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 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
Mar 16, 2025
This castle can't be missed to visit, OPW did a marvellous job bringing back the castle to life. We did a self-guided tour. The Gallery Hall was the highlight. Unfortunately we couldn't access the QR…Full review by S K
Mar 16, 2025
The tour is not for those who need mobility assistance as there are a lot of stairs that eager up and down throughout the building. Purchase your tickets as you enter through the front gate, and then…Full review by CrisH653
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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Best way is by car. We used a hire car which was convenient and an easy way to access from Dublin. So worth it and no restrictions too !
Can a guided tour accommodate a handicapped/wheelchair patron?
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The castle is quite old and I didn’t see that it could accommodate wheelchairs but I may be wrong. I suggest you contact them directly. If the castle is not accessible I …
The castle is quite old and I didn’t see that it could accommodate wheelchairs but I may be wrong. I suggest you contact them directly. If the castle is not accessible I would still recommend visiting the grounds and environs.
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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