Our boats carry 12 passengers each. This allows for small intimate tailored tours. For group booking larger than 12 people, they will be seperated into two boats. Be sure to bring your camera as there are some fantastic views of the Castle and other sights of kilkenny. See the city as both invaders and settlers did, from the river. Our guides cater each trip individually depending on your knowledge of kilkenny history and that of the river Nore, including it's wildlife. This trip will leave you feeling relaxed and having a little more knowledge of the city's colourful characters and past.

Most visitors leave Kilkenny having seen the buildings but never really understanding the city. This tour changes that. In a relaxed small group (max 15), explore Kilkenny with a guide born and raised here. Starting near Kilkenny Castle, you’ll walk through the Medieval Mile to places like St. Canice’s Cathedral while hearing the stories that shaped the city — invasions, merchants, crime, politics, and everyday life. This is designed to feel conversational rather than scripted. Guests regularly describe the tour as a “great start to our trip” and say it helped the rest of Kilkenny make far more sense afterward. There’s plenty of time for questions, local recommendations, and the kind of insights most visitors would never find on their own. Small groups only (max 15) Local guide born and raised in Kilkenny Story-focused, relaxed experience Starts near Kilkenny Castle Advance booking recommended, especially on weekends.

Walk the Medieval Mile, hear the stories of Kilkenny. Quirky tales of medieval life and lives. Witches, merchants, psychopathic bishops and why they grow yew trees in graveyards ! We welcome children on the tour but the stories are of witches, political skulduggery, irish history and murder. So therefore it speaks more to adults than small children. Guide in costume - great for Insta photos !

Step into the story of Kilkenny on a private walking tour that brings 800 years of Irish history vividly to life. Beginning beside the majestic Kilkenny Castle, we trace the city’s evolution from Norman stronghold to thriving modern Irish city. Stroll along the Medieval Mile, stand in the shadow of St Canice's Cathedral, and uncover tales of merchants, monks, rebels and reformers who shaped the streets beneath your feet. Led by a nationally qualified, multilingual guide, this owner-operated experience is personal, story-driven and easy to follow. It’s the perfect introduction to Kilkenny before you explore further — engaging, authentic, and rich in human stories.

Visiting Kilkenny with an Irish Guide speaking French is still rare in Ireland — especially outside Dublin. And it completely changes the way you discover the city. Instead of simply passing medieval monuments, you will understand the stories, rivalries and hidden details that have shaped Kilkenny over the centuries. The tour takes place in a small group (maximum 15 people), in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The pace is easy, the exchanges natural, and there is always time to ask questions or ask for advice for the rest of your stay in Ireland. Born in Kilkenny and Certified Guide, John also shares local anecdotes, Irish humour and the places many visitors pass through without ever understanding their importance. Many French travellers say after the visit that they finally had the Impression of really understanding the city – not just seeing it.

Discover Kilkenny with a certified guide who was born and raised here. This relaxed 2-hour guided city tour combines history with personal stories and insights you won't find in any guidebook. In a small group you will explore the main sights and also hidden places. Guests describe the tour as “informative, entertaining and entertaining” – many say the two hours fly by. You will learn not only what happened, but also why Kilkenny is like this today. Questions are always welcome, and the tour is often experienced as more personal and flexible than classic tours. Ideal as an entry point : Many guests recommend taking this tour right at the beginning of their stay to better understand the city and discover the best places for later.