Kilkenny

Kilkenny's Must-See Treasures

Kilkenny, known as the Marble City, features a dense concentration of medieval landmarks and cultural hubs. This selection includes the 17th-century Rothe House merchant complex, the 13th-century St. Mary’s Church—now the Medieval Mile Museum—and the expansive fifty-acre parkland surrounding Kilkenny Castle. The city's heritage is further reflected in the 18th-century architecture of Butler House, the industrial history of the Smithwick’s Brewery site, and the contemporary Irish design showcased at the National Craft Gallery.

Lower Cathedral Building

Historic structure within the St. Canice’s Cathedral close, contributing to the city's medieval ecclesiastical complex.

Maudlin Castle

Maudlin Castle is a tower house which formed part of a medieval hospital and National Monument located in Kilkenny, Ireland.

Butler House

Butler House is an 18th-century Georgian Dower house located in Kilkenny, Ireland.

Rothe House & Garden

A 17th-century merchant's townhouse complex comprising three distinct houses, courtyards, and a restored Tudor-style walled garden containing heritage fruit and vegetables.

Medieval Mile Museum

Located in the 13th-century St. Mary’s Church, this museum displays civic treasures, including the 1609 Royal Charter and a collection of medieval stone carvings.

Kilkenny MacDonagh

The city's primary railway station, originally opened in 1848 and later renamed in honor of Thomas MacDonagh, a leader of the 1916 Easter Rising.

Kilkenny Castle Park

Fifty acres of landscaped grounds featuring a terraced rose garden, mature woodland walks, and a man-made lake adjacent to the River Nore.

Saint Canice's Church

A 19th-century Roman Catholic parish church built in the Gothic Revival style, featuring a prominent spire and intricate interior stonework.

Craft Council Of Ireland

Headquartered in the former stable yard of Kilkenny Castle, this center promotes contemporary Irish craft through exhibitions at the National Craft Gallery.

Smithwick's Brewery Experience

A multi-sensory tour located on the site of a 13th-century Franciscan abbey, detailing the history of Ireland's oldest beer brand since its founding in 1710.