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Dominican Black Abbey, Kilkenny – Kilkenny Castle loop from Kilkenny

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Dominican Black Abbey, Kilkenny – Kilkenny Castle loop from Kilkenny

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Dominican Black Abbey, Kilkenny – Kilkenny Castle loop from Kilkenny

00:41

2.67km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 25, 2026

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21 m

Dominican Black Abbey, Kilkenny

Highlight • Religious Site

Very beautiful church, the interior is absolutely to visit ...

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262 m

Rothe House & Garden

Highlight • Historical Site

Explore the original castle grounds, running from Parliament Street back to the original city walls. What is visible from the street only hints at the impressiveness inside! Comprised of three …

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409 m

Kyteler's Inn

Highlight • Pub

Kyteler's Inn is said to be the oldest inn in town and one of the oldest inns in Ireland.
Its first owner holds a special place in Kilkenny history. The …

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981 m

Kilkenny's Medieval Mile Museum is a captivating journey through time, transporting visitors to the heart of the city's rich and vibrant history. Housed in a beautifully restored 13th-century church, this museum is a treasure trove of Ireland's medieval heritage.

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1.34 km

Kilkenny Castle

Highlight • Castle

Good things come to those who wait: Kilkenny Castle took 800 years to build and the result is truly magnificent. The first stone for the fortified castle was laid in …

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1.63 km

Kilkenny Castle Rose Garden

Highlight • Castle

Nice little park in front of the castle with a large staircase and a fountain. All flowers and plants are meticulously cared for.

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1.96 km

The Tholsel, Kilkenny Town Hall

Highlight • Historical Site

A striking sight is "The Tholsel", Kilkenny's Rauthaus. The building (1761) is more than 300 years old and after a fire in the 80's it was carefully renovated.
The octagonal …

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2.10 km

Kilkenny City Centre

Highlight • Settlement

Super nice town with several small streets that all bring together in town. Left and right are brightly painted house fronts with shops, pubs and restaurants that form a great backdrop. There is something for every guest here.

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2.67 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.42 km

1.22 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.89 km

568 m

135 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Thursday 25 June

25°C

17°C

30 %

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Dominican Black Abbey, Kilkenny – Kilkenny Castle loop from Kilkenny

Dominican Black Abbey, Kilkenny

Rothe House & Garden

Kyteler's Inn

Medieval Mile Museum Kilkenny

Kilkenny Castle

Kilkenny Castle Rose Garden

The Tholsel, Kilkenny Town Hall

Kilkenny City Centre

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