www.visitkilkenny.ie For the Over 50s Visitor

We’ve compiled this mini-brochure especially for you, the over
50s visitor.
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We’ve chosen some sights, highlights and activities for you to
consider when visiting Kilkenny.
It’s just a snapshot of what Kilkenny has to offer!
Please check out www.visitkilkenny.ie for more information.
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For the Over 50s Visitor
Things to See & Do
Location, Location, Location
Historical Sights
Why is Kilkenny consistently voted one of Ireland’s top
destinations for the over 50s visitor?
Because we’ve got it all – literally!
• Historic sights and cultural attractions
• High quality accommodation at every price point
• Award winning dining & entertainment
• Great Fashion, Craft & Gift shopping
PLUS…
• Activities for all interests and fitness levels
• Stunning and unspoiled countryside
Wrap all of this up in a location that’s easy to get to by car, train
or bus AND great value deals all year round and you get a very
special present indeed …
a memorable trip to Kilkenny.
ENJOY!
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1. Kilkenny Castle
2. Rothe House & Gardens
3. St Canices Cathedral &
Round Tower
4. Famine Memorial
Garden
5. Grace’s Courthouse
6. Shee Alms House
7. The Tholsel
8. Black Abbey
9. Windgap Grotto
10.Lory Meagher
Homestead & Kilkenny
GAA Museum
11.Nore View Folk &
Heritage Museum
12.Kells Mills
13.James Hoban Memorial
14.Kells Augustinian Priory
15.Woodstock House &
Gardens
16.Duiske Abbey & High
Crosses
17.Jerpoint Abbey
18.Castlecomer Discovery
Park
19.Jerpoint Park
20.Gairdin An Ghorta
Many of Kilkenny City’s top attractions are on ‘The
Medieval Mile’ within short walking distance of each
other.
Guided Tours: Guided Walks & Cycles of Kilkenny City and
its attractions are extremely popular – booking essential. A tour
of the City sights by Road Train is also available.
Kilkenny is a friendly, safe and compact City. Easily accessible
from all major routes, there are regular daily train and bus
services from most parts of Ireland.
Where to stay
Culture: Visit the National Craft Gallery, Butler Gallery, or
take a guided tour of St Francis Abbey Brewery. See world
renowned craft makers and artisan food producers at work on
our unique MADE in Kilkenny Craft Trail & Taste of Kilkenny
Food Trail.
Kilkenny has an unrivalled selection of accommodation to
choose from. Award winning Hotels, Guesthouses and B&Bs,
self catering, camping and caravan options.
Gardens & Walks: Visit our many Parks, Woods & Gardens.
Experience one of our award winning organised Walking Trails,
ranging from a strollable 1km up to 11km for hiking devotees.
All Kilkenny Hotels offer great value year round Over 50s
Packages just for you! www.visitkilkenny.ie for special Over
50s Hotel packages.
Festivals: Kilkenny has one of the busiest Festival Calendars in
the country. Why not book your visit to coinicide with one or
two which take your fancy?
Sports & Activities: We’ve got some of Ireland’s best golf
courses, horse riding, archery, clay pigeon shooting, national
hunt racing, the list goes on…
See Sheep & Cattle being bought and sold, and marvel at the
auctioneers in full flight, at Kilkenny’s state of the art livestock
sales rings.
Wellness: Kilkenny has a first rate selection of resort and day
spas in which to relax and unwind.
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Great Value Deals
Dining & Entertainment
Kilkenny was voted the 2010 Bridgestone Food County of
the Year. Fine dining, casual dining and café cuisine, whatever
tickles your taste buds! Enjoy an evening’s entertainment at The
Set or Watergate Theatres or in one of our many atmospheric
pubs.
Shopping
A unique mix of big brands and bijou boutiques, Kilkenny is a
shopper’s dream come true!
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