Our boats carry 12 passengers each. This allows for small intimate tailored tours. For group booking larger than 12 people, they will be seperated into two boats. Be sure to bring your camera as there are some fantastic views of the Castle and other sights of kilkenny. See the city as both invaders and settlers did, from the river. Our guides cater each trip individually depending on your knowledge of kilkenny history and that of the river Nore, including it's wildlife. This trip will leave you feeling relaxed and having a little more knowledge of the city's colourful characters and past.
Kilkenny Boat Trip
- Lifejackets
- Stroller Accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Travellers easily arrive and depart on public transport
- Infants required to sit on laps
Cancellation Cutoff: 1 days
Cancellation Notes: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
All infants must wear a lifejacket. (Legal requirement)
A ticket must be booked all infants & those under 1 year old. (Licencing requirement)
Upon boarding, all passengers will need to sign our Terms & Conditions of participation.
BoatTrips.ie offers guided boat trips on Ireland’s rivers and canals, operating across Kilkenny, Carlow, Laois, and Kildare. Recognized for quality with a 4.9/5 rating from 346 Google reviews and featured on RTE Nationwide, BoatTrips.ie provides award-winning experiences on canal journeys and city river tours. Guests can book or learn more at boattrips.ie, with options spanning Kilkenny city tours and multi-county river itineraries. The tours showcase Ireland’s scenic waterways, historic lock systems, and charming towns, delivering engaging narration and safe, comfortable vessels. Follow on Facebook and Instagram for updates and special offers.
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Trip difficulty: Easy