Smithsland Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Kilkenny Castle
After visiting Kilkenny Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kilkenny. While you're here, you can savour the lively bars.
The Hub
There are two distinct sides to Kilkenny that combine to make it one of the best cities to visit in the Republic of Ireland. Recently voted Top Tourism Town by Failte Ireland, the medieval capital of Ireland boasts a rich historical heritage immediately apparent in the very architecture of the Marble City, while it is also a thriving cosmopolitan centre for the arts, for music and design, and host of the popular Cat Laughs Festival every May.
St. Canice's Cathedral
St. Canice's Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Kilkenny, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're here, you can savour the lively bars.
Black Abbey
You can find out about the history of Kilkenny when you stop by Black Abbey. While you're here, you can savour the lively bars.
Rothe House
You can browse the exhibits at Rothe House, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Kilkenny. While you're here, you can savour the lively bars.
St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum during your trip to Kilkenny. While in this walkable area, you can savour the lively bars.
Activities
Kilkenny: St Canice's Cathedral and Round Tower Climb
Kilkenny Walking Tour – Starts close to Kilkenny castle.
Shenanigans Walks - Guided Walking Tour in Kilkenny
Kilkenny walking tour in French: small group
Our pick of the best Smithsland Hotel Deals
The Hoban Hotel Killkenny
"Great hotel, efficient check-in. Food was nice in the restaurant for evening dinner with friendly staff (Elaine). Clean, spacious rooms, no road noise."
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Laragh House
"Nice and spacious room with a good size bed. The breakfast was really good and it had many different options!"
Reviewed on 4 Sept 2019
The Club House Hotel
"We stayed in 1 queen, 1 twin room for 3 in newer wing of building. The room was modern, clean, beds comfortable, and we enjoyed the room coffee. excellent location in town! we parked in hotels free car park and walked for duration of our visit. would stay again!"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel
"Convenient parking across the street. Great location. Beautiful room & we slept great. Breakfast was amazing"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Hotel Kilkenny
"Beautiful stay, gorgeous site. Rooms were wonderful and we enjoyed our stay!"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Pembroke Hotel
"We were greeted in front of the property by Sara, coming off her break, who went above and beyond by helping us park in a tight spot. Every staff member treated us like family."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Smithsland
Maidenhill
Though Maidenhill may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Butler House and St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum.
Deansground
While there might not be top attractions in Deansground, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Butler House and St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum.
Walkinslough
While there might not be top attractions in Walkinslough, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Butler House and St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum.
Kilkenny City Centre
Kilkenny City Centre is known for its lively bars, and you can plan a trip to Rothe House and Smithwick's Brewery Tour while you're in town.
Newpark
Though Newpark may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Nowlan Park and Smithwick's Brewery Tour.
Lyrath
While there might not be top attractions in Lyrath, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Hub and The Watershed.
