Knight For Hire Tour
4.9 / 5 · 66 traveler reviews
This experience gives you a chance to tour Kilkenny City, with a jovial medieval knight as your guide. Especially suited to families, the tour involves a little bit of walking, a little bit of history, and a whole lot of fun for all ages.
Your experience
Stop 1
Our local knight will meet you in the shadow of Kilkenny castle, where they will give a quick introduction and Health and safety talk before giving a unique perspective on the area and telling a bit of its history
Stop 2
We stop here at the back of the building to talk about its history.
Stop 3
We stop outside the museum to talk a bit about the history of the building and its role in Kilkennys political history.
Stop 4
We stop for a quick chat on the High street to talk about what it might have looked like in medieval times
Stop 5
As we walk along the lane we discuss what life would have been like and the living conditions of medieval times.
Stop 6
The highlight of the tour, enjoy the beauty and history of the small park surrounding the tower, while learning about the armour and weapons used by medieval knights.
Stop 7
Arriving at the gates of the castle we end the tour with a bit of history of the castle and its role in Kilkenny.
What’s included
- All Fees and Taxes
Meeting and pickup
On canal square, just past the hurling statue.
Before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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