Kilkenny Walking Tour – Starts close to Kilkenny castle.

Name: Kilkenny Walking Tour – Starts close to Kilkenny castle.
Price: 15 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.95 (287 reviews)

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

Walk Kilkenny with someone born here — and actually understand what you’re seeing.

In 2 hours, you’ll know where to go next and what’s worth your time.

This small-group walking tour (max 15) is the perfect start to your visit — giving you clarity before exploring on your own.

Led by a locally born, nationally qualified guide, you’ll see Kilkenny’s streets and landmarks while hearing the stories behind them — the people and moments that shaped the city.

This isn’t a list of dates or a scripted performance.

It’s a clear, engaging explanation that makes the city make sense.

Guests often say they “learned so much” — and felt confident exploring afterwards.

With small groups, it stays relaxed and conversational, with time for questions and no rush.

You’ll also discover places most visitors miss — the kind you won’t find in a guidebook.

Because groups are limited, tours can fill — especially at weekends.

If you want to enjoy Kilkenny rather than figure it out, this is where to start.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Not recommended for anyone who cannot cover 5km or 3 miles.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Tourist Information Office (Shee Alms House)

Poor house.

Admission Not Applicable

St John's Priory

Church of St. John the evangilist.

5 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

In person guide.

Options

Walking tour in English

Reviews

4.95

287 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

276

Good way to spend a couple of hours
lindalgillen,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
John was our guide. Lucky for us we were the only two booked for this time slot which meant that John was our personal guide. He is so knowledgeable about the city and is happy to stop to answer any of our questions. A very pleasant guy and we would highly recommend taking the time to take this tour.
Well worth it....
Julie J,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Well worth it. Informative historical stories and our guide John was knowledgeable, courteous and friendly. Merci beaucoup John.
Kilkenny walk with friends
Julie W,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
John was very informative and a Kilkenny native. We learned and had a lovely tour.
Great Tour!
TARCY2,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great way to start our trip! John was an excellent tour guide. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes and enjoy learning all about Kilkenny!
Two hours well spent
Hilary W,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
John proved to be an excellent, knowledgeable tour guide making our visit to Kilkenny very enjoyable and worthwhile.
A wealth of knowledge
shamrad2024,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
John had a wealth of knowledge that he shared! He was friendly and allowed plenty of time to observe and/or ask questions. We recommend this tour to learn a ton about the town.
Best walking tour in Kilkenny
Renee C,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
We enjoyed John’s tour so much the first time that we brought our family back to do it again. Funny, insightful, and engaging. He hits all the major places and a few you would miss with out a local guide.
Can’t Recommend Highly Enough
majo56,Mar 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This is a really great tour. John knows so much about Kilkenny - past and present -and really brings its history to life with his many different stories and insights. Can’t recommend this tour highly enough.
Lovely
elenasimonam2026,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Lovely tour, very nice and knowledgeable tour guide, very friendly 👍would highly recommend. Thank you John Britton 🙌
Great tour with a local guide
Mcastilloplanas,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I had a great tour with John. It was just me on a Monday morning so extra special! We did so much in just a few hours and he was friendly, knowledgeable and answered all my questions. He’s from Kilkenny so great to have that local perspective.

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4.95

(287 reviews)

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Kilkenny Walking Tour – Starts close to Kilkenny castle.

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

Walk Kilkenny with someone born here — and actually understand what you’re seeing.

In 2 hours, you’ll know where to go next and what’s worth your time.

This small-group walking tour (max 15) is the perfect start to your visit — giving you clarity before exploring on your own.

Led by a locally born, nationally qualified guide, you’ll see Kilkenny’s streets and landmarks while hearing the stories behind them — the people and moments that shaped the city.

This isn’t a list of dates or a scripted performance.

It’s a clear, engaging explanation that makes the city make sense.

Guests often say they “learned so much” — and felt confident exploring afterwards.

With small groups, it stays relaxed and conversational, with time for questions and no rush.

You’ll also discover places most visitors miss — the kind you won’t find in a guidebook.

Because groups are limited, tours can fill — especially at weekends.

If you want to enjoy Kilkenny rather than figure it out, this is where to start.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Not recommended for anyone who cannot cover 5km or 3 miles.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Tourist Information Office (Shee Alms House)

Poor house.

Admission Not Applicable

St John's Priory

Church of St. John the evangilist.

5 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

In person guide.

Options

Walking tour in English

Reviews

4.95

287 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

276

Good way to spend a couple of hours
lindalgillen,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
John was our guide. Lucky for us we were the only two booked for this time slot which meant that John was our personal guide. He is so knowledgeable about the city and is happy to stop to answer any of our questions. A very pleasant guy and we would highly recommend taking the time to take this tour.
Well worth it....
Julie J,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Well worth it. Informative historical stories and our guide John was knowledgeable, courteous and friendly. Merci beaucoup John.
Kilkenny walk with friends
Julie W,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
John was very informative and a Kilkenny native. We learned and had a lovely tour.
Great Tour!
TARCY2,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great way to start our trip! John was an excellent tour guide. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes and enjoy learning all about Kilkenny!
Two hours well spent
Hilary W,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
John proved to be an excellent, knowledgeable tour guide making our visit to Kilkenny very enjoyable and worthwhile.
A wealth of knowledge
shamrad2024,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
John had a wealth of knowledge that he shared! He was friendly and allowed plenty of time to observe and/or ask questions. We recommend this tour to learn a ton about the town.
Best walking tour in Kilkenny
Renee C,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
We enjoyed John’s tour so much the first time that we brought our family back to do it again. Funny, insightful, and engaging. He hits all the major places and a few you would miss with out a local guide.
Can’t Recommend Highly Enough
majo56,Mar 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This is a really great tour. John knows so much about Kilkenny - past and present -and really brings its history to life with his many different stories and insights. Can’t recommend this tour highly enough.
Lovely
elenasimonam2026,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Lovely tour, very nice and knowledgeable tour guide, very friendly 👍would highly recommend. Thank you John Britton 🙌
Great tour with a local guide
Mcastilloplanas,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I had a great tour with John. It was just me on a Monday morning so extra special! We did so much in just a few hours and he was friendly, knowledgeable and answered all my questions. He’s from Kilkenny so great to have that local perspective.