Founded soon after the Norman conquest of Ireland, the Castle has been rebuilt, extended and adapted to suit changing circumstances and uses over a …
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Mar 24, 2025
Love Irish tours and our driver Seamus was absolutely brilliant. We have traveled extensively and this trip was my favorite by far. Seamus’s recommendations for food and attractions were right on ta…Full review by Quest24653826408
Mar 21, 2025
I enjoyed our visit to the castle. The castle grounds itself is beautiful. Inside the castle has so much to see. I loved the huge rugs and portraits on display.Full review by melfred_20
Mar 17, 2025
We took the guided tour and it was great. Our guide explained the history of the castle and the family that lived there. I learned a lot about the castle and the city of Kilkenny. There are stairs so…Full review by Constance F
What is the best idea for transportation from the Dublin airport to Cork, by way of Kilkenny Castle? Ideally, we would love a day tour that is not a roundtrip and were to end in Cork.
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We rented a car so we could make our own schedule. It's not a bad drive, especially for Americans who are used to driving long distances
Should I buy my tickets to the Kilkenny Castle ahead of time for the month of June? I was told by a travel agent that they sell out quickly and you may have to wait hours to get in if you do not have a ticket. If i buy the Heritage card will I be able to get right in or do I wait in line as well? Also, is there a place that I can buy the Heritage card cheaper? I read that it varies from place to place. Debating on buying it ahead of time and having it mailed to my house. Thanks so much for your help.
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I haven't stayed in Kilkenny during the summer months but I believe it's a busy place. Visiting the Castle could be a waiting game especially if it's raining. I'd purchase the tickets in …
I haven't stayed in Kilkenny during the summer months but I believe it's a busy place. Visiting the Castle could be a waiting game especially if it's raining. I'd purchase the tickets in advance. Sorry, but I cannot answer your other questions. BTW, it doesn't rain in the pubs!!
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Booking online ensures entry and minimises queueing times at busy sites. A limited amount of tickets are also available to purchase on the day on a first-come first-served...