Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Kilkenny travel guide

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You're Going to Love Kilkenny

With a population of 21,589, Kilkenny is the largest city in Kilkenny, Ireland by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Kilkenny deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Kilkenny

If you’re looking for affordable options, Petronella Restaurant (80/81 Butter Slip Ln) and Marble City Bar (Marble City Bar) are great picks.

When to visit Kilkenny

Kilkenny in January
Estimated hotel price
$246
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kilkenny in January
Estimated hotel price
$246
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kilkenny in July, when the average temperature is 16 °C, and the highest can go up to 20 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 2 °C, with an average temperature of 5 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in October, when precipitation is around 95 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Kilkenny, with an average rainfall of 55 mm.

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How to Get to Kilkenny

Plane

Although Kilkenny doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Dublin Airport (DUB), which is located 68 miles from Kilkenny. The shortest flight to Kilkenny from New Zealand departs from Christchurch and takes around 35h 35m.

Train

The train station in Kilkenny is called Kilkenny, and is located 0.4 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Kilkenny is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 63 miles from Kilkenny. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Easirent, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

Bus operates bus routes to Kilkenny. From Galway, the bus ride to Kilkenny takes 350 miles and will cost you around $66. From Shannon, the ticket costs about $58 for a journey of 398 miles.

Plane

Although Kilkenny doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Dublin Airport (DUB), which is located 68 miles from Kilkenny. The shortest flight to Kilkenny from New Zealand departs from Christchurch and takes around 35h 35m.

Train

The train station in Kilkenny is called Kilkenny, and is located 0.4 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Kilkenny is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 63 miles from Kilkenny. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Easirent, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

Bus operates bus routes to Kilkenny. From Galway, the bus ride to Kilkenny takes 350 miles and will cost you around $66. From Shannon, the ticket costs about $58 for a journey of 398 miles.

Airports near Kilkenny

DUBDublin
SNNShannon
ORKCork

Airlines serving Kilkenny

Lufthansa
Good (7,072 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,344 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,890 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,947 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,595 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,800 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,732 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,451 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (790 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,731 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,230 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,571 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,343 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,361 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,071 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (351 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,052 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,279 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,867 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,206 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kilkenny

From 5-star hotels such as the Lyrath Estate to great affordable options like the Zuni Restaurant & Boutique Hotel, Kilkenny offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $332 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $419 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kilkenny

Most booked hotels in Kilkenny

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Mount Juliet Estate, Autograph Collection
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$551+
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Lyrath Estate
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$408+
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Kilkenny River Court Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$331+
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Hotel Kilkenny
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$323+
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Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$329+
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Kilford Arms
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$192+
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Hiring a car in Kilkenny

Expect to pay $3.34 per litre in Kilkenny (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.29. The most frequently booked car type in Kilkenny is Compact (Opel Astra or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 7% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.34 per litre in Kilkenny (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.29. The most frequently booked car type in Kilkenny is Compact (Opel Astra or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 7% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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