The Medieval Mile Museum Guided Tour
- 0.9–1 hour
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
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
Inclusions
What's included
- Guided tour
- Unlimited exploration time
What's not
- Gratuities
Itinerary
A 12th century church and graveyard with monuments and artefacts covering 800 years of history
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
4.9
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Ratings come from 166 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
Showing reviews written in English.
5Proper deadly
Mikayla did us deadly tour. We now most educated in Ireland on medieval.
5Perfect tour for day in Kilkenny
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!
5Brilliant Medieval Mile Museum
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
5Joe filled in where John...
Joe filled in where John (city. Tour) left off. These docents love their city and bring the streets of Kilkenny to life.
5Fascinating introduction to Kilkenny history
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.
5Fantastic walking tour
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!
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Just off High Street, behind the Town Hall.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 20 travellers
- Operated by
- Medieval Mile Museum
- 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
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
How it compares in Kilkenny
- Its from-price is 72% below the median of the 37 experiences we list in Kilkenny.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 7 of 37.
- 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.
