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
£138
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kilkenny in March
Estimated hotel price
£138
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 Aer Lingus, British Airways, 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.

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.

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 Aer Lingus, British Airways, 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.

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.

Airports near Kilkenny

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Airlines serving Kilkenny

Lufthansa
Good (8,036 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,524 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,019 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,397 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,406 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,965 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,222 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,596 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,775 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (922 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,581 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,804 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,121 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,200 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,400 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (409 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,444 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,266 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,459 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 Kilkenny House Boutique Hotel, Kilkenny offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £121 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £182 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Kilkenny, with prices from £56 to £1,564 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Kilkenny are about 12% 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)
£231+
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Kilkenny River Court Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£178+
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The Hoban Hotel Kilkenny
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£132+
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Newpark Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£162+
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Kilford Arms
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£98+
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Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£139+
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Hiring a car in Kilkenny

Hiring a car in Kilkenny costs £51 per day, on average, or £102 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 46% more expensive than at Dublin.

Expect to pay £1.58 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 £18.90 and £25.19. The most frequently booked car type in Kilkenny is Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 43% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Kilkenny costs £51 per day, on average, or £102 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 46% more expensive than at Dublin.

Expect to pay £1.58 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 £18.90 and £25.19. The most frequently booked car type in Kilkenny is Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 43% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in Kilkenny

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