County Kilkenny is located in the southeast of Ireland. A large number of Norman castles and abbeys make Kilkenny one of Ireland's most historic counties. Modern Kilkenny boasts a vibrant nightlife, particularly in Kilkenny City, and a rich array of arts and crafts. The river visitor attractions include Kilkenny Castle, Jerpoint Abbey, Dunmore Cave, Saint Canices Cathedral, and Duiske Abbey. Places to stay include Kilkenny City, Knocktopher, Freshford, Thomastown, and Graiguenamanagh.
Kilkenny Top Attractions
Dunmore Cave: History and geology blend at Dunmore Cave to give an interesting and unique situ...
Duiske Abbey: A fully restored early Cistercian Church, Original medieval floor tiles still av...
Kilkenny Castle: A 12th century castle remodelled in Victorian times and set in extensive parklan...
Saint Canices Cathedral: The 13th century cathedral of St Canice is the second longest cathedral in Irela...
Jerpoint Abbey: An outstanding Cistercian abbey founded in the second half of the 12th century. ...
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Getting Around Kilkenny
 Kilkenny is located in the southeast of Ireland. It is relatively close to Cork and Rosslare for sea access. Dublin, Cork, and Shannon airports are all within a few hours' drive. Kilkenny is also served by the Dublin-Waterford rail line, with stations at Kilkenny and Thomastown. Details on getting to and around Kilkenny can be found in our Transport Guide.
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Kilkenny Car Hire
 Drive yourself around Kilkenny and Ireland: Hire a car from Budget, Argus, Irish Car Rentals, or Dan Dooley.
Maps of Kilkenny
 Plan your visit to Ireland and Kilkenny with our map of Kilkenny, and maps of Ireland.
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