Kilkenny travel guide
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You're Going to Love Kilkenny
With a population of 21,589, Kilkenny is the largest city in Kilkenny, Ireland by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Kilkenny to see all of its attractions.
Activities & attractions in Kilkenny
Tours
Nature & Outdoor Activities
Other activities
Where to Eat in Kilkenny
If you’re looking for affordable options, Petronella Restaurant (80/81 Butter Slip Ln) and Marble City Bar (Marble City Bar) are great picks.
When to visit Kilkenny
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kilkenny in July, when the average temperature is 16 °C, and the highest can go up to 20 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 2 °C, with an average temperature of 5 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in October, when precipitation is around 95 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Kilkenny, with an average rainfall of 55 mm.
How to Get to Kilkenny
Plane
Although Kilkenny doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Dublin Airport (DUB), which is located 109 km from Kilkenny. Dublin Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Aer Lingus, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from Ireland. The shortest domestic flight to Kilkenny departs from Milltown (Kerry) and takes around 55m.
Train
The train station in Kilkenny is called Kilkenny, and is located 0.6 km from the city centre.
Car
Another option to get to Kilkenny is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 101 km from Kilkenny. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Budget, among others, in Dublin.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Kilkenny, including Bus, National Express and Aircoach. From Belfast, the bus ride to Kilkenny takes 177 km and will cost you around €14. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about €87 for a journey of 893 km.
Airlines serving Kilkenny
Where to stay in Kilkenny
From 5-star hotels such as the Lyrath Estate to great affordable options like the Zuni Restaurant & Boutique Hotel, Kilkenny offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around €163 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €184 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Kilkenny
Most booked hotels in Kilkenny
Hiring a car in Kilkenny
Hiring a car in Kilkenny costs €38 per day, on average.
You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 24% more expensive than at Dublin.
Expect to pay €1.75 per litre in Kilkenny (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €20.95 and €27.93. The most frequently booked car type in Kilkenny is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Ford Ka or similar) is, on average, 58% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.