Kilkenny Guided Walking Tour with Shenanigans Walks
by Shenanigans Walks
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€60Overview
The Kilkenny Guided Walking Tour with Shenanigans Walks lasts about ninety minutes and covers the Medieval Mile of Kilkenny. The tour is led by local, experienced guides who combine historical facts, stories, and magic effects with a playful approach called Shenanigans. The route moves through Kilkenny’s narrow streets and includes stops at several landmarks. It begins at Kilkenny Castle, where guides share stories and history about the site. The tour continues to Smithwick's Experience, where the history of the brewery, the role of monks, and the brewing process are explained. Participants walk past medieval markets and learn about phrases still used today. The group visits the Tourist Information Office located in the Shee Alms House, a medieval alms house, where guides discuss its history and reputed healing powers. Another stop is Rothe House & Garden, with insights into its background and stories. The guides also cover the story of Kilkenny’s infamous witch, Alice Kyteler, including an interactive segment where a group member is playfully tested for witch qualities. The tour concludes at the Black Abbey, where medieval tombs, city gates, and local protectors are discussed. The walking tour requires a moderate fitness level to walk for about ninety minutes at an easy pace. All guiding services are included.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Kilkenny Castle
The guide shares stories and historical details about Kilkenny Castle.
Smithwick's Experience
Information on the history of Smithwick's brewery, the role of monks, and how beer is made.
Medieval Markets
Discussion of medieval markets and phrases still used today in Kilkenny.
Tourist Information Office (Shee Alms House)
History and stories of the medieval alms house including its reputed healing powers.
Rothe House & Garden
Details about the history and stories connected to Rothe House and Garden.
Witch Trials Segment
Narration about Kilkenny’s witch, Alice Kyteler, with a playful group test to see if anyone is a witch.
Black Abbey
Stories about the Black Abbey, protectors of the city gates, medieval tombs, and the city walk with gates.
Meeting point
We meet under the arch of the main gate of Kilkenny castle which is between the two stone round towers facing onto the street.
End point
Landmark of Kilkenny's infamous witch, the magic of Shenanigans ends here
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Kilkenny Guided Walking Tour with Shenanigans Walks
by Shenanigans Walks
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€60Overview
The Kilkenny Guided Walking Tour with Shenanigans Walks lasts about ninety minutes and covers the Medieval Mile of Kilkenny. The tour is led by local, experienced guides who combine historical facts, stories, and magic effects with a playful approach called Shenanigans. The route moves through Kilkenny’s narrow streets and includes stops at several landmarks. It begins at Kilkenny Castle, where guides share stories and history about the site. The tour continues to Smithwick's Experience, where the history of the brewery, the role of monks, and the brewing process are explained. Participants walk past medieval markets and learn about phrases still used today. The group visits the Tourist Information Office located in the Shee Alms House, a medieval alms house, where guides discuss its history and reputed healing powers. Another stop is Rothe House & Garden, with insights into its background and stories. The guides also cover the story of Kilkenny’s infamous witch, Alice Kyteler, including an interactive segment where a group member is playfully tested for witch qualities. The tour concludes at the Black Abbey, where medieval tombs, city gates, and local protectors are discussed. The walking tour requires a moderate fitness level to walk for about ninety minutes at an easy pace. All guiding services are included.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Kilkenny Castle
The guide shares stories and historical details about Kilkenny Castle.
Smithwick's Experience
Information on the history of Smithwick's brewery, the role of monks, and how beer is made.
Medieval Markets
Discussion of medieval markets and phrases still used today in Kilkenny.
Tourist Information Office (Shee Alms House)
History and stories of the medieval alms house including its reputed healing powers.
Rothe House & Garden
Details about the history and stories connected to Rothe House and Garden.
Witch Trials Segment
Narration about Kilkenny’s witch, Alice Kyteler, with a playful group test to see if anyone is a witch.
Black Abbey
Stories about the Black Abbey, protectors of the city gates, medieval tombs, and the city walk with gates.
Meeting point
We meet under the arch of the main gate of Kilkenny castle which is between the two stone round towers facing onto the street.
End point
Landmark of Kilkenny's infamous witch, the magic of Shenanigans ends here
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.