Top 9 Museums in County Kilkenny, Province of Leinster

April 11, 2022 Margarita Chappel

Discover the best top things to do in County Kilkenny, Ireland including Edmund Rice Heritage Centre, VALERIE WALSHE CONTEMPORARY, Medieval Mile Museum, The Kilkenny Art Gallery, Butler Gallery, Rothe House and Garden, National Design & Craft Gallery, Nore View Folk & Heritage Museum, The Bridge Pottery.
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1. Edmund Rice Heritage Centre

Callan, Kilkenny Ireland 353-056-25141 http://www.edmundrice.ie/westcourt.html
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5.0 based on 9 reviews

Edmund Rice Heritage Centre

2. VALERIE WALSHE CONTEMPORARY

16 Parliament St, Rothe House, Kilkenny R95 P89C Ireland +353 87 784 3015 [email protected] http://www.theblackbirdgallery.ie
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5.0 based on 27 reviews

VALERIE WALSHE CONTEMPORARY

The most complete selection of contemporary paintings prints and original gifts in the country. The gallery has two floors, housed in the beautiful medieval landmark Rothe House. Its new location is perfectly suited to the only commercial gallery in Kilkenny. A gallery whose reputation is based on trust and excellent customer service.

3. Medieval Mile Museum

2 St Marys Lane, Kilkenny Ireland +353 56 781 7022 [email protected] http://www.medievalmilemuseum.ie/
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5.0 based on 624 reviews

Medieval Mile Museum

Located on the 13th century site of St Mary's cruciform church and graveyard. As the starting point of the 'Medieval Mile' trail, it brings to life Kilkenny's history as Ireland's premier medieval city. Displays of Kilkenny's civic treasures and replicas of some of the High Crosses of Ossory illustrate the local Gaelic monastic heritage and the ancient city's historic role in Ireland. There are a number of Guided tours throughout the day, or visitors can purchase an all-day self-guided tour pass. Audio Guides are available in 5 languages (English, German, French, Italian, Spanish). Child friendly versions are also available in each language. June 2018 saw the launch of the LEGO® mini figure Hunt, which sees 10 characters from Kilkenny's history hidden around the museum in the form of LEGO® mini figures! Kids are now introduced to the city's history through LEGO®.School tours, language schools and third level, please see our website for costings and booking information.Last entry 6.00

Reviewed By 946dylanr - New York City, United States

You must visit this museum while in Kilkenny. Our tour guide John was one of the best we’ve ever had in all our travels. Really enjoyed the 1 hour tour. The museum is an old church that they’ve done an absolutely wonderful job preserving and modernizing into an attraction that gives you a great appreciation for Kilkenny City and it’s long and incredible history.

25 Patrick Street, Kilkenny R95 A974 Ireland +353 86 267 9775 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/kilkennygallery/
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4.5 based on 6 reviews

The Kilkenny Art Gallery

Original artwork and prints ; paintings and sculpture by a selection of Ireland's best artists including several who are based in Kilkenny

Evan's Home John's Quay, Kilkenny R95 YX3F Ireland +353 56 776 1106 [email protected] http://www.butlergallery.ie
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Butler Gallery

Butler Gallery is a leading contemporary art gallery and museum with a permanent collection in the South East of Ireland.

6. Rothe House and Garden

Rothe House & Gardens Parliament Street, Kilkenny R95 P89C Ireland +353 56 772 2893 [email protected] http://rothehouse.com/
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Rothe House and Garden

A magnificent 17th century Irish merchant's townhouse & garden in the centre of Kilkenny city, open as a museum, garden, genealogy centre, book and gift shop. We open throughout the year: seven days a week in summer, six in winter. Paying visitors supports the ongoing maintenance works at Rothe House and Gardens.

Reviewed By johnmcguigan61 - Cardiff, United Kingdom

Rothe House is a hidden gem and on the day we visited was bathed in glorious sunshine which added to the garden experience. The site spans three buildings to reflect the growth of the family and the garden was a working garden to support the family over the seasons. The hidden story of Kilkenny's role in the flight of the earls and reformation is brought to life while the garden is hosting many plants and fruits not generally available as a consequence of commercial fruit production. No visit to Killkenny can be complete without a visit to this noble venture.

Castle Yard, Kilkenny Ireland +353 56 779 6147 [email protected] http://www.nationalcraftgallery.ie
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4.0 based on 132 reviews

National Design & Craft Gallery

Reviewed By annalex - Metuchen, United States

Our guide with Collins Day Tours recommended the restaurant above the arts and crafts shop here as the best place in town for a vegetarian lunch, and we wound up discussing this meal for the rest of our trip. The young man behind the counter described the lunch offerings thoroughly and patiently helped us choose an option without cheese. I was with an omnivorous friend, and she also enjoyed the meal. We had the nut loaf, which doesn't necessarily sound appetizing, but it was savory and accompanied by a zesty chili sauce. The salads were creative and healthy, and the hearty brown bread was obviously baked on site. We finished the meal with a slice of pecan coffee cake and a slice of chocolate cake: it's best to get the dessert special with coffee or tea. The wine suggestions are similarly top notch. To enjoy this (slightly) hidden gem, make sure to go upstairs instead of to the small coffee shop upstairs. The poised and well-trained staff will help you choose something if you're unfamiliar with the entrees, and you can go downstairs to pick up some gifts on the way out, before heading to the tour of the castle across the street.

8. Nore View Folk & Heritage Museum

Cannon Hill Danesfort Road, Bennettsbridge, Kilkenny Ireland +353 56 772 7749 http://www.kilkennytourism.ie/nore_view_museum
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

9. The Bridge Pottery

Coalsfarm, Burnchurch Ireland +353 56 772 9156 [email protected] http://www.thebridgepottery.com/contact.html

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