Timeline
15:58
Find the Trinity Stone. This damaged carving of the Holy Trinity is best seen in the fading light of the late afternoon. It sits in the open, offering a quiet moment before the sun dips.
16:13
Walk to Rinuccini for a pre-sunset snack. This swish Italian restaurant is just an eight-minute walk away. Order a small plate to hold you over. Note that the kitchen closes at 14:30 for lunch service, so you must arrive before then or stick to the bar area if you are late, but for this timeline, you have plenty of time before the 17:00 dinner service.
16:33
Return to the Trinity Stone. Walk back the eight minutes you came. Stand back and watch the golden light hit the stone as the sun sets toward the SW. The contrast between the warm light and the damaged stone is striking.
16:58
End your evening at The Pumphouse. This pub is about an eleven-minute walk from the stone. It is a great spot for a quiet drink during the week and shows live sport. If it is the weekend, expect it to be busy, but the atmosphere is lively.
Local tip
The sun sets in the southwest in January, so position yourself with the stone facing that direction for the best light. Rinuccini is pricey, so keep that in mind for your budget. The Pumphouse can get crowded on weekends, so if you prefer a quiet finish, consider Left Bank or The Field instead, which are also close by.
Check before you go
- Rinuccini is open 12:30-14:30 for lunch and 17:00-21:00 for dinner on weekdays. Ensure you are there before 14:30 if you want a table, or arrive after 17:00 for dinner service.
- The Pumphouse is open 12:00-23:30 Monday to Thursday and Sunday, and until 00:30 on Friday and Saturday.
Worth knowing
- Rinuccini is open at 16:13 only on Su
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Kilkenny (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).