Embark on an extraordinary journey through the annals of Medieval Ireland with our guided tour of the Medieval Mile Museum. Our knowledgeable guides breathe life into history as they recount the epic tales of Strongbow and Aoife, the 'best knight that ever lived' William Marshall, and Isobel, who shaped the very foundations of Kilkenny City. You'll delve into the city's origins and its cosmopolitan roots, exploring the rise of rich merchants who held sway over its destiny. Gain insights into the starkly contrasting lives of the affluent and the underprivileged, uncovering the stories hidden within the hallowed walls of St. Mary's Church. Discover the pivotal role this church played in the Medieval era, serving as a sacred sanctuary and a testament to the devotion of the people. This guided tour offers an enriching and enlightening experience, making it an indispensable addition for anyone seeking to know the vibrant tapestry of Medieval Kilkenny. A must visit on your Kilkenny visit
A 12th century church and graveyard with monuments and artefacts covering 800 years of history
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
The Medieval Mile Museum Guided Tour lasts about 55 min–1h. The itinerary has 1 stop.
Prices start at $13 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.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Just off High Street, behind the Town Hall. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 20 participants.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Children must be accompanied by an adult
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Excellent tour through Kilkenny and Joe was great at showing us all the historic spots as well as letting us know of future plans for the area and museum. We were the only ones in our group so that helped keep it flowing and able to ask questions about are interest in the history. Would recommend when visiting!
We have visited the Medieval Mile Museum each September since its opening with 4th year BSc honours architectural technology students from SETU Carlow campus . The museum and the guided tour is fantastic . The museum is a world class example of an architectural conservation and adaption project. The guided tours with John and Joe explain Kilkenny’s development and history . I would highly recommend a visit to a beautiful place in a beautiful historic city.. The staff are very helpful and make your visit a pleasure. Mark Duffy SETU
Joe filled in where John (city. Tour) left off. These docents love their city and bring the streets of Kilkenny to life.
Kilkenny has a fascinating history, and this is a great way to get a short intro to it. Just one hour, in a spectacular medieval church/museum, with expertly told stories that weave you into the great history.
This was a wonderful guided tour of the town of Kilkenny. Our guide was a fantastic historian and took us through a 90 minute walk through town. We learned a lot and really enjoyed listening to him. This is well worth the time!
Wow! I think our guides name was ?Grace? She was amazing! Such a wealth of information! And she managed to keep all the stories interesting. We were so glad that we chose the guided tour!!
John was an exceptional guide. Deep knowledge, enjoyable, wonderful stories. He made the history come alive.
I was fortunate to be the only person to show up for my time slot so I got a private tour of the history of Kilkenny. James was a wonderful guide. It was a lovely educational walk around town. A definite must in Kilkenny.
John did our 1.5-hr. tour, and it was spectacular! We learned so much about the medieval past of Kilkenny, as well as good tips about it today. First witch in Europe was burned at the stake there! -And this was just one of John's detailed stories--the town's religious leaders, its merchants, society, the living and the dead--he knows it all: not a boring minute! The Museum itself is full of great artifacts. Don't miss this tour! It made an interesting town fascinating and fun.
We had a great tour of the medieval mile museum. It was a great way to learn about the deep history of Kilkenny, which is still being discovered! The museum is beautiful and the artifacts inside are so fascinating. We showed up late to our tour and were still accommodated with kindness and just as much effort as if we were on time!
We are very proud of our museum and we are delighted you enjoyed your visit with us
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Medieval Mile Museum Guided Tour | 55 min–1h | 4.9 (165) | $13 | |
 Medieval Mile Museum Self Guided Audio Tour | 1–3 hours | 4.8 (94) | $9 | View |
 Walk the Medieval Mile with Pat | 1h 45min | 5.0 (169) | $23 | View |
| Medieval Mile Street Tour | 1h 5min–1h 15min | 4.9 (40) | $21 | View |
 Walking tour of Kilkenny City Medieval Mile. Guided. | 1h 30min | — | $45 | View |
 Private Kilkenny Tour: Medieval History & Local Insights | 2 hours | 4.9 (37) | $116 | View |
 Private Walking Tour in Kilkenny Medieval Heritage | 3 hours | — | $430 | View |