Walk the Medieval Mile, hear the stories of Kilkenny. Quirky tales of medieval life and lives. Witches, merchants, psychopathic bishops and why they grow yew trees in graveyards ! We welcome children on the tour but the stories are of witches, political skulduggery, irish history and murder. So therefore it speaks more to adults than small children. Guide in costume - great for Insta photos !
From the corner of the High Street, we look up to the castle. Hear the history of early Kilkenny.
Old town hall, with clock above.
Shee Alms House (the Tourist Office was previously here, but it has now moved to High Street). The Alms House was a charitable institution in the Tudor period.
14th century pub ... where you can still enjoy a meal & a pint. Home of the notorious witch of Kilkenny .... Alice Kyteler.
Tudor merchants house, fully restored.
800 year old cathedral, with climbable round tower. One of only two towers you can climb in Ireland.
Hear the story of the monks who started the oldest brewery in Ireland.
Hear the stories of highwaymen and rebels. The prison and execution point for centuries in Kilkenny. Shackled & heading for transportation or execution, they have all passed through here.
End in the graveyard where the great and powerful are buried. Soldiers, crooked politicians and the devout - rest side by side. St Mary's church is now the Medieval Mile Museum ... entry not included, but highly recommended.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Walk the Medieval Mile with Pat lasts about 1h 45min. The itinerary has 9 stops.
Prices start at $23 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 We used to meet at the tholsel (town hall) but it's being renovated. So we will meet beside it in front of Cafe Nero. There are benches in front of the cafe. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Pat was very informative, we learned so much about the history of Kilkenny. We were dead tired from our overnight flight in, but Pat kept us moving and gave us a great perspective! Also, he’s pretty well known about town- it’s clear he’s a well liked guy!
We had an absolutely wonderful experience walking the Medieval Mile with Pat. He was incredibly enthusiastic and knowledgeable, telling the story of Kilkenny's rise through the years with great detail and funny delivery. This tour is a MUST when visiting Kilkenny and was the highlight of our stay!
Extraordinary, fun and interesting time. Pat is a consummate showman and historian who puts you in the shoes of Kilkenny townspeople of old with colorful enthralling stories and illustrations. You will learn about the town, the people, the politics, Ireland’s role on the world stage through a most entertaining dialog while seeing the incredible one-of-a-kind sites of Kilkenny, some of which would be easily passed by if not for his pointing them out.
Pat is extremely knowledgeable. He is also amazing at telling stories. He really makes history come to life. He was also extremely patient. We are a family ranging from 9 to almost 90 years old. He was very accommodating to all age ranges. We really appreciated and enjoyed the walk and would highly recommend him!
Had a wonderful afternoon listening to Pat tell us all the medieval “gossip” about the merchant families living in Kilkenny. Pat has an excellent story telling style that brings the history to life. Absolutely a must for anyone interested in history and a great story.
Our family of 6 (2 adolescents, 2 adults, and 2 grandparents) ended up being the only ones on the tour, so it was like a private tour. Pat is an engaging storyteller who masterfully brings you back through medieval lore and drama, better than any soap opera I’ve watched. Our kids said it was the highlight of their trip so far and we all walked away with new appreciation for Kilkenny. Excellent value and highly recommend if you have a couple hours of spare.
Great bit of history told by stories with a theatrical flair. Pat was very interesting and told the tale of the town with personal touches. We very much enjoyed our tour.
Great tour! Pat is knowledgeable and fun. He brings history to life, ties in present day to the past, and has a theatrical flare that takes this walking tour to a uniquely professional level. Great comedic timing, a depth of knowledge that was appreciated by all, and he has an obvious passion for Kilkenny's history. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
What a great way to give a tour. Pat truly gives a theatrical storyline to this historic town. . From ages 6 to 80, everyone will enjoy!
Patrick was simply sensational. Our walking tour ended up being just me, my son and Patrick, but he didn’t skimp on anything and kept up his energy and performance for the whole time. He even went a little overtime without any concern. Worth every cent.
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walk the Medieval Mile with Pat | 1h 45min | 5.0 (169) | $23 | |
 The Medieval Mile Museum Guided Tour | 55 min–1h | 4.9 (165) | $13 | View |
 Medieval Mile Museum Self Guided Audio Tour | 1–3 hours | 4.8 (94) | $9 | 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 |
 Shenanigans Walks - Guided Walking Tour in Kilkenny | 1h 30min | 5.0 (526) | $35 | View |
 Private Kilkenny Tour: Medieval History & Local Insights | 2 hours | 4.9 (37) | $116 | View |