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. 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
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 68 miles from Kilkenny. The shortest flight to Kilkenny from Australia departs from Melbourne and takes around 23h 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
You can travel by bus to Kilkenny using National Express or Bus. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Kilkenny takes 555 miles and will cost you around $178. From London, the ticket costs about $280 for a journey of 735 miles.
Airlines serving Kilkenny
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 $269 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $343 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 $2.77 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 $33.24 and $44.32. The most frequently booked car type in Kilkenny is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 53% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.