2 hour(s)
English
Included
Explore hidden gems such as the Butter Slip and the hurling statue
Engaging stories that bring Kilkenny’s history, culture, and legends to life
Led by John Britton, a certified local guide and language expert
Experience Kilkenny through the perspective of a knowledgeable local
€ 12
€ 11.04
Free cancellation and unlimited rescheduling leads to total flexibility while you plan your travels
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Embark on a captivating two-hour walking tour through the heart of Kilkenny’s medieval quarter with Ormonde Language Tours. Led by local guide and language expert John Britton, this 4-kilometer journey will take you past some of the city’s most iconic landmarks. Explore the grand Kilkenny Castle, step inside the historic St. Canice’s Cathedral, and admire the peaceful Black Abbey. As you stroll along the ancient cobblestones, you’ll discover the charming Butter Slip—an old medieval alleyway—and pause at the famous hurling statue, a tribute to Ireland’s native sport.
John’s rich storytelling weaves together Kilkenny’s deep-rooted history, vibrant culture, and unforgettable legends, making each stop along the way come alive. With a small group size for a more personal experience, this tour is ideal for history lovers, curious minds, or anyone eager to experience Kilkenny through the eyes of a local. Let the echoes of the past guide you through the city’s enchanting streets and immerse yourself in a journey that reveals the soul of Ireland’s medieval capital.
Professional Guide
Gratuities
Comfortable footwear
Weather-appropriate clothing
Bottled water
Public transportation nearby
Not wheelchair accessible
Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated
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John was lovely, informative, and personable. We enjoyed the tour immensely. He is a certified guide, well-educated, knowledgeable, and I would recommend him for a visit to Kilkenny.
John was an excellent tour guide. His knowledge of Kilkenny and its history was second to none and his love of the city was very evident. He was considerate of the needs of the various group members and I would recommend this tour to anyone who wants to get a feel for Kilkenny and its environs.
This is a really great tour. John knows so much about Kilkenny - past and present -and really brings its history to life with his many different stories and insights. Can’t recommend this tour highly enough.
I had a great tour with John. It was just me on a Monday morning so extra special! We did so much in just a few hours and he was friendly, knowledgeable and answered all my questions. He’s from Kilkenny so great to have that local perspective.
Lovely tour, very nice and knowledgeable tour guide, very friendly 👍would highly recommend. Thank you John Britton 🙌
John was a wonderful guide! Very informative and knowledgeable of Kilkenny and Irish history. Thank you John!
Excellent - the tour was brilliantly informative and interesting, giving us the perfect tour of the historical highlights of Kilkenny. John was the perfect guide, wonderfully entertaining and knowledgeable. Would highly recommend!
I had the great pleasure of meeting John Britton, my tour guide. He was very informative and explained all of Kilkenny's amazing history, as well as taking me to all of its historic sites. I would highly recommend John as a tour guide to anyone planning a trip to Kilkenny. Teresa.
We loved our tour with John, no matter the weather! I could have spent all day exploring Kilkenny City with him and hearing about it’s history!
We had a great time on our tour and learned a lot! Perfect length and good amount of information; we had a list of things to come back to see after, so do the tour at the beginning of your Kilkenny visit. Well worth the price!
