Recommended Day Trips
Here are some of the highlights from the activities available near our self catering cottages in Kilkenny. Activities which are free are marked with a J
When the Sun is Shining
Castle Morres Walks. J
Woodstock Gardens, Inistioge.
In the summer months – Kilfane Glen and Gardens (no pets allowed).
Waterford and Wexford Coast Beaches. We particularly like – Duncannon, Annestown and Ardmore. Tramore gets very, very busy on a good day. J
One of the signposted drives which we describe in the holiday folder in each cottage (bring a picnic). J
Mahon Falls in the Comeragh Mountains. Beautiful scenery and views. J
A Kilkenny walking tour.
The Dunbrody Famine Ship.
Visit the Rock of Cashel. J
Climb Sliabh na Mon. J
Things to do if it Rains
Bowling in Kilkenny City.
The Watershed in Kilkenny city for a swim or SplashWorld in Waterford.
Dunmore Caves.
A tour of Kilkenny Castle.
Castlecomer Discovery Park.
Waterford Crystal visitors centre.
Borrow some DVDs, we have a small collection which you are welcome to borrow. J
Shopping at McDonagh Junction, Kilkenny, Kildare Village Outlets & Dove Hill Irish Design Centre, Carrick on Suir.
Visit Jerpoint Glass. J
Nicholas Mosse Pottery, Bennettsbridge. J
Visit the Cinema in Kilkenny, Cineplex ph. 0818 221 122.
Nore View Folk and Heritage Museum.
Borrow some Board Games – we have a selection to choose from.J