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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Nov 24, 2024
We arrived at Kilkenny in the early afternoon and opted for the guided tour. We had some time to “kill” so we wandered the beautiful grounds and took a peek at Kilkenny design center, across the stre… Full review by Camille P
Nov 14, 2024
This is a real Castle "unlike Dublin Castle, lol" - we enjoyed walking and looking at all the various rooms, the tapestry, and period furniture, the architecture throughout the Castle. Well worth th… Full review by jek_review
Nov 13, 2024
This must be the most poorly managed site in all of Europe (and I have been to every country in Europe). After attempting to phone without success and ask not finding any information on available t… Full review by trotamundos0881
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
Can a guided tour accommodate a handicapped/wheelchair patron?
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Hi there The period rooms on the ground floor are fully wheelchair accessible. The upper floors are only accessible via staircases at present. I hope you will find thi information …
Hi there The period rooms on the ground floor are fully wheelchair accessible. The upper floors are only accessible via staircases at present. I hope you will find thi information useful. don't hesitate to contact us if you have any further queries. 056 7704106 Best regards Maelle
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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Unfortunately I can’t really tell you either because going in March, we had no lines anywhere we went, but I can tell you that I would really make sure and see it, it was great!!! …
Unfortunately I can’t really tell you either because going in March, we had no lines anywhere we went, but I can tell you that I would really make sure and see it, it was great!!! Really like it and it is so pretty at night from the river bridge.
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