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Sunset

Kilkenny Sunset Walk

Grab a drink, watch the sun dip below the cathedral, and finish in a cozy pub.

Best time: 15 AprAbout 60 min

Timeline

  1. 18:57

    The Pumphouse

    Start with a quiet pint at The Pumphouse. It is a great spot for a drink during the week and opens early enough to beat the weekend crowds.

  2. 19:57

    St Canice's Cathedral & Round Tower

    Walk seven minutes west to St Canice's Cathedral & Round Tower. Find a spot near the Round Tower to face southwest. At 19:41, the golden light begins to wash over the 9th-century stone and the cathedral walls. The sun sets toward the WNW shortly after, casting long shadows across the grounds.

  3. 20:42

    The Pumphouse

    Walk back six minutes to The Pumphouse. The pub is lively after sunset, and you can watch the live sport or simply enjoy the atmosphere as the evening settles in.

Local tip

The Pumphouse can be very busy on weekends. If you prefer a quieter start, consider going earlier in the week.

Check before you go

  • The Pumphouse opens at 12:00 on weekdays and weekends.

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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