Kilkenny Revolutionary Walking Tour
- 1h 30m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Dive into Ireland's fight for freedom with Davy Holden, Ireland's most popular historian with over 800,000 followers on social media. This tour begins at Saint Canice's Cathedral and journeys through Kilkenny, where you'll explore pivotal locations connected to Ireland's struggle for independence. Discover how the Irish revolution began and learn about key moments from the Irish-American Fenians, to the 1916 Easter Rising and the Irish War of Independence (the Black and Tan War). Perfect for history buffs, first-time visitors, or those tracing their Irish heritage. - Guided tour led by Davy Holden, renowned historian and TV personality from PBS and RTÉ. Davy has travelled all over the USA, bringing Irish history to the masses - Visit historical sites in Kilkenny linked to Ireland’s fight for freedom - Engaging narrative that connects local stories to broader revolutionary themes - Ideal for visitors of all backgrounds, from history enthusiasts to those exploring their roots
Inclusions
What's included
- Guided Tour
Itinerary
We will start our journey here and discuss how the Irish revolution began
Here we will discuss the 1916 Easter Rising and the Irish War of Independence. We will also see some famous buildings linked to the Irish revolution.
We will discuss Home Rule and the lead up to WWI and the Easter Rising of 1916
We will discuss WWI and the Easter Rising of 1916
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Meet at the entrance gate of Saint Canice's Cathedral
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 30 travellers
- Operated by
- Kilkenny Revolutionary Walking Tour
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Kilkenny
- Its from-price is 36% below the median of the 37 experiences we list in Kilkenny.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Kilkenny
Kilkenny is a medieval city on the River Nore in south-east Ireland, with a Norman castle, a round tower and narrow lanes called slips.
Kilkenny grew along a ridge above the River Nore, and the Medieval Mile links its Norman castle at one end with St Canice's Cathedral at the other. The castle, rebuilt many times, was the seat of the Butler family for centuries and now has a picture gallery and rose gardens. St Canice's has a medieval round tower that can be climbed for a view of the roofs.
Top-ranked sights in Kilkenny: St. Canice’s Cathedral and Round Tower.
