Popular Attractions in Kilkenny
Kilkenny the Marble City, is famous for its arts and heritage,
Kilkenny is one of Irelands favourite tourist destinations. The
city itself is steeped in history.
Dominated by superb ancient buildings culminating in the magnificent
Kilkenny Castle, it brims with character. Winding slipways lead
from bustling shopping streets to quiet comers, and clues to the
fascinating story of Kilkenny lie in every architectural feature.
Host to arguably Europe’s best comedy festival and one of
Irelands oldest Arts festivals, Kilkenny provides a choice of
entertainment to suit all tastes.
Night Life in Kilkenny is second to none with some of Irelands
top pubs and clubs and an 'atmosphere' which makes Kilkenny one
of Irelands most popular week end destination.
In the South there is Licketstown, the world-renowned Famine Village
on the River Suir. Thomastown is home to Jerpoint Abbey, while
in Callan the birthplace of Edmund Ignatius Rice, founder of the
Christian Brothers can be found. Kilkenny's great hurling tradition
is celebrated at the Lowry Meagher Heritage Center in Tullarone.
Then there is the famous Dunmore Caves outside Kilkenny City.
Kilkenny is a great sporting County. While hurling is the premier
sport, there is also horseracing, golf, fishing, and many other
sporting activities.
Mount Juliet's Golf Course just outside Thomastown is the most
beautiful in the country.
