Kilkenny Parks and Gardens

Kilkenny’s green spaces range from the expansive 50-acre grounds of its 12th-century castle to scenic riverside trails. The city’s parks offer a mix of formal landscaping, such as the castle's rose garden, and reclaimed natural areas like The Quarry. These locations provide dedicated walking paths along the River Nore and historical landmarks including ancient holy wells, offering quiet retreats within the medieval city layout.

Kilkenny Castle Park

Fifty acres of rolling parkland featuring a formal rose garden, a large children's playground, and mature woodland surrounding a 12th-century fortress.

Nore Linear Park

A network of walking and cycling trails following the banks of the River Nore, providing a natural corridor for local wildlife through the heart of the city.

Hollybank Park

A local green space and recreational area situated in the southern part of Kilkenny city.

The Quarry

A reclaimed limestone quarry area featuring walking paths and elevated views overlooking the city and the River Nore.

Kenny's Well

A historic holy well dedicated to St. Canice, featuring a stone-enclosed spring that has served as a site of pilgrimage for centuries.