Museums in County Kilkenny
Kilkenny Castle, the Medieval Mile Museum and Rothe House in Kilkenny, and Dunmore Cave with its visitor centre.
County Kilkenny Museum Guide
Our guide lists 6 museums in County Kilkenny across 3 towns and cities. You’ll find the widest choice in Kilkenny (4), Ballyfoyle (1), and Thomastown (1).
Broken down by focus, the largest shares go to History & Cultural History (50%), Art & Design (17%), and Natural History (17%) – 4 of our 12 categories are represented.
1 museum is free to visit. For the others with a published price, a regular adult ticket costs €8 at the median, and the middle half charge between €5 and €8.
3 museums are fully wheelchair accessible, 5 offer dedicated programs for families, and 1 has a café or restaurant. These figures come from our ongoing research – museums whose details we haven’t verified yet aren’t included in the counts.
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Frequently asked questions
How many museums are there in County Kilkenny?
Our directory currently lists 6 museums in County Kilkenny across 3 towns and cities.
What are the best-known museums in County Kilkenny?
Some of the best known are Kilkenny Castle, Rothe House & Garden, Medieval Mile Museum, Butler Gallery, and Dunmore Cave.
Which museums in County Kilkenny offer free admission?
1 museum is free to visit – for example Butler Gallery.
Which museums in County Kilkenny are open on Mondays?
Many museums are closed on Mondays, but according to their regular hours 4 are open, such as Kilkenny Castle, Medieval Mile Museum, and Dunmore Cave.
Which museums in County Kilkenny are wheelchair accessible?
3 museums are fully wheelchair accessible, including Medieval Mile Museum, Butler Gallery, and Jerpoint Abbey. Others are partially accessible – you’ll find the details on each museum’s page.
How much does it cost to visit museums in County Kilkenny?
A regular adult ticket costs €8 at the median, with prices ranging from €5 to €8.50. Children, students and families usually pay less.
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