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    Kilkenny City: 5 Things to Do

    Delve into a world of intrigue, magic and mystery in Kilkenny city. We've got five to get you started…

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    1. Soak up the atmosphere of a historic castle

    Where can you purchase a 12th-century castle for £50? Only in Kilkenny. The city's famous Norman castle was home to the Butlers of Ormonde for nearly five centuries, before the 6th Marquess of Ormonde offered it to the city of Kilkenny for £50 in 1967.

    A tour will bring you to the Picture Gallery, and around the nooks and crannies of the library, with its psychedelic colour scheme. Don't feel like doing a tour? No problem: 500 years of history is condensed into a 12-minute film in the Medieval Room in the South Tower, and it's free – you only pay to go in to the rest of the castle!

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    Kilkenny Hurling

    2. Pick up a hurling stick, and make like a local!

    The ancient Irish game of hurling has long links with Kilkenny – go on the Cats! The county's team colours – black and amber – are often seen flying on flags from every passing car, and in every window. If you want to get under the skin of the sport, then hook up with The Ultimate Hurling Experience Tour. Rated five out of five on TripAdvisor, the tour gives a great insight into the game of hurling, which according to tour guide Jim Croke, has been called "a mixture of ice hockey and murder". 

    After a quick explanation of the rules, you'll be brought to an impeccably manicured pitch, and given a genuine ash wood hurley stick to try your hand at the game. The hard, leather-stitched ball is known as a sliotar – enjoy it, and good luck!

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    The Black Abbey

    3. Experience mysterious Medieval Kilkenny

    The Black Abbey, built in the 13th century, is a world of candlelit serenity. It features the largest rosary window of its kind in Ireland, containing an astonishing 10,000 pieces of ruby and sapphire glass. Telling the story of Jesus Christ and his life, it is absolutely breathtaking. 

    Just a short distance from Black Abbey is Rothe House and Garden, a restored 16th-century Tudor home. Recently, archaeologists found the remains of an earlier Medieval townhouse (thought to be the "city pad" of the Abbot of the nearby Duiske Abbey). History has shown that this guy lived pretty well – dinners of swan and steak, all washed down with a favourite Bordeaux wine. He certainly had style!

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    The Smitchwick's Experience

    4. Taste the oldest ale in Ireland

    The origins of Smithwick's Brewery date all the way back to 1231, when a few thirsty monks discovered ale when trying to purify water. Fast forward through 300 turbulent years of penal laws, world wars and poverty, and the brewery fell into the hands of the Smithwick family. The rest is, as they say, history, and this pale ale was being shipped worldwide by the 1800s.

    The story of Smithwick's is told in full at the Smithwick's Experience Kilkenny. Walk through the original St. Francis' Brewery, discover the story of the beer, and finish your time off with a pint. You'll be thirsty after your long walk through history!

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    Nicholas Mosse Pottery

    5. Get crafty, Irish style

    Artists and craftspeople work in studios all around Kilkenny city. Renowned potter Nicholas Mosse creates his elegant pieces here, and the Kilkenny Design Centre anchors the city's retail scene with a stunning collection of jewellery, knitwear, Celtic gifts, china, crystal, and pottery. 

    And don't miss the National Craft Gallery at Castle Yard, previously home to the stables and coach houses of Kilkenny Castle, where you can watch clay workers in action, or have a go yourself!

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    St. Canice's Cathedral

    At St. Canice's Cathedral, the second largest in Ireland, you can marvel at the sweeping beauty of the architecture, before climbing into the sky in the 9th century round tower, one of Ireland's only accessible round towers.

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    Cat Laughs Comedy Festival (June)

    Laugh until your belly aches, at Ireland's most rib-tickling festival. Running since 1995, the festival features familiar funny faces, and promotes incredible new comedic talent.

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    The Hole in the Wall

    More than just a pub, this snug sits in Ireland's oldest townhouse, dating back to the 16th century. Hosting traditional music nights, Irish dancing sessions, and literature and culture evenings, stop in to see what's happening!

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    Ireland's Anciest East

    Ireland's Ancient East is carpeted by lush landscapes and idyllic towns, framed by the River Shannon and the Irish Sea.

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    Kilkenny City

    Seek out the secrets of the "Marble City" – explore its hidden alleyways, and wander the labyrinthine streets of this medieval metropolis.

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    Discover Dublin

    Strike out from Kilkenny, and head towards the capital, where creative culture and new experiences await in Ireland's largest city.