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Walk the Medieval Mile with Pat

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Kilkenny, Ireland

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Overview

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 !

What's Included

  • Photo opportunities ...... guide in costume !

    Meeting Location

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    84 High Street
    Gardens, Kilkenny, R95 VAD8, Ireland

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    Kilkenny Castle

    From the corner of the High Street, we look up to the castle. Hear the history of early Kilkenny.
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    The Tholsel

    Old town hall, with clock above.
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Tourist Information Office (Shee Alms House)

    Shee Alms House (the Tourist Office was previously here, but it has now moved to High Street). The Alms House was a charitable institution in the Tudor period.
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Kyteler's Inn

    14th century pub ... where you can still enjoy a meal & a pint. Home of the notorious witch of Kilkenny .... Alice Kyteler.
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Rothe House & Garden

    Tudor merchants house, fully restored.
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    St. Canice's Cathedral & Round Tower

    800 year old cathedral, with climbable round tower. One of only two towers you can climb in Ireland.
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Smithwick's Experience

    Hear the story of the monks who started the oldest brewery in Ireland.
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Kilkenny Old Jail and Courthouse

    Hear the stories of highwaymen and rebels. The prison and execution point for centuries in Kilkenny. Shackled & heading for transportation or execution, they have all passed through here.
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Medieval Mile Museum

    End in the graveyard where the great and powerful are buried. Soldiers, crooked politicians and the devout - rest side by side.St Mary's church is now the Medieval Mile Museum ... entry not included, but highly recommended.
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Walk the Medieval Mile with Pat?

    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). Read more Apr 2025

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

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    Activity code: C-350276P1

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