Kilkenny City Centre Travel Guide

Kilkenny

A stone bridge over a calm river, boats docked at a pier, and buildings with "Matt The Mullers" signage.
A river with a bridge, a castle, and colorful buildings.
A stone bridge over a calm river, surrounded by lush greenery and historic buildings.
A historic stone building with arched windows and flower boxes.
A street with stone buildings, a red door, and a sign for 'Matt the Millers Bar & Restaurant'.

Stay near popular Kilkenny City Centre attractions

A church interior with stained glass windows, stone walls, and wooden pews.

St. Canice's Cathedral

9.4/10 (103 reviews)
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 savour the lively bars.
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Things to do

Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny Day Tour

Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny

Rp927.791
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny
Couple observing beautiful scenery in Wicklow.

Activity Kilkenny-Wicklow Mountains-Glendalough

Rp886.555
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Activity Kilkenny-Wicklow Mountains-Glendalough
Kilkenny city tour in German.

Kilkenny Walking Tour with Local Guide – History & Stories

Rp309.264
per adult
Kilkenny Walking Tour with Local Guide – History & Stories
Kilkenny: St Canice's Cathedral and Round Tower Climb

Kilkenny: St Canice's Cathedral and Round Tower Climb

Rp204.976
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kilkenny: St Canice's Cathedral and Round Tower Climb
Shenanigans Walks - Guided Walking Tour in Kilkenny

Shenanigans Walks - Guided Walking Tour in Kilkenny

Rp618.527
per adult
Shenanigans Walks - Guided Walking Tour in Kilkenny
The Medieval Mile Museum Guided Tour

The Medieval Mile Museum Guided Tour

Rp226.793
per adult
The Medieval Mile Museum Guided Tour
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Top hotels in Kilkenny City Centre

The Club House Hotel

The Club House Hotel

3 out of 5
Patrick Street Kilkenny Kilkenny
The price is Rp2.516.735 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
Rp2.516.735
Rp2.856.423 total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kilkenny. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (571 reviews)
"Room was clean. Checking staff friendly and fast. Restaurant staff not so friendly 😕 Breakfast poor. No lift to 2 stories, also have to pass from outside in the rain to get to the rooms. Location is good and parking is bonus"

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

The Club House Hotel
Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel

Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel

4 out of 5
Ormonde Street Kilkenny Kilkenny
The price is Rp2.914.995 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
Rp2.914.995
Rp3.308.519 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Kilkenny. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
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Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel
Kilford Arms Hotel

Kilford Arms Hotel

3 out of 5
John Street Kilkenny Kilkenny
The price is Rp1.858.853 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
Rp1.858.853
Rp2.109.798 total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kilkenny. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 bars/lounges and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions John ...
8.4/10 Very good! (872 reviews)
"Great location nit far from city centre. Great to have free parking. Room was clean and comfortable for one night stay."

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Kilford Arms Hotel
Pembroke Hotel

Pembroke Hotel

4 out of 5
11 Patrick Street Kilkenny
The price is Rp3.240.895 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
Rp3.240.895
Rp3.678.416 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Kilkenny. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
"Great location, walking distance to downtown. Comfortably bed.."

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2026

Pembroke Hotel
Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel

Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel

4 out of 5
1 Ormonde Street Kilkenny County Kilkenny
The price is Rp3.421.954 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
Rp3.421.954
Rp3.883.918 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kilkenny. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (929 reviews)
"V good"

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel
Langtons Hotel Kilkenny

Langtons Hotel Kilkenny

4 out of 5
John Street Kilkenny Kilkenny
The price is Rp4.435.862 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
Rp4.435.862
Rp5.034.703 total
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kilkenny. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (267 reviews)
"We arrived late but Tony was very helpful and got us checked in right away. This property is beautiful and clean. All the staff were very helpful and the location and parking availability could not be better. We hope to return again before too long."

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026

Langtons Hotel Kilkenny
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Where to stay in Kilkenny City Centre

Find the best Kilkenny City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A stone building with a statue of a man, a staircase, and a well-maintained lawn.

Newpark

Though Newpark may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like The National Reptile Zoo and Kilkenny Courthouse.

A large, historic stone castle with multiple towers and arched windows.

Walkinslough

While there might not be top attractions in Walkinslough, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Butler House and St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum.

A historic castle with a large courtyard, a central tower, and a well-maintained lawn.

Smithsland

Though Smithsland may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Butler House and St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum.

Deansground

While there might not be top attractions in Deansground, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Butler House and St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum.

A large castle with multiple towers, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a paved pathway leading to the entrance.

Talbotsinch

Talbotsinch might not have many top sights, but Smithwick's Brewery Tour and St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Kilkenny City Centre Travel Guide