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.
If you’re looking for affordable options, Marble City Bar (Marble City Bar) and Brewery Corner (Brewery Corner 29 Parliament Street) are great picks.
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.
Although Kilkenny doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Dublin Airport (DUB), which is located 109 km from Kilkenny.
The train station in Kilkenny is called Kilkenny, and is located 0.6 km from the city centre.
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 CARHIRE.ie, among others, in Dublin.
From 5-star hotels such as the Lyrath Estate Hotel Spa & Convention Centre to great affordable options like the Zuni Hotel, Kilkenny offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around €165 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €187 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Bridge View B&B and Club House Hotel Kilkenny.
Hiring a car in Kilkenny costs €29 per day, on average.
Expect to pay €1.74 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 €20.84 and €27.78. The most frequently booked car type in Kilkenny is Standard (Opel Insignia or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Nissan Micra or similar) is, on average, 58% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.