Shenanigans Walks: Enthralling Kilkenny Guided Walking Tour with Compelling History and Magic

Embark on an enthralling guided walking tour of Kilkenny with Shenanigans Walks. Discover the city’s compelling history, magical effects, and plenty of shenanigans. Join us for a fun-filled adventure!

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Kilkenny Castle - Stories, fun, history
  • Smithwick’s Experience - Hear about history of Smithwick’s, magic of beer, Monks,
  • The Tholsel, Kilkenny - Medieval Markets, turns of phrase used to this day
  • Tourist Information Office (Shee Alms House) - Medieval Alms house, history, stories, physic powers
  • Rothe House & Garden - The stories, history
  • Kyteler’s Inn - Hear about Kilkenny’s witch, the life and test a member of group to see if they are a witch lol all of course just good fun and brings the stories to life.
  • Black Abbey - Stories, Protectors of the City gates, Medieval Tombs, city walk and gates
What's Included
  • Experienced guides
Additional Information

Shenanigans Walks offers a unique take on conventional tours, providing excursions through Kilkenny’s Medieval Mile led by knowledgeable, animated local guides. The charm of Shenanigans lies in a captivating mix of history, intriguing tales, fascinating fun facts, enhanced by a dash of magical effects that bring everything to life and rounded off with ample Shenanigans. Follow a path through the enchanting narrow city streets where you’ll uncover the hidden past and narratives of the city’s stunning landmarks, The Normans, Merchants and track the journey of renowned figures like ‘The Greatest Knight’, William Marshal, and Kilkenny’s notorious witch, Alice Kyteler. Shenanigans Walks is the ultimate way to explore Kilkenny.

Regardless of age, come join us for 90 minutes of fun-filled adventure on Shenanigans Walks.
We’re more than just a Guided tour, we’re a MIS-Guided tour.

Come see for yourself, it’s a MAGICAL experience…..

  • A level of fitness to walk for 90 minutes to 2 hours at an easy pace required
Location
The Parade
We meet under the arch of the main gate of Kilkenny castle which is between the two stone round towers facing onto the street.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Carolynt267
Aug 31, 2024
A Must Do!! - This was so much fun! We learned about the city, saw cool places and were very entertained. Highly recommend!! Our guide was wonderful.
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Briannn786bp
Aug 30, 2024
Atale of two Cats - I am a Corkman and we do not like the Cats, so compliments dont come easy. This however is an absolutely top class tour. Tours can be a bit tedious. Nevin however, has done his homework well in that every detail is researched and delivered in an interesting and humorous way. Kilkenny has an amazing history and unique culture. Well worth it.
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Depoh99
Aug 30, 2024
Informational & Energetic experience - Absolutely Marvelous tour. My husband and I came to town for part of our honeymoon and couldn't be happier with the energy this tour brought to the day. We got to learn some significant history and have a grand time with the group while sightseeing. Definitely book the tour if you're visiting Kilkenny!
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U4607sytraceyr
Aug 29, 2024
City tour - We all had a great time and learned so much! Doing this tour really enhanced our trip to Kilkenny… and our vocabulary! Thank you!
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_coyote1974_
Aug 27, 2024
Interesting and entertaining - The tour was also absolutely interesting and entertaining for non-native speakers! Highly recommended for a short stay in Kilkenny. Thank you, Nevin!
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Julie
Aug 24, 2024
Book it you won’t regret it. - We had a great time with Nevin. He was very knowledgeable and funny. The time was up too soon. He had a lot of history we would have never know if we had not taken his tour. Great tour
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Patricia_u
Aug 24, 2024
Fabulous walking tour of Kilkenny - History and language! Nevin has copious knowledge of Kilkenny and Eire at a scholarly level but keeps it light and engaging! He even throws in a few magic tricks!! Recommend!! Great experience!!
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Gogirlmichigan
Aug 21, 2024
Both Interesting and Fun - This was not only interesting but great fun. We were 12 with 6 children and they were entertained the whole time. We enjoyed the magic tricks and learned a Lot!
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Joh1540ao
Aug 21, 2024
Staff Day Out with Shenanigan's Walking Tour - We had a staff day out in Kilkenny and the Shenanigan's walking tour was fantastic - a brilliant mix of history and entertainment. The magic tricks were a real bonus. Everyone enjoyed it! I'd highly recommend it as a team building event.
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Greenfoot21
Aug 18, 2024
Shenanigans walking tour - Enjoyed tour Nevan very friendly very interesting listening to history of Kilkenny with a mix of magic thrown in. Great way to get to know key landmarks of the town
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