St. Francis Abbey, Kilkenny

Name: St. Francis Abbey
Address: 31 Parliament St, Kilkenny, R95 ETY5, Ireland

#14 among attractions in Kilkenny

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Facts and practical information

St. Francis Abbey, also called Kilkenny Grey Friary, is a medieval Franciscan abbey and National Monument located in Kilkenny City, Ireland. ()

Established: 1231 (793 years ago)Coordinates: 52°39'21"N, 7°15'13"W

Address

31 Parliament StKilkenny R95 ETY5 Ireland

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Day trips

St. Francis Abbey – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kilkenny Castle, St Canice's Cathedral, St Mary's Cathedral, Rothe House.

0.4 miSE
Tours of restored 12th-century fortress
Kilkenny Castle, Kilkenny
11 min walk • Kilkenny Castle stands as a testament to Ireland's medieval grandeur, dominating the skyline of Kilkenny City with its imposing structure. Originally built in 1195 by Norman occupiers, the castle has undergone numerous transformations throughout its storied history...
~890 ftW
Catholic cathedral and 9th-century tower
St Canice's Cathedral, Kilkenny
5 min walk • St Canice's Cathedral, a historical beacon nestled in the medieval city of Kilkenny, Ireland, stands as a testament to the country's rich ecclesiastical heritage. This ancient church, dating back to the 13th century, is a pivotal landmark that has witnessed the...
~1690 ftSW
Stately 19th-century Catholic church
St Mary's Cathedral, Kilkenny
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Kilkenny, Ireland, St Mary's Cathedral stands as an imposing and inspirational beacon of faith and history. This magnificent church, constructed from locally sourced limestone, has dominated the city's skyline since its consecration in 1857.
~640 ftSW
Museum, Historical place, History museum
Rothe House, Kilkenny
4 min walk • Rothe House, a gem nestled in the heart of Kilkenny, Ireland, is a remarkable example of a 16th-century merchant's townhouse. Built between 1594 and 1610, this historic structure offers a unique window into the domestic life of the prosperous Rothe family, who were...
~740 ftS
Museum, Brewery
Smithwick's Experience Kilkenny, Kilkenny
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Kilkenny, Ireland, the Smithwick's Experience Kilkenny offers a journey through time in the world of brewing. This museum, situated in an old Victorian brewing building, brings the story of Smithwick's, Ireland's oldest beer brand, to life with...
~1150 ftSW
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Gothic architecture
Black Abbey, Kilkenny
6 min walk • The Black Abbey of Kilkenny, Ireland, is a Catholic priory of the Dominican Order, dedicated to the Holy and Undivided Trinity. Black Abbey was established in 1225 as one of the first houses of the Dominican Order in Ireland. The history of the Black Abbey is marked by several reversals of fortune under different governments.
0.4 miSE
Forts and castles
Maudlin Castle, Kilkenny
12 min walk • Maudlin Castle is a tower house which formed part of a medieval hospital and National Monument located in Kilkenny, Ireland.
0.4 miSE
Museum, Art gallery, Art museum
Butler Gallery, Kilkenny
11 min walk • Butler Gallery is a contemporary art gallery and museum in Kilkenny, Ireland. It presents a collection of works by Irish and international artists from the 18th century to the present day.
~1460 ftS
City hall
The Tholsel, Kilkenny
8 min walk • The Tholsel on High Street, Kilkenny, Ireland was built in 1761 by Alderman William Colles as place for collecting tolls, but has also been used as a customs house, a courthouse and a guildhall.
~770 ftN
Bridge
Green's Bridge, Kilkenny
4 min walk • Green's Bridge, or Greensbridge, is an elegant, Palladian-style, limestone arch bridge that crosses the river Nore in Kilkenny, Ireland. The bridge is a series of five elliptical arches of high-quality carved limestone masonry with a two-arch culvert to the east.
~1670 ftS
Visitor center, Memorial
Shee Alms House, Kilkenny
9 min walk • Shee Alms House was founded by the Shee family in 1582 'to accommodate twelve poor persons' in the city of Kilkenny, Ireland. It is a nationally significant Tudor period Almshouse.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to St. Francis Abbey?

Nearby attractions include Grace's Old Castle, Kilkenny (4 min walk), Rothe House, Kilkenny (4 min walk), Smithwick's Experience Kilkenny, Kilkenny (4 min walk), Green's Bridge, Kilkenny (4 min walk).

How to get to St. Francis Abbey by public transport?

The nearest stations to St. Francis Abbey:

Bus

Parliament Street • Lines: Kk1, Kk2 (3 min walk)
Market Yard • Lines: 838, Kk1, Kk2 (4 min walk)

Train

Kilkenny MacDonagh (11 min walk)
MacDonagh Railway Station (12 min walk)