a treasure trove of Ireland's medieval heritage.

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Smithwick's Experience Kilkenny

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The Franciscans arrived in Kilkenny more than seven centuries ago, built St Francis Abbey in the heart of the city and began brewing beer in the 14C.

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Kilkenny Castle Silversmith Workshop

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Great buildings, in which many small shops have moved in and offer their goods.

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Jerpoint Abbey

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Old monastery ruins from the 11th century

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Inistioge

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Inistioge lies on the picturesque banks of the River Nore. A pretty stone bridge leads over him into the village. Everything you need is here: various pubs, churches and houses …

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The Top 20 Attractions in Kilkenny

Brandon Hill Summit

Kilkenny Castle

Dominican Black Abbey, Kilkenny

The Tholsel, Kilkenny Town Hall

Kyteler's Inn

Rothe House & Garden

Medieval Mile Museum Kilkenny

Smithwick's Experience Kilkenny

Kilkenny Castle Silversmith Workshop

Jerpoint Abbey

Inistioge

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