We have compiled County Kilkenny travel and holiday information to help with your stay.

About County Kilkenny

County Kilkenny is located in the province of Leinster in the south-east of the island of Ireland. County Kilkenny takes its name from the lovely city of Kilkenny, which is a beautiful well preserved medieval town with many historical buildings and fine narrow lanes dotted with shops. The river Nore flows all the way through the county of Kilkenny and the river Suir forms the boundary with County Waterford to the south. County Kilkenny is one of Ireland's most historic counties with many castles and abbeys.

Attractions

Dunmore Caves - Ballyfoyle Dunmore Caves is a limestone cave in Ballyfoyle. There is a tourist centre at the site. The cave is a series of chambers formed over millions of years. Jenkinstown Park - 6 miles north of the city of Kilkenny Jenkinstown Park includes forest walks, deer park, picnic site and a craft centre. Beautiful walks are available through mixed woodland. Duiske Abbey - Graiguenamanagh Early cistercian church, beutifully fully restored to its former glory. Jerpoint Abbey - Thomastown The cistercian abbey was founded in the second half of the 12th century Kilkenny Castle - Kilkenny City 12th century castle refashioned in Victorian times and set in substantial parklands. Saint Canices Cathedral - Kilkenny City St Canice is the second largest cathedral in Ireland, built in the 13th century.

History and Heritage

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Useful Contact Information for County Kilkenny

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