The Nowlan Park
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The Nowlan Park

Irish stadiums
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Visit Nowlan Park

A veritable temple to Irish Gaelic sports

Nowlan Park boasts an impressive capacity: 24,000 visitors, including 17,000 seated. (Expansion plans are underway to bring its capacity to over 40,000).

Generally speaking, the stadium can be visited in 3 different ways:

  • by attending a local match (remember to book your tickets in advance),
  • attending a music concert (Nowlan Park has played host to Andrea Bocelli, Rod Stewart, Bob Dylan and Dolly Parton),
  • by signing up for the Kilkenny Way activity, which will introduce you to hurling during a 2-hour sports course, right on the pitch!

Generally speaking, the quality of the infrastructure and its imposing size make Nowlan Park a rather pleasant stadium. The atmosphere is crazy on big match nights! A must for fans of sporting events who want to learn about Gaelic sports!


Where to stay?

Hotels and B&Bs nearby

Want to extend your visit without having to rush around? Here are a few well-located places to stay near the must-see attractions.

Practical Guide

The Nowlan Park

Essential information to help you plan your visit, including key landmarks, access information, and booking options.

Address

Patrick Street - Kilkenny, Kilkenny (County Kilkenny) - Republic of Ireland

GPS coordinates

52.656428, -7.239802

Opening hours

depends on the sports and cultural program

Check the opening hours and admission requirements before you leave, especially during peak season or on Irish public holidays.
Prices

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Location

The Nowlan Park on the map

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