Kilkenny Haunted Dark Walking Tour along the Medieval Mile
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This 75-minute walking tour begins at the main entrance of Kilkenny Castle and follows the Medieval Mile through the city of Kilkenny, Ireland. A local guide leads participants along the route, sharing stories about the haunted and darker history of the city. The tour covers topics such as witch trials, ghost sightings, and other notable eerie events connected to Kilkenny’s medieval past. Participants will hear about infamous characters who once lived or walked these streets. The tour includes continuous storytelling throughout the walk and involves some steps. It is suitable for families but not for children under ten years old or infants. Comfortable walking shoes and rain gear are recommended. Dogs are allowed. Private tours for groups of six or more can be arranged by contacting the operator directly.
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Kilkenny Haunted Dark Tour – 7:00 PM Departure Note : Street tour only. No entry to buildings. Note : Historical dark tales. Not a paranormal tour. Step into Kilkenny’s historical past on a guided walking tour through the city’s most dark and historic stories We meet beneath the wooden entrance of Kilkenny Castle, where your storyteller guide will lead you through centuries of chilling history, stopping outside Kilkenny Castle Main Entrance– dark tales from the heart of the city’s power. Shee Alms Story – once a refuge, now home to eerie legends. St Mary’s Church Gates – hear about Cromwell’s brutal siege and the souls who never left. St Mary’s Lane – the forgotten passage of plague and superstition. The Butter Slip– learn about Dame Alice Kyteler and Ireland’s infamous witch trials. Hanging area of the city – listen to stories of crime and punishment. Bishop Ledrede’s Curse – the feud that left a bishop restless in his grave. Join us for a journey through the darker chapters of Kilkenny’s history. Expect folklore, mystery and spine-tingling storytelling that bring Ireland’s medieval characters back to life.
75 min
Meeting point
7.00pm tour starts promptly from Kilkenny Castle wooden gated main entrance.Please note this tour is of dark historical events. Cash payments can be made to guide plus gratuity payments also accepted Contact us if you want to book different time .
End point
7.00pm tour starts promptly from Kilkenny Castle wooden gated main entrance.Please note this tour is of dark historical events. Cash payments can be made to guide plus gratuity payments also accepted Contact us if you want to book different time .
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
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