Waterford Trip Overview
Kilkenny is known as the Marble city because of its distinctive black marble.
We start this tour at Kilkenny Castle which was founded after the Norman conquest of Ireland. The castle has been rebuilt to suit the needs of its inhabitants.
Continuing with our visit, we will head to the city centre, right in the midpoint of the Medieval Mile where Rothe House and Gardens are located (This attraction on Sunday will be replaced by Medieval Mile Museum)
Kyteler’s Inn is a public house located in the heart of medieval Kilkenny
Butter Slip is the most picturesque of Kilkenny’s narrow medieval corridors
Our next and final stop: Dunmore Cave, consisting of a series of chambers formed over millions of years, the cove contains some of the finest calcite formations found in Ireland.
PLEASE NOTE: WALKING INVOLVED
MISSING YOU ALREADY!!
Additional Info
Duration: 6 hours 30 minutes
Starts: Waterford, Ireland
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Waterford, Province of Munster, Ireland
Kilkenny is known as the Marble city because of its distinctive black marble.
We start this tour at Kilkenny Castle which was founded after the Norman conquest of Ireland. The castle has been rebuilt to suit the needs of its inhabitants.
Continuing with our visit, we will head to the city centre, right in the midpoint of the Medieval Mile where Rothe House and Gardens are located (This attraction on Sunday will be replaced by Medieval Mile Museum)
Kyteler’s Inn is a public house located in the heart of medieval Kilkenny
Butter Slip is the most picturesque of Kilkenny’s narrow medieval corridors
Our next and final stop: Dunmore Cave, consisting of a series of chambers formed over millions of years, the cove contains some of the finest calcite formations found in Ireland.
PLEASE NOTE: WALKING INVOLVED
MISSING YOU ALREADY!!
Itinerary
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Stop At: Kilkenny Castle, The Parade, Kilkenny R95 YRK1 Ireland
Kilkenny Castle was founded after the Norman conquest of Ireland. The castle has been rebuilt to suit the needs of its inhabitants. This grand country house surrounded by parkland with mature trees, woodlands and a terraced rose garden amongst other is a Victorian remodelling of the thirteenth century defensive Castle.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Rothe House and Garden, Rothe House & Gardens Parliament Street, Kilkenny R95 P89C Ireland
This merchant’s house, built around two courtyards, was restored in 1966. Now it is the headquarters of the Kilkenny Archaeological Society. (This attraction on Sunday will be replaced by Medieval Mile Museum)
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Kyteler’s Inn, 27 St. Kieran St Kilkenny Ireland
Kyteler’s Inn is a public house located in the heart of medieval Kilkenny. It dates back to 1263 and it combines a rich heritage with 21st century amenities
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Butter Slip, Kilkenny Ireland
Butter Slip is the most picturesque of Kilkenny’s narrow medieval corridors. It dates to the early 17th century and it runs underneath two houses, keep in mind this street was dark and cool ideal for storing and selling butter.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Kilkenny, Kilkenny, County Kilkenny
Kilkenny is known as the Marble city because of its distinctive black marble. It has a medieval feel thanks to its well-preserved old buildings. An easily walkable city worth visiting.
Duration: 50 minutes
Stop At: Dunmore Cave, Castlecomer Road Ballyfoyle Ireland
Dunmore Cave, consisting of a series of chambers formed over millions of years, the cove contains some of the finest calcite formations found in Ireland.
Duration: 1 hour
