Kilkenny Castle
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"Historic and evocative - home to the Ormonds for 600 years."
Overview
Situated in a beautiful 50-acre park, the castle dates from 1172. The first stone castle was built 20 years later by William Marshall, Earl of Pembroke. It was the home of the Earls and Dukes of Ormonde from 1391 to 1935. Due to major restoration works, the central block now includes a library, drawing room, and bedrooms decorated in 1830s splendour, as well as the beautiful Long Gallery.
Features
- Opening Times
- Open all year
- Opening Times: Open all year daily, Mar, 9.30-5; Apr-May & Sep, 9.30-5.30; Jun-Aug, 9-5.30; Oct-Feb 9.30-4.30. Feb-Oct self guided tours (last admission 30mins before closing), Nov-Jan guided tours only (last admission 45mins before closing). Check websit
- Facilities
- Parking nearby
- Cafe
About the area
Regularly voted Ireland’s friendliest city, Kilkenny is a welcoming and historic place, famous for its beer and castles. There are also a number of local gold and silversmiths here who make lovely jewellery.
