Historical Tours

Private Day Tour of the Medieval City of Kilkenny

5.0(13)5 out of 5, from 13 reviews·8h·Private group
What you pay forEach travellerEvery traveller pays the same fare.
Group sizeUp to 10Per booking.
Minimum ageAll agesadult 0–120

Will this work for your group?

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  • All 5 of you can be booked together.
  • Open to all ages, including your youngest.
  • 5 full fares

About this experience

THIS IS YOUR PRIVATE TOUR! During your day tour of Kilkenny, you get to choose where to go in Kilkenny and when to go. Enjoy a relaxing and flexible touring experience with your private guide. The medieval city of Kilkenny has so many activities to choose from—to start your day, take a relaxing stroll in the majestic castle park or visit ancient Kilkenny Castle—don't miss the famous picture gallery! At lunchtime, consider enjoying a hearty lunch at the famous Kyteler’s Inn (established in 1324)—an ancient medieval inn steeped in witchcraft history. After lunch, walk the Medieval Mile, visit the new Medieval Mile Museum, climb up Saint Canice’s Round Tower and enjoy spectacular views over the city, or visit the local brewery and taste some local Smithwick’s beer.

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What you actually do

You get out at all 6 stops. Admission is not included at Kilkenny Castle, St. Canice's Cathedral & Round Tower, Smithwick's Experience.

  1. 1

    Kilkenny Castle

    Take a relaxing stroll and stretch your legs in the majestic castle park. Then visit the ancient Kilkenny Castle taking a tour with your guide – don’t miss the famous picture gallery!

    You get out here120 minAdmission not included

  2. 2

    Kilkenny Design Centre

    Enjoy shopping for some local crafts and get some excellent gifts to take back home!

    You get out here30 min

  3. 3

    St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum

    At lunchtime, choose from an array of local delicacies in the local pubs, cafes and restaurants that Kilkenny has to offer. Consider dining at the famous Kyteler’s Inn (established in 1324) – an ancient medieval inn steeped in witchcraft history.

    You get out here90 min

  4. 4

    St. Canice's Cathedral & Round Tower

    Optional visit: Enjoy this medieval Kilkenny museum and find out more about this fascinating city's history

    You get out here45 minAdmission not included

  5. 5

    Smithwick's Experience

    Optional visit: Discover this ancient cathedral and climb up the round tower to enjoy a panoramic view of the city.

    You get out here45 minAdmission not included

  6. 6

    Optional visit: Enjoy an interactive guided tour at this 18th-century brewery including beer tastings.

    You get out here60 minAdmission not included

Where the day happens

5 stops shown in visit order.

What is and is not included

The advertised price does not cover other — budget for those separately.

  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • Other
  • Other

Before you book

The operator’s own practical notes — the things people usually discover at checkout.

Good to know (5)
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Details retrieved from the Viator Partner API on 2026-10-09. We publish no availability, and every price is the operator’s advertised from-price with its check date — the exact total is on the operator’s page. How we research this.