Lyrath Travel Guide
Kilkenny

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
Enjoy a performance at The Hub, a popular theatre in Kilkenny. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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.

St. John the Evangelist Church
St. John the Evangelist Church 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.

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.
Top hotels in Lyrath

Lyrath Estate Hotel Spa & Convention Centre
Very relaxing and peaceful location
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026

Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel
Great location. Within walking distance to Kilkenny Castle, shopping, and dining. Parking was easy to access. Breakfast was good with several Irish Breakfast options to choose from.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

The Club House Hotel
The hotel was awesome. The people were friendly just needs a little bit of updating. I know it had the charm of the old look, but it is dated and could use some repairs.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

Pembroke Hotel
Problem getting checked in until 4:30 and had to ask for management.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

Hotel Kilkenny
Breakfast excellent
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026

Kilford Arms Hotel
It was a bit pricy for what you get. Location was good.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lyrath

Newpark
Though Newpark may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like The National Reptile Zoo and Smithwick's Brewery Tour.

Deansground
While there might not be top attractions in Deansground, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Butler House and Smithwick's Brewery Tour.

Smithsland
Though Smithsland may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Butler House and Kilkenny Golf Club.

Kilkenny City Centre
Kilkenny City Centre is known for its lively bars, and you can plan a trip to Smithwick's Brewery Tour and Black Abbey while you're in town.

Walkinslough
While there might not be top attractions in Walkinslough, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Butler House and Black Abbey.

Maidenhill
Though Maidenhill may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Butler House and Black Abbey.
