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Tourism in Kilkenny city has been developed over a long number of years with interest in the city kindled by the donation of Kilkenny Castle to the State and the restoration of Rothe House by Kilkenny Archaeological Society in the 1960s.
Kilkenny's famous festivals also attract tens of thousands of revelers and art lovers throughout the year.

Stay a while and enjoy Kilkenny with its Norman Castle, Brewery, Craft Centres, Guided Tours and lots more
Only ninety minutes from Dublin and Cork, Kilkenny is an ideal stop-off point en route... but you may find yourself lingering a little longer than planned.Kilkenny is an all year round tourist destination and is within a two hours driving journey from the major airports. It is also serviced by an intercity rail service and the nearest ferryport is Rosslare. Kilkenny city is Ireland Medieval capital and is rich is Irish history and culture. The best way to learn about the city is to enjoy a guided walking tour where you will learn about its many historic and architectural delights.
Kilkenny has a wide range of fantastic shops beautiful restaurant and traditional Irish pubs. Why not plan your break around one of its many vibrant festivals such as the Cat Laughs Comedy Festival. This festival is held over the May bank holiday weekend and attracts comedians from all over the world. (Please check festival dates).
Kilkenny is an all year round tourist destination and is within a 2 hour driving journey from all major airports, it is also serviced by an inter-city rail service and the nearest ferry port is Rosslare.
Outdoor Activities
Golf.
Kilkenny Golf Club, Glendine, Kilkenny.
Mount Juliet, Thomastown, Kilkenny.
Callan Golf Club, Callon, Kilkenny.

Angling in the River Nore, Horsriding, tennis, walking and pitch & putt can all be enjoyed locally.
Touring Kilkenny.
Kilkenny Castle
This beautiful 12th century castle is surrounded by a long established rose garden, together with 50 acres of charming and extensive pleasure grounds. Guided tours are available and it guarantees a brilliant day out for all.
Duiske Abbey And Abbey Centre
This beautiful abbey is located in the town centre and is a fine example of an early Cistercian Abbey (A.D. 1204). It consists of many fine Lancet windows and has a large effigy of a Norman Knight.
Dunmore Cave
Dunmore Cave is located in Ballyfoyle, 11km from Kilkenny. It is known in old Irish literature as one of the darkest places in Ireland and as the place where the monster Luchtigern 'The Lord of the Mice' was slain. All is explained an interpretive centre and site museum at the entrance to the cave.