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Shenanigans – The Kilkenny City Walk
Kilkenny City, Co. Kilkenny
Family friendly
Cloudy days
Shenanigans - The Kilkenny City Walk is a fun and historical walking tour of Ireland's Medieval Mile. Book in for a unique and entertaining way to discover Kilkenny City.

Embark on a humorous guided tour with Shenanigans - The Kilkenny City Walk, an amusing way to journey across historic Kilkenny City. Fun for all the family, experience a blend of comedy, magic and history and enjoy a jolly jaunt tracing the fascinating medieval mile on this tour.

Meet Nevin Cody, a man of merriment and mischief and your Kilkenny tour guide. Join this professional magician and entertainer who is an expert storyteller and hear insights about this mesmerizing city.

With a city full of cultural heritage as your canvas, discover the secrets and stories of the beautiful Kilkenny Castle, Rothe House and Gardens, St Canice’s Cathedral and Round Tower and the mysterious Kyteler’s Inn (home of the famous Kilkenny Witch).

Why we like it
  • Explore Kilkenny's famous Medieval Mile.
  • Hear fun anecdotes mixed in with a good dollop of humour. 
  • Enjoy the company of an entertaining magician.
  • Pre-book a day full of shenanigans.
Tips from locals

While on this hilarious tour keep a keen ear out for answers to: 'Where did the phrase “The Stinking Rich” originate? How was a 12” needle used to expose witches and why are Kilkenny people called cats?'

Contact details
Outside the mian gates of Kilkenny Castle,The Parade,Co Kilkenny
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