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Top Things to Do in South East Ireland
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Kilkenny: Shenanigans Walking Tour with Stories & MagicYou’ll walk Kilkenny’s winding streets with a lively local guide, hearing wild stories about witches and knights while catching glimpses of medieval life. Expect clever magic tricks, spontaneous laughter, and plenty of chances to ask questions or just soak in the atmosphere—this isn’t your usual guided walk.
Kilkenny Haunted Dark Tour: Medieval Mile & Witch TrialsYou walk eight stops through Kilkenny's Medieval Mile starting at the castle, hearing documented stories of witch trials, sieges, curses and crimes from a local guide who knows the city's darker history. The tour takes about 90 minutes, covers roughly a mile on uneven ground, and ends with a real understanding of why this medieval city still feels haunted. Book the 7pm departure if you want to experience the streets as they actually feel after dark.Is it for me?This works well if you want Kilkenny's real medieval history without the daytime tourist crowds, and if you're comfortable walking on cobblestones in the evening — the darkness is what makes the stories land.
Kilkenny: Hurling Experience & Dressing Room IntroductionYou spend time in a team dressing room learning hurling's history and rules, then move to the field to practice ground strikes, hand passes, and shots at goal under your guide's instruction. All equipment — sticks, helmets, balls — is provided, and the session works for any fitness level and any age (children need an adult with them). Parking and toilets are on-site, and the experience runs rain or shine.Is it for me?Right for anyone curious about Irish culture who wants to do something rather than just watch it — the dressing room start and field practice mean you leave having actually played the sport, not observed it. Plan for a session that works in any weather, so bring a jacket.
Waterford: Viking Triangle Walking Tour & Bishop’s PalaceYou’ll wander Waterford’s Viking Triangle with a local guide who brings history to life through small moments: touching a Viking longboat, stepping inside the Bishop’s Palace, pausing in a silent cathedral if it’s open. Expect laughter, stories you’ll remember, and glimpses of daily life layered over centuries-old streets.
Kilkenny: Medieval Mile Museum Guided Tour & St. Mary's ChurchYou walk through St. Mary's Church with a guide who connects 800 years of Kilkenny history — from Strongbow to the merchants who built the city — without rushing you. Small groups keep it intimate, unlimited time lets you linger on what interests you, and the medieval stories of power, faith, and daily life come alive in the actual space where they unfolded. Wheelchair accessible, and you're done whenever you're ready to leave.Is it for me?Right for anyone spending time in Kilkenny who wants the medieval history explained by someone who knows it, without the pressure of a timed tour. The unlimited exploration time means you're not rushed through eight centuries — you move at the pace that lets the stories actually land.
Waterford: Irish Wake Museum Guided Tour in Historic AlmshouseYou’ll step through Waterford’s oldest almshouse with an expert guide who shares real stories behind Ireland’s wake rituals—some somber, others surprisingly warm or funny. Expect sensory details: candle wax scent, textured stone walls, and local voices echoing through centuries-old rooms. It might make you laugh or pause quietly—and you’ll leave seeing Irish traditions differently.
Kilkenny: Medieval Mile Museum Audio Tour & Self-Guided WalkYou’ll walk through centuries-old stone halls with an easy-to-use audio guide, hear stories of medieval Kilkenny’s merchants and townsfolk, and wander a graveyard filled with unique carvings. Take your time exploring preserved wall paintings and artifacts—no rush—then leave with a sense of connection to lives long gone.
Kilkenny: Hurling Experience with Local Guide & Pub VisitYou’ll step into Kilkenny’s Freshford village for a real hurling experience: learn from a local guide inside Kavanaghs Bar, try your skills on the green with all gear provided, then unwind over drinks in an authentic Irish pub setting. Expect laughter, new skills (or bruises), and that warm sense of being welcomed into something truly Irish.
Private Chauffeur Transfer Dungarvan to Dublin Airport or CityYou get picked up right at your door in Dungarvan and travel straight to Dublin city or airport in total comfort. No stress about traffic or parking—just sit back, enjoy WiFi and water on board, and let a licensed local driver handle everything.
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