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Pack your dancing shoes and explore the real magic of St. Patrick’s Day and Kilkenny Tradfest in Ireland’s Medieval Capital. We invite you to stay at Pembroke Kilkenny and listen, learn and fall in love with the city. Centrally located within … Read more

When you visit Kilkenny, you’re spoiled for choice when it comes to dining. We have a huge variety of restaurants, cafes, delis, shops, bars and kiosks selling what is widely thought of as the best quality of food in the world. Ireland, and … Read more

Valentine’s Weekend in Kilkenny February is the month of love. Valentine’s Day is celebrated on 14th February across the world and couples spoil each other with gifts of flowers, chocolates and heartfelt cards. The celebration originated from a … Read more

Here in Kilkenny, we are a very proud people. We love to shout about our city, our rich cultural and historical heritage and of course our excellent sporting achievements, especially in Hurling. Another thing we are proud of is our beautiful … Read more

After the Christmas rush has died down and all of the leftover turkey has been eaten, January is the perfect time to slow down and focus on yourself. Self-care for some people means taking care of their bodies in the gym or minding their general … Read more

Kilkenny has always been known as a thriving market town and although the wares may have changed, we’re still a great destination for a fun shopping weekend. The city centre is compact so you can easily go from place to place, exploring the … Read more

If you’re heading to one of the oldest and historically significant cities in Ireland, you’ll surely want to take some Instagram-worthy photos to impress friends and family. Luckily a lot of our notable buildings are picture-perfect as well as … Read more

If you’ve only got a day to explore our beautiful county, you’ll have to make it count! We’ve put together a one-day itinerary of the best of Kilkenny, the cuisine, attractions and of course, where to find the famous Craic agus Ceol the Marble … Read more

If you’re considering a trip to the beautiful Pembroke Kilkenny Hotel , you’ll probably be wondering where to go to find the best rate on offer. The answer is always, book direct! Here are some of the benefits of booking directly both for the … Read more

The highlight of Kilkenny’s festival calendar is in full swing! Festival-goers have been enjoying stunning performances and exhibitions in a variety of Kilkenny’s enthralling medieval and modern venues, including the must-see … Read more