The tour is approximately 2 hours and covers less than 3km, making it suitable for all fitness levels.

You’ll visit highlights like Kilkenny Castle, St. Canice’s Cathedral, and The Medieval Mile including The Black Abbey, Rothe House, The Medieval Mile Museum, The Butterslip, The Tholsel, The Medieval Wall along with some hidden gems and stories you won’t find in guidebooks.

Tours are available 7 days a week. You can choose a time that suits you best from 10:30, 14:30 or 18:30. Just contact us or check the booking page for available slots.

Call John to book your place! 

Yes! I’m happy to offer private or custom tours for groups, families, or individuals. Just contact me and let me know your preferences, and we’ll create a personalised experience.

Kilkenny weather can be unpredictable, but tours run rain or shine. Be sure to dress appropriately for the weather. If it’s a light drizzle, we’ll keep going, but we can make adjustments as needed.

Absolutely! The tour is family-friendly, and kids often enjoy learning about knights, castles, and medieval adventures.

Comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing and an umbrella is recommended. A camera is also a good idea for capturing Kilkenny’s scenic spots.

Kilkenny is an age friendly city with many public seating areas along our tour route. There are some stairs on our tour (approx 30 steps), but these can also be circumvented if necessary. The tour is approximately 2 hours and covers less than 3km, making our tour a relaxed pace and suitable for all fitness levels.

Yes, our tours are designed to be engaging for all guests. Since our tours focus heavily on storytelling and local history, there’s plenty of rich oral content to enjoy. John, your guide, is happy to provide vivid descriptions of landmarks and surroundings to enhance the experience. If you have specific needs, feel free to contact us ahead of time so we can ensure your comfort.

We keep our groups small (a maximum of 15 people), ensuring everyone can hear clearly without being crowded. If you require special accommodations, such as facing the guide during storytelling or repeating key points, we are happy to make adjustments. Please let us know in advance to help us provide the best experience possible.