Timeline
15:00
Walk through the ghost of Flemingstown. The geophysics survey has revealed burgage plots and a main street that are visible in the landscape. It is a quiet spot to start, away from the city bustle.
15:04
Continue west for four minutes to Shirehall Castle. This archaeological site was discovered during the same survey as Flemingstown. It sits just to the west of the anchor, offering a quiet moment to reflect on the layered history of the area.
15:25
Head toward the city center for dinner. Rinuccini is a swish Italian restaurant opposite the castle. It is open until 21:00 on weekdays and until 20:30 on Sundays, making it a reliable choice for an early evening meal. The reviews are glowing for the quality of the food.
16:00
Finish your evening with drinks at The Grapevine. This tapas bar serves wine and world beers and often has live music on weekends. It is open until 22:00, giving you plenty of time to unwind after dinner.
Local tip
Rinuccini is pricey but the reviews are consistently high. If you prefer a more casual pub atmosphere with bar food, Rafter's is also open until 23:30 and is a friendly option.
Check before you go
- Rinuccini is closed on Sundays after 20:30.
- The Grapevine is closed on Mondays.
Worth knowing
- Rinuccini is open at 15:25 only on Su
- The Grapevine is open at 16:00 only on Sa, Su
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Kilkenny (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).