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Where to sleep

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Irish abbeys and monasteries

The Jerpoint Abbey

One of Ireland's most beautiful abbeys! Its architecture is remarkable!

4.25/5 (12 votes)

Irish cathedrals

Saint-Canice Cathedral

Saint-Canice Cathedral is one of Kilkenny's oldest monuments! Built in the 13th century, it is one of the few cathedrals in the…

4.00/5 (7 votes)

Irish public buildings

Grace’s Courthouse

Grace's Courthouse is a historic building in Kilkenny town center. Once used as a castle, then as a prison in the 16th century, the site now serves as the city's Palais de Justice.

2.33/5 (6 votes)

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Irish castles

Typically Anglo-Norman, Foulksrath Castle dates back to the 13th century. Magnificent, yet closed to visitors due to its private ownership status. However, the story goes that it is haunted by many ghosts!

4.50/5 (6 votes)

Irish castles

Burnchurch Castle

Burnchurch Castle is a 15th-century Anglo-Norman castle once owned by the great Fitzgerald family! Located less than 6km south of Kilkenny, the…

3.50/5 (6 votes)

Irish stadiums

The Nowlan Park

Nowlan Park is a Gaelic sports stadium in the town of Kilkenny. This is where most Irish Gaelic games are played, including…

3.80/5 (5 votes)

Churches

St Mary’s Collegiate Church

Located in Gowran, County Kilkenny, the St. Mary's Church is one of the most beautiful in the world. St. Mary's Collegiate Church dates back to the 13th century. With its ruins, its architecture is virtually intact and well worth a visit!

2.00/5 (4 votes)