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Original Shenanigans Walking Tour

Kilkenny’s best walking tour. Discover Irelands Medieval Mile over 90 minutes of fun, history, magic, stories and of course Shenanigans.

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Shenanigans Mobile Puzzle Tour

Shenanigans Puzzle Tour is the perfect fun filled interactive way to explore this enchanting medieval city. 

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Welcome to Kilkenny Medieval Mile Tour

Kilkenny city walking tour.

Welcome to the Kilkenny Medieval Mile Tour, where history comes alive with each step you take. Led by our knowledgeable and passionate tour guide, Brian Hogan, this walking tour through the enchanting streets of Kilkenny City will transport you back in time to the medieval era.

Immerse yourself in the grandeur of Kilkenny Castle, a magnificent stronghold that once housed powerful nobles. As we delve deeper into the fascinating past of this city, we visit Kyteler’s Inn, known as the Witches house. Here, you’ll hear tales of enchantment and intrigue surrounding the notorious witch Dame Alice Kyteler.

Our journey continues to the stunning St Canice’s Cathedral, where you’ll marvel at its ancient architecture and hear stories of the saints and scholars who shaped its history. Stand in awe beneath the towering round tower and capture the essence of Irish spirituality.

Throughout the tour, Brian Hogan’s expertise brings the history of Kilkenny to life. With his captivating storytelling and in-depth knowledge, he will unveil the secrets and legends that make Kilkenny such a unique destination. Prepare to be captivated by his passion for sharing the stories of this vibrant city.

Join us on the Kilkenny Medieval Mile Tour for an unforgettable experience. Let us guide you through the winding medieval streets, discover hidden gems, and uncover the rich history that has shaped Kilkenny into the vibrant city it is today. Walk with us, and together, we will uncover the secrets of the past.

Tour Highlights

Kilkenny Castle

• Shee Alms House
• St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum
• The Tholsel
• Butterslip & Saint Kieran’s Street
• Kyteler’s Inn
• Grace’s Old Castle
• Smithwick’s Experience
• Rothe House
• St. Canice’s Cathedral & Round Tower
• The Black Abbey
• St. Mary’s Cathedral

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If you want to discover the very best of Irish ‘craic’ or humour, then take a Shenanigans Walking Tour ! Weave your way though the city streets blending history, magic, turn of phrase origins and of course Shenanigans.  With Ireland’s Medieval Mile cityscape as our canvas, join in as we lift the veil of Kilkenny City and discover the hidden secrets and stories that Kilkenny Castle , Rothe House & Gardens , St Canice’s Cathedral & Round tower, Kyteler’s Inn (home of the famous Kilkenny Witch) and so much more have to offer.

Your guide, Nevin Cody is passionate about his city & welcoming you to Ireland’s Medieval Mile.  Nevin is all about creating an experience full of memories you will treasure for years to come.

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Take a walking tour of Kilkenny with a certified tour guide through the medieval streets. Over the course of two hours, learn about our history, and the interesting characters that lived through it.

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Weclome to Kilkenny

Let me show you the city my family has called home for centuries ., discover the rich history and culture of kilkenny.

Hear the backstory of the marble city, with a tour that provides a nuanced understanding of the city’s past and present. Engage with a knowledgeable guide who can share anecdotes and lesser-known facts, making your travel experience more meaningful. Appreciate a mix of historical insights and local stories to fully immerse yourself in Kilkenny.

Best of Kilkenny, walking tour in English availability

Kilkenny without its people and history, is just a collection of lovely buildings. Early booking essential as each tour is limited to 15.

Our commitment

✅ If you are disappointed, you will get double your money back.

✅ You will enjoy authentic stories told by a guide born and raised in Kilkenny. 

✅ You will hear no questionable stories, as your guide is a qualified tourist guide. 

✅ You can ask questions as the groups are small. 

✅ You can choose how you want to experience Kilkenny, in a scheduled group or your own bespoke private experience.

✅ Great value at €12 per person

✅ Cancel up to an hour before the start time, just in case your plans change. 

Tourist Guide

John britton.

A little bit about me. I was born and raised here in Kilkenny, where I live with my wife, our daughter and our dog. I love everything about my home city, particularly reading about our great history. Tourist guiding allows me to combine this passion with my love of languages, and I give separate tours in French, and German.

My family has lived in Kilkenny for many years, in fact my family worked in Smithwick’s brewery for over one hundred years. My great-great-grandfather was an engine driver, my great-grandfather worked as a stoker, my grandfather was the yard foreman, and my father was a racking plant supervisor.

A professional tourist guide

I graduated with a diploma in International Hotel Management and Business Studies from Shannon College of Hotel Management. I worked in the hospitality industry for many years. My work brought me to Switzerland, France and England.

