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Kilkenny Haunted Dark Tours

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Kilkenny, Ireland

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Overview

Meeting Point: Main entrance of Kilkenny Castle

Discover the darker side of Kilkenny along the city’s famous Medieval Mile. Kilkenny Haunted Dark Tours offers a captivating blend of history, folklore and spine-chilling tales.

Walk in the footsteps of infamous characters who once roamed these streets. Hear of witch trials, ghostly happenings and the city’s most notorious events brought vividly to life by our local guides.

Our guides will entertain and intrigue you with centuries of history and mystery revealing the chilling secrets that shaped Ireland’s medieval city.

Private group bookings (6 people or more) are available on request. Please contact us directly for availability on alternative dates.

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  • Walk kilkenny. Stroll down the Medieval mile and hear all the stories .

    Meeting Location

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    Dukesmeadows
    Kilkenny, Co. Kilkenny, Ireland

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    What To Expect

    Kilkenny Haunted Dark Tour – 7:00 PM Departure

    Step into Kilkenny’s shadowy past on a guided walking tour through the city’s most haunted and historic sites.

    We meet beneath the wooden entrance of Kilkenny Castle, where your storyteller guide will lead you through centuries of chilling history, stopping at:

    Kilkenny Castle – dark tales from the heart of the city’s power.

    Shee Alms House – once a refuge, now home to eerie legends.

    Medieval Mile Museum (St Mary’s Church) – hear about Cromwell’s brutal siege and the souls who never left.

    St Mary’s Lane – the forgotten passage of plague and superstition.

    Kyteler’s Inn – learn about Dame Alice Kyteler and Ireland’s infamous witch trials.

    Grace’s Castle – from courthouse to prison, steeped in stories of crime and punishment.

    Bishop Ledrede’s Curse – the feud that left a bishop restless in his grave.

    James’ Gate – tales of highwaymen and their final fate.

    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 ghosts back to life.

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Minimum of 2 people per tour

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Kilkenny Haunted Dark Tours?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (IST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-250556P1

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    • Service animals allowed
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    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Minimum of 2 people per tour
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    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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