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 Grace's Castle or Smithwick's Brewery Tour.

Kilkenny City Centre
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Newpark

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

Newpark
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Lyrath

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lyrath and surrounding area, you can visit The Hub and Nowlan Park.

Lyrath
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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 Butler House and St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum.

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 St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum.

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 Butler House and St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum.

Smithsland
Kilford Arms Hotel
Kilford Arms Hotel
3 out of 5
John Street, Kilkenny, Kilkenny
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 307 per night from Feb 13 to Feb 14
SAR 307
SAR 348 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Feb - 14 Feb
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kilkenny. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 bars/lounges, and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (600 reviews)
"Lovely hotel steaped in History. Staff were very friendly and helpful . Excellent breakfast"

Reviewed on 28 January 2025

Kilford Arms Hotel
Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel
Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel
4 out of 5
1 Ormonde Street, Kilkenny, County Kilkenny
The price is SAR 375 per night from Feb 26 to Feb 27
SAR 375
SAR 426 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kilkenny. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (636 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 29 January 2025

Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel
Hotel Kilkenny
Hotel Kilkenny
4 out of 5
College Road, Kilkenny, Kilkenny
The price is SAR 514 per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
SAR 514
SAR 583 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
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! (996 reviews)
"We would be happy to stay at Hotel Kilkenny again! Comfortable, spacious room with a balcony and amazing bathroom and shower."

Reviewed on 19 January 2025

Hotel Kilkenny
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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 ...
Mattys Pub & Apartments
Peaceful coastal cottage in the sunny south east
Peaceful coastal cottage in the sunny south east
Annestown
Stay at this cottage in Annestown. Enjoy a garden. Popular attractions Annestown Beach and Copper Coast Geopark are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (65 reviews)
A peaceful coastal retreat
"This cottage in Annestown was a lovely place to stay. Quiet, peaceful and a short drive from Tramore and Waterford. A short walk to the beach and to Dunhill Castle. Would highly recommend and stay again!"

Reviewed on 12 October 2024

Peaceful coastal cottage in the sunny south east
Ballybur lodge Mews 2
Ballybur lodge Mews 2
County Kilkenny
Stay at this apartment in Cuffesgrange. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Kells Priory and Kilkenny Golf Club are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
Home away from home
"This was our second stay at the Mews because we loved it so much the first time. It is the perfect, cozy refuge to enjoy the beautiful sights of Kilkenny. Mel is a wonderful hostess and was very prompt to respond to our questions and needs. A++"

Reviewed on 23 October 2024

Ballybur lodge Mews 2
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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
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 top-notch restaurants.

House of Waterford Crystal
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 lively bars.

Hook Lighthouse
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
Irish National Heritage Park showing a small town or village and heritage elements

Irish National Heritage Park

4/5(9 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Irish National Heritage Park during your travels in Wexford. Stroll along the waterfront in this family-friendly area, or check out its lively bars.

Irish National Heritage Park