I took up a summer role at Jerpoint Park, which is where I first started to guide. The following season I worked in Kilkenny castle. In 2019, I established Ormonde Language Tours while studying for a degree in language studies. There are very few experiences in Ireland that offer their services to independent travellers in other languages, and I am making this possible.

Diploma in International Hotel Management and Business Studies from Shannon College of Hotel Management

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Language Studies from the Open University

Professional Certificate in National Tourist Guiding from Kilkenny ETB

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Pat Tynan Kilkenny Walking Tours

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When you visit Medieval Kilkenny your Kilkenny experience should be with a local qualified, experienced and knowledgeable guide and historian and Pat Tynan’s Medieval Walking Tour will give that real Kilkenny experience in a city that has become a Medieval Wonderland!!

Daily Kilkenny Medieval Mile Walking Tours, Private Walking Tours can be arranged at a time to suit clients and group Medieval Walking Tours all year.

                                       All Walking Tours to be pre booked. Bookings can be made on www.                                                       kilkennywalkingtours.ie  or e-mail Pat at  [email protected]  

                                       Monday to Sat 11am and 2pm.  Sunday tours book in advance. 

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Private Tours

Group tours, all group tours can book pat for your personal private tour of medieval kilkenny. pat has 40 years of experience of guiding visitors around medieval kilkenny. pat’s walking tours was voted best historical walking tour in kilkenny 2022 and best specialist walking tour business roi 2022. your tour can be tailored to suit the particular needs of your group..

General Private Walking Tours

If you are visiting Kilkenny, why not let Pat organise your custom walking tour for you to make your experience one not to forget? If your stay is short or long, take the stress out of your visit by wondering...

Student Tours

For international student groups visiting, Kilkenny Walking Tours has vast experience in delivering a professional walking tour service to student groups. Our walking tour can be designed to suit the needs of your student group. The duration of the Walking...

Private Business Tours

If you are in Kilkenny on a business trip, why not take time out to give your work colleagues and partners to explore Medieval Kilkenny? A walking tour can be designed to suit the needs of clients and the duration...

Pat’s Hidden Kilkenny

When you visit Kilkenny, why not let Pat who has 40 years experience of guiding visitors and tap into his knowledge about the Hidden Gems of Medieval Kilkenny including some of the local famous pubs? The remains of the city...

Bespoke Private Tours

Pat will be very happy to create a custom-made Walking Tour just for you. There are so many historical sites to visit in Kilkenny why not let Pat design your tour in the Medieval city for you. The tour would...

About Kilkenny

Kilkenny Walking Tour will bring to life the stories and characters of Kilkenny’s Medieval history which established Kilkenny as one of Ireland’s most successful Medieval Norman inland cities in Ireland.

Meet Your Guide

In 2023 Pat will be celebrating 40 years in guiding visitors around Medieval Kilkenny. Pat has lived through Kilkenny’s Tourism development over the past 40 years.

Testimonials

What people say about us, fantastic walking tour.

Fantastic tour & Pat the guide was extremely knowledgeable. No gimmicks like other tours just lots on interesting stories & bit of banter.

joannemcauley2002 September 2021

Family of 5 weekend walking tour, superb

Pat gave a great presentation of Kilkenny showing us the main landmarks and his knowledge of the city is incredible and detailed. Every place he showed us was historic and interesting to hear about

David K July 2021

Definitely worth doing!

It was just the four of us on our tour and we found it very enjoyable and informative. Pat had a lovely manner and certainly knows his stuff. We would say it is definitely worth doing. Thanks again Pat.

haresally June 2021

Excellent walking tour - don't miss in Kilkenny

Pat Tynan presents his city superbly . He knows every aspect of it and conveys his story in a fresh and interesting fashion. I really enjoyed his tour. Great value

Seamus T August 2020

Pat Tynan and his passion for local history

As part of our research before leaving for our trip of Ireland, we read about the tour that Pat Tynan conducts on Trip Advisor. We walked to the Information Centre from our B&B in pouring rain and as we were a bit late the receptionist kindly contacted Pat on his mobile and we caught up with him at the Town Hall. Pat’s passion for Irish history made the one hour tour very interesting. Well worth the 10 Euro cost.

RSsydney August 2019

Great tour of the Medieval Mile with Pat

This tour leaves from the tourist information office each day at 2pm. The tour guide Pat is a local who clearly cares about his city and knows a great deal about it. The tour is very good with a lot of local information and history. Definitely worth the €10 we paid

HailHail1888 August 2018

Highlight of our trip to Kilkenny

This walking tour with Pat Tynan is excellent. It brings the history of Kilkenny to life. Pat is very knowledgeable but also takes account of the interests and questions of the people on the tour. It’s an authentic experience and you feel like you’ve had a chance to connect with a local who loves the city and its history.

ammdw July 2018

Pat Tynan's Tour

We went on a small group – just us – tour. Pat was extremely knowledgeable and gave a great introduction to the history of Kilkenny.

timliu00 March 2018

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