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Top 3 water & beach things to do in Kilkenny

Boats, beaches, and the parts of Kilkenny you only see from the water. Ferry rides, sunset cruises, snorkel runs, and the occasional sailing day for travellers who measure good cities by their coastline.

  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. Kilkenny Boat Trip, Kilkenny3

    3. Kilkenny Boat Trip

    4.9· 333 reviews· 40 min

    Our boats carry 12 passengers each. This allows for small intimate tailored tours. For group booking larger than 12 people, they will be seperated into two boats. Be sure to bring your camera as there are some fantastic views of the Castle and other sights of kilkenny. See the city as both invaders and settlers did, from the river. Our guides cater each trip individually depending on your knowledge of kilkenny history and that of the river Nore, including it's wildlife. This trip will leave you feeling relaxed and having a little more knowledge of the city's colourful characters and past.

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