Introduction
What to do
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.

Activities & attractions in Kilkenny

Kayak & Stand up Paddle tours of Kilkenny
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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 March
Estimated hotel price
£137
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kilkenny in March
Estimated hotel price
£137
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. Dublin Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Aer Lingus, Ryanair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest flight to Kilkenny from the United Kingdom departs from Birmingham and takes around 1h 05m.

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 Hertz, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

Aircoach operates bus routes 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. Dublin Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Aer Lingus, Ryanair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest flight to Kilkenny from the United Kingdom departs from Birmingham and takes around 1h 05m.

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 Hertz, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

Aircoach operates bus routes to Kilkenny.

Airports near Kilkenny

DUBDublin
SNNShannon
ORKCork

Airlines serving Kilkenny

Lufthansa
Good (7,959 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,510 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,931 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,467 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,343 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,924 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,203 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,580 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (913 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,680 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,568 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,762 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,979 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,392 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (404 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,225 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,434 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,503 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 £114 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £158 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Kilkenny, with prices from £56 to £1,559 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Kilkenny are about 25% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

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)
£192+
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Kilkenny Pembroke Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£165+
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Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£140+
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Kilkenny River Court Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£152+
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The Hoban Hotel Kilkenny
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£99+
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Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£125+
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Hiring a car in Kilkenny

Expect to pay £1.67 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 £19.99 and £26.65. 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, 45% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay £1.67 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 £19.99 and £26.65. 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, 45% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in Kilkenny

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