Kilkenny travel guide
Kilkenny Tourism | Kilkenny Guide
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.
Where to Eat in Kilkenny
If you’re looking for affordable options, Brewery Corner (Brewery Corner 29 Parliament Street) and Marble City Bar (Marble City Bar) are great picks.
When to visit Kilkenny
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.
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 27h 10m.
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 Sixt and Budget, among others, in Dublin.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Kilkenny, including National Express, Bus and Bus Éireann. From Galway, the bus ride to Kilkenny takes 232 km and will cost you around $50. From Galway, the ticket costs about $50 for a journey of 241 km.
Airlines serving Kilkenny
Where to stay in Kilkenny
From 5-star hotels such as the Lyrath Estate Hotel Spa & Convention Centre to great affordable options like the Zuni Hotel, Kilkenny offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $276 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $330 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Kilkenny
Most booked hotels in Kilkenny
Hiring a car in Kilkenny
Expect to pay $3.23 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 $38.74 and $51.65. Economy (Nissan Micra or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Kilkenny, while also 57% cheaper than other types, on average.