The Tholsel, Kilkenny

Name: The Tholsel
Address: High St, Kilkenny, Ireland

#10 among attractions in Kilkenny

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Facts and practical information

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. It is used today as the city hall, and this is the name by which many local people know the building. ()

Coordinates: 52°39'7"N, 7°15'11"W

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High StKilkenny Ireland

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Day trips

The Tholsel – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

~1010 ftSE
Tours of restored 12th-century fortress
Kilkenny Castle, Kilkenny
5 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...
0.4 miNW
Catholic cathedral and 9th-century tower
St Canice's Cathedral, Kilkenny
10 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...
~1160 ftW
Stately 19th-century Catholic church
St Mary's Cathedral, Kilkenny
6 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.
~970 ftNW
Museum, Historical place, History museum
Rothe House, Kilkenny
5 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...
~780 ftN
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...
~1310 ftNW
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Gothic architecture
Black Abbey, Kilkenny
7 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.
~1840 ftE
Forts and castles
Maudlin Castle, Kilkenny
9 min walk • Maudlin Castle is a tower house which formed part of a medieval hospital and National Monument located in Kilkenny, Ireland.
~1000 ftSE
Museum, Art gallery, Art museum
Butler Gallery, Kilkenny
5 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.
~340 ftSE
Visitor center, Memorial
Shee Alms House, Kilkenny
2 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.
~850 ftN
Forts and castles
Grace's Old Castle, Kilkenny
5 min walk • Grace's Old Castle is a historic castle building in the centre of Kilkenny which has been extended to create the city’s modern courthouse structure. It houses one of the oldest courthouses in the country.
~1570 ftNE
Church
Church of Saint John the Evangelist, Kilkenny
8 min walk • The Church of Saint John the Evangelist, or John's Church, is a Gothic Revival style church in Kilkenny, Ireland. The Church was designed by William Hague and built from 1903 to 1908 on the site of an earlier church located in the graveyard. The grounds contain a trees and greenery.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to The Tholsel?

Nearby attractions include Medieval Mile Museum, Kilkenny (1 min walk), Shee Alms House, Kilkenny (2 min walk), Capuchin Friary, Kilkenny (3 min walk), Rose Garden, Kilkenny (4 min walk).

How to get to The Tholsel by public transport?

The nearest stations to The Tholsel:

Bus

Market Yard • Lines: 838, Kk1, Kk2 (5 min walk)
Parliament Street • Lines: Kk1, Kk2 (6 min walk)

Train

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