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

฿568
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

฿379
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

฿1,516
per traveller
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

฿1,516
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

฿834
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kilkenny: Smithwick's Beer Experience
The Medieval Mile Museum Guided Tour

The Medieval Mile Museum Guided Tour

฿417
per adult
The Medieval Mile Museum Guided Tour
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Top hotels in Kilkenny City Centre

Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel

Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel

4 out of 5
Ormonde Street Kilkenny Kilkenny
The price is ฿6,664 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿6,664
฿7,563 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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! (1,008 reviews)
"Everything was excellent. Only complaint was there was no AC and the room was sweltering. I understand AC isn't the standard but for a modern hotel you'd think you're paying for the comfort of sleep. Find a hotel that has AC if you know it'll be hot during your stay."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel
The Club House Hotel

The Club House Hotel

3 out of 5
Patrick Street Kilkenny Kilkenny
The price is ฿4,989 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿4,989
฿5,663 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
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! (493 reviews)
"We stayed in the new part on the ground floor out at the back of the hotel.Room 41. Room was modern and very clean and near the car park which is free during your stay. Hotel is dated and full of character which we liked. Hotel is situated in Kilkenny city, walking distance to castle, restaurants ..."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

The Club House Hotel
Kilford Arms Hotel

Kilford Arms Hotel

3 out of 5
John Street Kilkenny Kilkenny
The price is ฿5,485 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿5,485
฿6,225 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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 Kilkenny ...
8.4/10 Very good! (847 reviews)
"Loved the vibe of this hotel. Staff was extremely helpful, friendly and made the stay great. Rooms were clean, carpet was a little dated but still clean. Great location, with lots of eating and shopping options in walking distance. Bonus, Our room had a great view of the Kilkenny castle and it’s ..."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

Kilford Arms Hotel
Pembroke Hotel

Pembroke Hotel

4 out of 5
11 Patrick Street Kilkenny
The price is ฿7,701 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
฿7,701
฿8,741 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Wonderfully located, good food and drink, and every room has AC!!!"

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

Pembroke Hotel
Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel

Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel

4 out of 5
1 Ormonde Street Kilkenny County Kilkenny
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿8,070 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿8,070
฿9,159 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
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! (907 reviews)
"Great breakfast included with our stay"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel
Langtons Hotel Kilkenny

Langtons Hotel Kilkenny

4 out of 5
John Street Kilkenny Kilkenny
The price is ฿7,032 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
฿7,032
฿7,981 total
5 Aug - 6 Aug
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! (251 reviews)
"Rooms were clean and Very spacious. Staff friendly and could not do enough for you. Fantastic venue for a wedding and was the best wedding food we have ever had. Plenty of parking."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 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 Smithwick's Brewery Tour and Rothe House.

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, 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.

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 Black Abbey and Smithwick's Brewery Tour are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Kilkenny City Centre Travel Guide