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Kilkenny Castle Rose Garden – Kilkenny City Centre loop from Kilkenny

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Kilkenny

Kilkenny Castle Rose Garden – Kilkenny City Centre loop from Kilkenny

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Kilkenny Castle Rose Garden – Kilkenny City Centre loop from Kilkenny

00:55

3.63km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 26, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1.08 km

Canal Walk Side Gate to Kilkenny Castle Park

Highlight • Rest Area

The side gate that links Canal Walk to Kilkenny Castle Park is a convenient passage that seamlessly connects two distinct but harmonious worlds. On one side, you have the tranquil …

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2

1.32 km

Kilkenny Castle Rose Garden

Highlight • Castle

Nice little park in front of the castle with a large staircase and a fountain. All flowers and plants are meticulously cared for.

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3

1.79 km

Kilkenny City Centre

Highlight • Settlement

Super nice town with several small streets that all bring together in town. Left and right are brightly painted house fronts with shops, pubs and restaurants that form a great backdrop. There is something for every guest here.

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4

1.81 km

John's Quay

Highlight • River

5

1.81 km

Butter Slip

Highlight • Historical Site

6

1.83 km

Kyteler's Inn

Highlight • Pub

Kyteler's Inn is said to be the oldest inn in town and one of the oldest inns in Ireland.
Its first owner holds a special place in Kilkenny history. The …

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7

2.23 km

The Tholsel, Kilkenny Town Hall

Highlight • Historical Site

A striking sight is "The Tholsel", Kilkenny's Rauthaus. The building (1761) is more than 300 years old and after a fire in the 80's it was carefully renovated.
The octagonal …

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8

2.32 km

Medieval Mile Museum Kilkenny

Highlight • Historical Site

Kilkenny's Medieval Mile Museum is a captivating journey through time, transporting visitors to the heart of the city's rich and vibrant history. Housed in a beautifully restored 13th-century church, this museum is a treasure trove of Ireland's medieval heritage.

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3.63 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.86 km

979 m

756 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.23 km

1.04 km

296 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Wednesday 20 May

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12°C

35 %

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