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

Kilkenny: Guided City Boat Tour with Kilkenny Castle Views

Kilkenny: Guided City Boat Tour with Kilkenny Castle Views

฿573
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kilkenny: Guided City Boat Tour with Kilkenny Castle Views
Kilkenny: St Canice's Cathedral and Round Tower Climb

Kilkenny: St Canice's Cathedral and Round Tower Climb

฿382
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kilkenny: St Canice's Cathedral and Round Tower Climb
Couple observing beautiful scenery in Wicklow.

Activity Kilkenny-Wicklow Mountains-Glendalough

฿1,644
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Activity Kilkenny-Wicklow Mountains-Glendalough
Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny Day Tour

Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny

฿1,720
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny
Picture 3 for Activity Kilkenny: Smithwick's Beer Experience

Kilkenny: Smithwick's Beer Experience

฿879
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kilkenny: Smithwick's Beer Experience
The Medieval Mile Museum Guided Tour

The Medieval Mile Museum Guided Tour

฿420
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 ฿4,547 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿4,547
฿5,161 total
4 Oct - 5 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. ...
The Club House Hotel
Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel

Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel

4 out of 5
Ormonde Street Kilkenny Kilkenny
The price is ฿5,120 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿5,120
฿5,811 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
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 ...
Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel
Kilford Arms Hotel

Kilford Arms Hotel

3 out of 5
John Street Kilkenny Kilkenny
The price is ฿3,458 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
฿3,458
฿3,925 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! (875 reviews)
"Very convenient location in close proximity to all amenities. Nice clean hotel with friendly and helpful staff"

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

Kilford Arms Hotel
Pembroke Hotel

Pembroke Hotel

4 out of 5
11 Patrick Street Kilkenny
The price is ฿6,030 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
฿6,030
฿6,844 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! (1,007 reviews)
"Amazing hotel in Kilkenny. Convenient location. Really good restaurant and bar. Would recommend"

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

Pembroke Hotel
Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel

Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel

4 out of 5
1 Ormonde Street Kilkenny County Kilkenny
The price is ฿6,366 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿6,366
฿7,226 total
21 Sept - 22 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! (930 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 ฿7,916 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
฿7,916
฿8,985 total
6 Oct - 7 Oct
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