Z
Maybe skip Medieval Tour
Not much to see. History of some main families, burials and grave stones. The church is under construction. Maybe it’ll be better once Reno is complete
Medieval Mile Museum Self Guided Audio Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1–3 hours
- Price from
- $9 / person
- Location
- Kilkenny
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 94 reviews
- Languages
- DE, DE, EN, EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 150
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Medieval Mile Museum
- Meeting point
- At the reception desk
Description
Discover the story of Medieval Kilkenny by starting your visit of the city in this museum. The building was once a church and now is a museum with artefacts and stories of long ago. Listen to stories on our audios or read all about the history of Kilkenny's Medieval times. Chat to our friendly expert guides who will guide you on your journey.
Tour Options
Itinerary
St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum
Discover the rich history and captivating stories of the Medieval Mile Museum with our engaging self-guided audio tour. This immersive experience takes visitors on a journey through time, offering a glimpse into the lives of the families, merchants, and dignitaries who shaped the medieval city of Kilkenny. With easy-to-follow instructions for visitors, our tour allows you to explore the museum's various sections, from the fascinating graveyard with its unique stone carvings to the impressive high crosses that stand as testaments to Ireland's ancient heritage. You'll also have the opportunity to marvel at hidden wall paintings and gain insights into the preservation efforts that have protected this remarkable historical treasure. Plus, discover the lives of the people buried within the church, from the wealthiest merchants to the commoners. This tour offers a comprehensive and educational experience, providing visitors with an unforgettable journey through Kilkenny's medieval past.
What's included
Included
Self Guided Tour
Audio Guided Tour
Unlimited time to browse
Traveller Ratings
4.8
94 reviews
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Medieval Mile Museum Self Guided Audio Tour take?
Medieval Mile Museum Self Guided Audio Tour lasts about 1–3 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Medieval Mile Museum Self Guided Audio Tour cost?
Prices start at $9 per person for this Kilkenny experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Medieval Mile Museum Self Guided Audio Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is At the reception desk. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Medieval Mile Museum Self Guided Audio Tour offered in?
The experience is available in DE, DE, EN, EN, IT, IT, FR, FR, ES, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 150 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible
Reviews(94)
D
Lovely presentation but not much to see
There is no need to book, just turn up. The museum is well set up but very small. Not much to see really. It is interesting but not worth Tue money in my opinion.
N
No medieval or ghosts but cool guides
Excellent audio tour for such a small modern style non medieval building with little in it. Only joy was chatting to guide John who recommended his friend Joe who does ghost tours. Which we did later. Ok tour more history than scary. Great guys though. Thanks John and Joe . Cool guys
T
A good small museum, a good place to start you visit to Kilkenny
An interesting small museum. worth a visit. The self guided tour was well set out, but the descriptions at each stage were a little long winded and could have been mre precise
Operator response
Thank you for visiting out museum, we are happy that you enjoyed your stay with us and thank you for your feedback, we will take this into consideration.
6
Impressive history
A historically captivating experience. It has a lot of work to do to dig up more history but it is an impressive start. The self guided tour was good but we couldnt figure out the number order. We bounced all over. Still impressive. Highly recommend supporting this experience.
Operator response
Thank you very much for your review we are so glad you enjoyed the history of our building.
Q
We Found the "O"!!🍀
Florida Four really enjoyed John he was so passionate and you could see he Loved telling the history before we were even done purchasing our tickets for the self guided tour he had so much information. After we were finished and leaving we met him outside as he may have been coming back from break and he helped our friend find why the "O" was dropped in his name. We will be back again John Thank you. 💚🍀
Operator response
Thank you for this wonderful review, John is delighted. We look forward to seeing you again!
D
Great museum with some fascinating archaeological finds
Excellent museum with some very interesting artifacts. Staff are great and the self guided tour is highly recommended. Archaeological discoveries are fascinating as is the cemetery. Take soon time to talk to staff about other places to see in Kilkenny. Staff will provide you with many suggestions.
Operator response
The staff here at the museum would like to say thank you and this is what makes our jobs so worth while
L
Nice stop on the medieval mile self-guided tour
We are glad we randomly stopped at this museum. John was very knowledgeable and proud of the local history. He provided us a nice city map with the essential stops clearly labeled. Without the map, we would have never seen all the important highlights this beautiful city has to offer. The audio tour was also very helpful.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your lovely review! as a museum we are delighted to share as much information as we can provide about the rich history of Kilkenny!
2
Definite "must-do" in Kilkenny
Excellent, airy space with fascinating artifacts and information. Go outside as well into the graveyard. Staff was very kind. Hate that we missed the guided tours, but happy to have been able to see what we did.
Operator response
We are delighted that you enjoyed your visit and thank you for your lovely review.
O
Do it!
Great museum! John was extremely friendly and helpful. Highly recommend adding this stop to your itinerary as a great way to learn about the medieval mile!
Operator response
Thank you for the great review! we are so glad you enjoyed your visit.
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