Sightseeing
Why not walk along the River Nore right into the grounds of Kilkenny Castle. It takes approximately 1h20m it will take longer because you will be intrigued by the nature, beauty and history along the route.
Lots more information and maps are available on the guest information stand in the house and also in the in house 'Your Welcome Guid" publication.
155 locals recommend
Kilkenny Castle
The ParadeWhy not walk along the River Nore right into the grounds of Kilkenny Castle. It takes approximately 1h20m it will take longer because you will be intrigued by the nature, beauty and history along the route.
Lots more information and maps are available on the guest information stand in the house and also in the in house 'Your Welcome Guid" publication.
Walk left along the river Nore and you will soon arrive in the picturesque village of Bennettsbridge the home of world famous Niolas Mosse Pottery. It has an extensive gift shop and beautiful caffe.
30 locals recommend
Nicholas Mosse
Walk left along the river Nore and you will soon arrive in the picturesque village of Bennettsbridge the home of world famous Niolas Mosse Pottery. It has an extensive gift shop and beautiful caffe.
The National Reptile Zoo
Hebron RoadThis place will amaze and amuse the teens.
The Round Tower of St Canices will give you the most awesome
views of the City of Kilkenny.
55 locals recommend
Cathedral Church of St Canice & Round Tower
Coach RoadThe Round Tower of St Canices will give you the most awesome
views of the City of Kilkenny.
Colourful glasses, bowls, vases and lots more all hand blown right in front of your eyes.
6 locals recommend
Jerpoint Glass Studio
Colourful glasses, bowls, vases and lots more all hand blown right in front of your eyes.
I did this myself. I Loved it! you get a fantastic but brief history of the city, the river, the people that lived in the city in ancient times and their evil ways.
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John's BridgeI did this myself. I Loved it! you get a fantastic but brief history of the city, the river, the people that lived in the city in ancient times and their evil ways.
An outstanding Cistercian abbey founded in the second half of the 12th century. The church with its Romanesque details dates from this period. In the transept chapels, the visitor can see the 13th to 16th-century tomb sculpture. The tower and cloister date from the 15th century. The chief delight of the Abbey is the sculptured cloister arcade with unique carvings. The Visitor Centre houses an interesting exhibition. Access for visitors with disabilities. Guided tours available.
20 locals recommend
Jerpoint Abbey
An outstanding Cistercian abbey founded in the second half of the 12th century. The church with its Romanesque details dates from this period. In the transept chapels, the visitor can see the 13th to 16th-century tomb sculpture. The tower and cloister date from the 15th century. The chief delight of the Abbey is the sculptured cloister arcade with unique carvings. The Visitor Centre houses an interesting exhibition. Access for visitors with disabilities. Guided tours available.
Food scene
In this shopping centre you will find everything from groceries, clothing, pharmacy, jewelleries and everything else.
It also has a large food court serving an extensive range of foods.
21 locals recommend
MacDonagh Junction Shopping Centre
Hebron RoadIn this shopping centre you will find everything from groceries, clothing, pharmacy, jewelleries and everything else.
It also has a large food court serving an extensive range of foods.
Mount Juliet Estate & Golf Club
Golf Course.
Horse Racing
Gowran Park Racecourse
Mill RoadEnjoy a day at the races. Just minutes from Nore View.