Grace's Old Castle, Kilkenny

#14 among attractions in Kilkenny

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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. ()

Coordinates: 52°39'15"N, 7°15'13"W

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Kilkenny Ireland

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Grace's Old Castle – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

~1710 ftSE
Tours of restored 12th-century fortress
Kilkenny Castle, Kilkenny
9 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...
~1230 ftNW
Catholic cathedral and 9th-century tower
St Canice's Cathedral, Kilkenny
6 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...
~1230 ftSW
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.
~260 ftW
Museum, Historical place, History museum
Rothe House, Kilkenny
2 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...
~160 ftSW
Museum, Brewery
Smithwick's Experience Kilkenny, Kilkenny
1 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...
~900 ftW
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Gothic architecture
Black Abbey, Kilkenny
5 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 miE
Forts and castles
Maudlin Castle, Kilkenny
10 min walk • Maudlin Castle is a tower house which formed part of a medieval hospital and National Monument located in Kilkenny, Ireland.
~1670 ftSE
Museum, Art gallery, Art museum
Butler Gallery, Kilkenny
9 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.
~850 ftS
City hall
The Tholsel, Kilkenny
5 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.
~1390 ftN
Bridge
Green's Bridge, Kilkenny
7 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.
~1090 ftSE
Visitor center, Memorial
Shee Alms House, Kilkenny
6 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 Grace's Old Castle?

Nearby attractions include Smithwick's Experience Kilkenny, Kilkenny (1 min walk), Rothe House, Kilkenny (2 min walk), Watergate Theatre, Kilkenny (3 min walk), Lady Desart Bridge, Kilkenny (3 min walk).

How to get to Grace's Old Castle by public transport?

The nearest stations to Grace's Old Castle:

Bus

Market Yard • Lines: 838, Kk1, Kk2 (2 min walk)
Parliament Street • Lines: Kk1, Kk2 (2 min walk)

Train

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