Southeast Ireland

Travel Guide

Irish Agricultural Museum showing heritage elements, a castle and a fountain
Hook Lighthouse showing heritage elements and interior views
New Ross featuring a small town or village, street scenes and heritage architecture
New Ross which includes interior views
Ireland which includes a lighthouse and heritage architecture

Southeast Ireland Travel Guide Video

Where to stay in Southeast Ireland

Kilkenny City Centre which includes a river or creek, a bridge and a small town or village

Kilkenny City Centre

5/5(135 area reviews)

Kilkenny City Centre is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Smithwick's Brewery Tour or St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum.

Kilkenny City Centre
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Newpark

When in Newpark, you can plan a visit to Nowlan Park and Smithwick's Brewery Tour, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Newpark
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Walkinslough

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Walkinslough and surrounding area, you can visit Kilkenny Golf Club and Butler House.

Walkinslough
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Deansground

While Deansground might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Butler House and Kilkenny Golf Club.

Deansground
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Smithsland

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

Smithsland
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Talbotsinch

While Talbotsinch isn't home to many top sights, St. Canice's Cathedral and Black Abbey are some notable places to visit nearby.

Talbotsinch
Waterford Marina Hotel
Waterford Marina Hotel
4 out of 5
Canada Street, Waterford, Waterford
The price is SAR 427 per night from Apr 9 to Apr 10
SAR 427
SAR 485 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Waterford. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"This place was perfect. Beds were comfy! Staff was amazing. The restaurant and bar was cozy and well managed! Walking distance to Viking triangle, Waterford Crystal and many other eateries and shops."

Reviewed on 2 March 2025

Waterford Marina Hotel
Hotel Kilkenny
Hotel Kilkenny
4 out of 5
College Road, Kilkenny, Kilkenny
The price is SAR 535 per night from Mar 24 to Mar 25
SAR 535
SAR 608 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Kilkenny. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"It’s a decent stay for the price. The property is starting to show its age and the health club was out of commission during my stay. Included breakfast is good, not exceptional. It’s a short walk to the city center and all the great restaurants and pubs so not bad overall."

Reviewed on 6 March 2025

Hotel Kilkenny
Mount Juliet Estate, Autograph Collection
Mount Juliet Estate, Autograph Collection
5 out of 5
Mount Juliet, Thomastown, Kilkenny
The price is SAR 741 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
SAR 741
SAR 841 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Thomastown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (404 reviews)
Great
"Great place"

Reviewed on 7 March 2025

Mount Juliet Estate, Autograph Collection
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Mattys Pub & Apartments
Mattys Pub & Apartments
3 out of 5
Royal oak, bagenalstown, Muine Bheag, Carlow
Stay at this 3-star spa apartment in Muine Bheag. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Royal Oak Distillery and Ballyloughan ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Great place to stay in SE Ireland.
"Great place to stay. Great location. Shop and pub on your doorstep. Takeaway food in Bagnelstown."

Reviewed on 13 February 2025

Mattys Pub & Apartments
The Forest at Mount Congreve Gardens
The Forest at Mount Congreve Gardens
3.5 out of 5
Kilmeaden, Waterford, Waterford
Stay at this 3.5-star cabin in Waterford. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Mount Congreve Gardens and Waterford ...
The Forest at Mount Congreve Gardens
Country home with a view of green fields
Country home with a view of green fields
New Ross
Stay at this cottage in New Ross. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Dunbrody Emigrant Ship and St Mary's Abbey are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)
Cozy!
"Property was great and a perfect fit to end a day exploring the south of Ireland."

Reviewed on 20 November 2024

Country home with a view of green fields
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Popular places to visit

Kilkenny Castle which includes flowers, a river or creek and a small town or village

Kilkenny Castle

4.5/5(116 reviews)

After visiting Kilkenny Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kilkenny. While you're here, you can savor the lively bars.

Kilkenny Castle
Waterford Crystal Factory

Waterford Crystal Factory

5/5(3 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Waterford Crystal Factory during your trip to Waterford. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its lively bars.

Waterford Crystal Factory
Mount Congreve Gardens featuring a garden

Mount Congreve Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Mount Congreve Gardens, a lovely green space in Waterford. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Mount Congreve Gardens
Hook Lighthouse showing a lighthouse

Hook Lighthouse

4.5/5(15 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Slade with a visit to Hook Lighthouse. Stroll along the riverfront in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Hook Lighthouse
Getting a peek at the unfinished Waterford Crystal helmet of the Super Bowl Champions, the New England Patriots.

House of Waterford Crystal

4.5/5(86 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at House of Waterford Crystal during your visit to Viking Triangle. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its lively bars.

House of Waterford Crystal
Well, we picked the wrong day to visit. Closed. Maybe next time!!

Lismore Castle

5/5(4 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Lismore with a trip to Lismore Castle. Amble around the area's forest or experience its art scene.

Lismore Castle