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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Kilkenny to see all of its attractions.

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
$261
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kilkenny in January
Estimated hotel price
$261
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 109 km from Kilkenny. The shortest flight to Kilkenny from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 28h 40m.

Train

The train station in Kilkenny is called Kilkenny, and is located 0.6 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Kilkenny is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 101 km from Kilkenny. You’ll find branches of Budget and Easirent, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Kilkenny using Bus or Aircoach. From Belfast, the bus ride to Kilkenny takes 233 km and will cost you around $50. From Cork, the ticket costs about $37 for a journey of 290 km.

Plane

Although Kilkenny doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Dublin Airport (DUB), which is located 109 km from Kilkenny. The shortest flight to Kilkenny from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 28h 40m.

Train

The train station in Kilkenny is called Kilkenny, and is located 0.6 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Kilkenny is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 101 km from Kilkenny. You’ll find branches of Budget and Easirent, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Kilkenny using Bus or Aircoach. From Belfast, the bus ride to Kilkenny takes 233 km and will cost you around $50. From Cork, the ticket costs about $37 for a journey of 290 km.

Airports near Kilkenny

DUBDublin
SNNShannon
ORKCork

Airlines serving Kilkenny

Lufthansa
Good (7,198 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,372 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,113 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,655 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,951 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,896 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,828 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (811 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,845 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,285 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,596 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,419 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,695 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,096 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (351 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,222 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,375 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,312 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,915 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 $334 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $412 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kilkenny

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Lyrath Estate
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$395+
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Mount Juliet Estate, Autograph Collection
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$545+
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Kilkenny River Court Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$321+
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Hotel Kilkenny
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$298+
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Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$350+
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Kilford Arms
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$231+
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Hiring a car in Kilkenny

Expect to pay $3.33 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 $39.88 and $53.18. 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 $3.33 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 $39.88 and $53.18. 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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