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Evening

Golden Hour at Kyteler's

Start at the city's oldest pub to catch the last warm light of the day, then wander into the evening with dinner and a drink.

Best time: 15 JanAbout 180 min

Timeline

  1. 15:58

    Kyteler's Inn

    Arrive at Kyteler's Inn. With parts of the building dating to the 13th or 14th century, it is a perfect spot to settle in before the evening rush. Order a drink and watch the light fade over the medieval center.

  2. 17:13

    The Grapevine

    Walk four minutes to The Grapevine for tapas and wine. It serves world beers and hosts live music most weekends, making it a lively choice to transition from the quiet history of the inn to the evening's energy.

  3. 18:13

    The Pumphouse

    Move four minutes down the road to The Pumphouse. It is a great pub for a quiet drink during the week, though it can get busy on weekends. If you prefer to watch live sport, this is the place to be.

Local tip

The Grapevine is open until 22:00 on weekdays, so time your tapas order accordingly. The Pumphouse stays open until 23:30 on weekdays, giving you plenty of time to unwind after dinner.

Check before you go

  • The Grapevine is open Mo-Fr 17:00-22:00.
  • The Pumphouse is open Mo-Th 12:00-23:30.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Kilkenny (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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