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Private walking Tour of Kilkenny. English, French or German

From$100
2 hours
Kilkenny, Ireland

Full description

Book a private tour of Kilkenny, whether for a large or small group. The tour takes you on a fascinating walk around the medieval streets of Kilkenny. The tour will introduce you to some fascinating characters in our history, as well as finding out about some amazing, and historical structures that dot our streets. If you are booking this for a group with a specific interest, please let me know, and I can alter the information or route to suit your group. The two-hour walking tour of KIlkenny is hosted by John Britton, a native of Kilkenny. John is certified in National Tour Guiding, with a degree in Language Studies, and he is also a member of the Approved Tourist Guides of Ireland. The tours can be booked in English, French or German.

Included / Excluded

  • In person qualified tour guide.

Itinerary

1

Pass by: From outside the building, a description will be given about the fascinating history of this 800 year old church.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
2

Pass by: Learn about what became of the priory, and how the site became transformed into the Butler Gallery.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
3

Pass by: This site has served many functions over the years.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
4

Except for Sunday, you can enter this wonderful church and admire the stained glass windows.

Duration: 5 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
5

Pass by: See the last standing of Kilkenny's original gates.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
6

Pass by: Probably the most famous product to come from Kilkenny.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
7

Pass by: See one of the most historic houses in Ireland, which keeps it's original Tudor period facade.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
8

Pass by: Learn about the most notorious inhabitant in Kilkenny's history.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
9

Pass by: Is it really as slippy as butter?

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
10

Pass by: The dead centre of KIlkenny

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
11

Pass by: What was the benefit of building a house for poor people?

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
12

Pass by: The most famous building in Kilkenny's history. The tour ends here.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Meeting point

Start Location

Unknown location

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

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

Accessibility

  • Service Animals Allowed
  • Easy Public Transport

Traveler reviews

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Beautiful Kilkenny

Kilkenny is a beautiful town with great history and beautiful little shops. Our guide John was absolutely amazing. He is a local and the history and his knowledge of the area is fascinating. Part of my family couldn’t walk that fast and John was very patient and kind. Highly recommend this tour. Thanks John.

Jean_BSep 21, 2025VIATOR

John's walking tour, Kilkenny

John was timely,knowledgeable and funny. He took us on a very entertaining tour of Kilkenny city, and gave some wonderful recomendations

Coastal12104106861Aug 19, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Funtastic

Great discovery of the city of Kilkenny and its history, thank you again John Britton, a fantastic cultural moment

philippemX4155NCAug 18, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Very friendly and informative

Several stations with much worth knowing and history of the last 900 years. Very good German-speaking Irish with contacts to Lake Constance

DayTrip815448Aug 14, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Sunny walk to the rhythm of Kilkenny's history

We had a great time with John on our private French tour of the city of Kilkenny. We were with our daughter of almost 3 years in stroller: the circuit in the city is passable. We learned a lot of very interesting things. This tour allowed us to see as many things as possible in a limited time. Thank you for this great time.

Aline LAug 13, 2025TRIPADVISOR
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