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Kilkenny

Kilkenny is a city in County Kilkenny, Ireland. It is located in the South-East Region and in the province of Leinster.

Type City

Why go

  • City in Leinster, Ireland.
  • Served by Kilkenny Airport (KKY).

History

Kilkenny is a city in County Kilkenny, Ireland. It is located in the South-East Region and in the province of Leinster. It is built on both banks of the River Nore. The 2022 census gave the population of Kilkenny as 27,184, the thirteenth-largest urban centre in Ireland.

Restaurants & places to go

Lyla's
European, Restaurant · Open for lunch and dinner Opening hours: We-Th 17:00-21:00; Fr 17:00-21:30; Sa 16:00-21:30 · 22 William Street, Kilkenny · trufflesrestaurant.ie
Indoor
Paris Texas
Restaurant · Bar and restaurant Opening hours: Mo-Su 12:00-24:00 Features: outdoor seating, vegan options, step-free access · 92 High Street, Kilkenny, R95 V6TE · paristexas.ie
Indoor
The Rafter's
Restaurant · Gastropub Opening hours: 24/7 Features: outdoor seating · 4 Friary Street, Kilkenny, R95 VY62 · raftersgastropub.ie
Indoor
Wild Tails Co
Cafe · Dog accessories shop, dog friendly coffee shop. Features: outdoor seating, dogs welcome · wildtailsco.com
Indoor
Apache Pizza
Pizza, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Fr 16:00-24:00, Sa 12:00-02:00, Su 12:00-24:00 Features: takeaway, vegetarian options · John Street Upper, Kilkenny · apache.ie
Indoor
Supermac's
Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Su 11:00-23:00 Features: takeaway, step-free access · supermacs.ie
Indoor
Eddie Rocket's
American, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Th 12:00-21:00; Fr 12:00-21:30; Sa 12:00-21:30; Su 12:00-21:00 Features: takeaway, step-free access · Kilkenny · eddierockets.ie
Indoor
Blaa Blaa Blaa
Fast Food · Coffee and sandwiches Features: outdoor seating, step-free access · facebook.com
Indoor

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Airports

Kilkenny Airport (KKY) 3.4 km to the centre
Kilkenny, KK, IE — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Indoor | Outdoor
Gowran Airstrip 8.6 km to the centre
Gowran, KK, IE
Outdoor
Lickfinn Airstrip 28 km to the centre
Killenaule, TA, IE
Outdoor

Where things are

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Photographs

Kilkenny
Kilkenny
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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Kilkenny Airport (KKY); 3 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Kilkenny. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

Irish Rail
National rail

Coaches & shuttles

Bus Éireann Expressway
Intercity coach

Tours & experiences

Ormonde Language Tours-Kilkenny walking tours
Walking Tour