- Day 1: Begin in Kilkenny city, exploring Kilkenny Castle. Enjoy lunch with boxty. Visit the Rothe House and Garden in the afternoon.
- Day 2: Take a morning tour of the Dunmore Cave. Spend the afternoon cycling along the Nore Valley Trail.
- Day 3: Visit the Jerpoint Abbey for a morning tour of its medieval ruins. Explore the nearby village of Thomastown and its craft shops in the afternoon.
Couple
A couple might plan their three days around historic buildings and quiet strolls. On the first day, explore Kilkenny Castle to tour the restored interiors and wander the parkland paths along the River Nore in calm surroundings.
The second day could include St Canice’s Cathedral and the climb up the round tower for views across the city and valley, followed by time in the nearby churchyard.
The third day, head to Rothe House to view the Tudor merchant home and its gardens, then continue to a gentle walk along the Medieval Mile for shared moments in the historic streets.
Family
A family can structure three days to suit everyone. The first day starts at Kilkenny Castle Park for open spaces and paths that engage the children and appeal to the father’s outdoor preferences, with nearby shops and cafés for the mother.
The second day heads to Dunmore Cave for a guided tour of the underground chambers that excites the children and offers exploration for the father, plus a tea room and local stops for the mother to sample treats and browse.
The third day includes Jerpoint Abbey ruins for family walks among the stone carvings and grounds that suit outdoor interests, with time in Thomastown or Kilkenny for the mother to enjoy food options and visit craft stores.
Solo Traveller
A solo traveller can enjoy a calm three-day visit focused on personal pace and reflection. On the first day, begin at Smithwick’s Experience to learn about the brewing process and sample in quiet settings.
The second day follows to Black Abbey for a self-guided look at the medieval church and its peaceful interior.
The third day takes in Inistioge or similar village areas for a drive to enjoy riverside paths and historic features in serene surroundings, perhaps combined with time at the Kilkenny Design Centre for browsing local crafts at leisure.
Itineraries
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cavan – Clare – Cork – Derry – Donegal – Down – Dublin – Fermanagh – Galway – Kerry – Kildare – Kilkenny – Laois – Leitrim – Limerick – Longford – Louth – Mayo – Meath – Monaghan – Offaly – Roscommon – Sligo – Tipperary – Tyrone – Waterford – Westmeath – Wexford – Wicklow
County Kilkenny:
Ireland’s county Kilkenny is a county of medieval charm, with Kilkenny City’s castle and St Canice’s Cathedral showcasing well-preserved architecture and round towers. The Dunmore Cave offers intriguing limestone formations, while the Nore Valley’s walking trails provide scenic beauty. Other attractions include the historic Jerpoint Abbey’s intricate carvings. Kilkenny is Ireland’s 16th largest county by size (2,062 square km) and 21st largest by population (104,160). Population peaked at 202,420 in 1841 and reached its lowest point, 60,463 in 1966. In terms of hospitality, Kilkenny is Ireland’s eleventh most visited tourist county with around 207,000 international visitors per year.
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