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Top 5 food & drink things to do in Kilkenny

Kilkenny on a fork. Walking food tours through the markets, cooking classes with local chefs, tasting flights at the bars worth your time, and a couple of long lunches that double as the day's plan.

  1. Kayak Tour Kilkenny, Kilkenny1

    1. Kayak Tour Kilkenny

    5.0· 22 reviews· 1.5 hours

    We are life time paddlers, sharing our passion, incorporating fun, learning and awareness of river and its surrounds . Our customers get personal attention and feel very safe and love our tours which are adapted to peoples energy and ability. You will paddle double kayaks up and back down through Kilkenny and see historical buildings which dominate the the City skyline. The tour can include white water paddling over a weir, playing in the rapids if that is of interest. If you prefer to stay dry, that's your choice of course and we do provide over-trousers to keep you pretty dry. If you prefer, one of our guides can paddle the double kayak with you for extra stability to ensure that we maximise your enjoyment and safety. Visual highlights include Kilkenny Castle, The Tholsel, St Francis Abbey, the old home of Smithwick's Brewery and St Canice's Cathedral. Hear about the importance of the Nore to Kilkenny and its milling history for centuries.

  2. Cliffs of Moher including Cliffs of Moher Boat Experience Luxury Car Tour, Kilkenny2

    2. Cliffs of Moher including Cliffs of Moher Boat Experience Luxury Car Tour

    5.0· 21 reviews· 12 hours

    You will be transported by luxury Mercedes car for a once in a lifetime experience with the very best in driver/guides with a tailor made itinerary. Depending on your time schedule we will structure the tour to take in some of the most famous landmarks on route to the magical Cliffs of Moher. Also included is our exhilarating trip to see the Cliffs of Moher by boat. From ancient castles, stunning landscapes, delicious food (maybe sample some Guinness in traditional Irish Pubs) we promise a tour that will get you away from the crowds and into the heart of real Ireland. The Burren region famous for its limestone "lunar landscape", Galway City, Doolin Village and the river Shannon. Ancient and mystical boglands are just some of the many options that can be chosen from. Explore some of the world famous Wild Atlantic Way named by Lonely Planet as one of top drives in the world with Liberty Irish Tours. As our motto says..."Love Ireland as we do".

  3. Smithwick's Experience Kilkenny: Masters of Ale Experience, Kilkenny3

    3. Smithwick's Experience Kilkenny: Masters of Ale Experience

    5.0· 12 reviews· 1.3 hours

    Step into the world of Irish ale with the Master of Ale Tour at the Smithwick’s Experience. This extended, fully guided journey explores the origins and evolution of Irish ale, delivered in an intimate small-group setting. Enjoy a Tasting Masterclass featuring four carefully selected ales, earn your signed ale taster certificate, and take part in a hands-on Pour Your Own Pint tutorial. Guests also receive a beautifully engraved Smithwick’s pint glass as a memento.

  1. Kilkenny Food and Drink Tasting Adventure Tour, Kilkenny4

    4. Kilkenny Food and Drink Tasting Adventure Tour

    5.0· 2 reviews· 2.8 hours

    Explore the culinary landscape of Kilkenny on a 2.5-hour walking tour that celebrates local flavors and artisan craftsmanship. This daytime food tour invites you to sample everything from local cheeses and artisan chocolates to traditional Irish dishes and modern culinary innovations. Guided by local experts, you’ll uncover the stories behind Kilkenny’s passionate producers and discover hidden gems throughout the city. Don't miss the chance to bring home a taste of Kilkenny and experience the richness of Irish cuisine firsthand. - 2.5-hour guided culinary walking tour in Kilkenny - Taste local cheeses, chocolates, and traditional Irish fare - Discover artisan producers and family-run businesses - Available Thursday to Saturday (additional tours from April to October Tue & Wed) with private tours offered daily.

  2. Kilkenny Food and Brewery Tour, Kilkenny5

    5. Kilkenny Food and Brewery Tour

    4.5· 6 reviews· 3 hours

    Kilkenny town is a cultural treasure with a diverse food scene which will leave you spoilt for choice. Wander through quirky medieval streets and alleys to explore this colorful and unique town with a local, knowledgeable guide to learn about fighting cats, the clash of the ash, and feudal kings. Enjoy mouth-watering local food samples washed down with a glass of Smithwicks, the oldest ale in Ireland brewed in the heart of Kilkenny town.

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