Useful information
- Phone : +353 56 770 4100
- Website: : http://www.kilkennycastle.ie
Description
Originally a wooden Norman fort built in 1172, it was turned into a defensive castle with four corner towers in 1192, before becoming a splendid palace in the Victorian era. During your visit, you will see lovely hand-painted Chinese-style tapestries and an impressive portrait collection in the great gallery. You should then head to Butler Gallery in the basement, which exhibits work by contemporary Irish artists and to the old Victorian kitchens, now a delightful tea room.
Localisation
Things to see and donearby
- The Green Guide790 m - Parliament Street, Kilkenny
- The Green Guide871 m - Parliament Street, Kilkenny
- The Green Guide900 m - The Close- Coach Road, Kilkenny
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Where to sleepnearby
- From €96Kilkenny Pembroke Hotel175 m - 11 Patrick Street, Kilkenny
- From €90Kilkenny River Court Hotel181 m - The Bridge, John Street, Kilkenny
- From €50Club House Hotel Kilkenny185 m - Patrick Street, Kilkenny
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Where to eatnearby
- Campagne€€€MICHELIN 2024656 m - 5 The Arches, Gashouse Lane, Kilkenny R95 X092
- Lady Helen€€€€MICHELIN 202414.1 Km - Mount Juliet Estate, Thomastown R95 E096
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