Talbotsinch Travel Guide
Kilkenny
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Popular places to visit
Kilkenny Castle
After visiting Kilkenny Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kilkenny. While you're here, you can savour the lively bars.
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.
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 savour the lively bars.
Black Abbey
You can find out about the history of Kilkenny when you stop by Black Abbey. While you're here, you can savour the lively bars.
Rothe House
You can browse the exhibits at Rothe House, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Kilkenny. While you're here, you can savour the lively bars.
St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum during your trip to Kilkenny. While in this walkable area, you can savour the lively bars.
Things to do
Kilkenny: Guided City Boat Tour with Kilkenny Castle Views
Kilkenny: St Canice's Cathedral and Round Tower Climb
Activity Kilkenny-Wicklow Mountains-Glendalough
Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny
Kilkenny: Smithwick's Beer Experience
Top hotels in Talbotsinch
Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel
"Propre , confortable , le personnel au bar était super gentil !! On a adoré"
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
The Club House Hotel
"Great location, easy to walk. Staff were wonderful."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel
"Absolutely love this property. Easy parking across the street, walk to most of the attractions in Kilkenny. My one complaint however, during our stay, my son and his wife realized in the middle of the night that their mattress was upside down. A small thing, but at 0200 it was a pretty big inconvenience. ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Hotel Kilkenny
"Everything was as expected. Sweets with the coffee and tea were spot on."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Pembroke Hotel
"We were greeted in front of the property by Sara, coming off her break, who went above and beyond by helping us park in a tight spot. Every staff member treated us like family."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel
"Hotel is amazing and beautiful. Location is close to castle and great restaurants. Bar was fun to hang out in."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Talbotsinch
Newpark
Though Newpark may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Nowlan Park and Smithwick's Brewery Tour.
Kilkenny City Centre
Kilkenny City Centre is known for its lively bars, and you can plan a trip to Rothe House and Smithwick's Brewery Tour while you're in town.
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.
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.
Maidenhill
Though Maidenhill 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.
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.
