Beach near Kilkenny, Ireland

Kilkenny Travel Guide

Ireland

Kilkenny is a small city in Ireland, with a population of 21,589. It is an inland destination in the south-east of the country, rather than a coastal resort.

Travellers arriving by air can use Kilkenny Airport (KKY). There are no notable named beaches within 40 kilometres, so trips to the coast require travelling beyond the immediate area.

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Local time

21,589

Population

312 miles away

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Pays in EUR

Plug type Type G

Emergency 112

Dial code +353

Tipping: Tipping is appreciated in Ireland for good service, but it's not generally obligatory. Service charges are sometimes included in restaurant bills, so check before tipping.

Best time to visit Kilkenny

Jan

7°12

Feb

9°10

Mar

10°16

Apr

13°15

May

17°13

Jun

19°13

Jul

19°16

Aug

19°14

Sep

17°13

Oct

14°16

Nov

10°16

Dec

9°14

Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.

Things to do in Kilkenny

  1. Confederate Ireland

    historic site

    0 km

  2. Kilkenny Castle

    castle

    0.1 km

  3. St Mary's Cathedral

    roman catholic place of worship

    0.6 km

  4. Nowlan Park

    stadium arena

    1 km

  5. Maudlin Castle

    castle

    0.5 km

  6. St John's Church

    anglican or episcopal place of worship

    0.5 km

  7. Stephens Barracks

    historic site

    1.1 km

  8. Watergate Theatre

    music venue

    0.7 km

Getting there

Kilkenny Airport · 0 km

Frequently asked Questions

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