Description
Are you searching for the absolute best things to do with kids in Kilkenny? Situated right on the famous Medieval Mile, this multi-sensory heritage attraction offers families an exceptional mix of Irish history, interactive storytelling, and local culture. Whether you want to witness historic brewery portraits that unexpectedly "come alive", let your children engage with state-of-the-art interactive displays, or smell the aromatic ingredients of ancient brewing crafts, this vibrant cultural venue delivers a memorable experience designed to capture young imaginations.
Ticket prices vary based on age, with standard family ticket bundles covering two adults and two children starting from €48.00 (approximately £41). Individual adult tickets cost from €20.00, while youth tickets for children aged 7 to 17 are priced from €10.00, and little ones under the age of 6 enter completely free of charge. Each ticket includes a fully guided one-hour tour, complimentary audio guides in multiple languages, and a refreshing beverage at the end of the journey, ensuring excellent value for a family day out.
If you are looking for a fantastic place for a day out with family and kids that perfectly combines active learning with local heritage, this historic venue is an ideal choice. It offers parents a wonderful, weather-proof destination where children can discover centuries of social history in a warm, welcoming, and entirely accessible indoor environment.
Features
- Paid
- Host birthday parties: No
Features
Features
- Interactive Sensorial Journey: A fully guided, hour-long path packed with vibrant sights, touchable displays, and rich aromas that make local history tangible for kids.
- Living History Elements: Advanced holographic projections of historical figures and magical talking portraits that "come alive" to share centuries-old stories.
- Complimentary Audio Support: Helpful audio headsets provided in French, German, Spanish, and Italian to ensure international family members don't miss a single detail.
- The Historic Barrel Yard: A beautifully transformed outdoor courtyard space designed to host community gatherings and celebrate Kilkenny hospitality.
Detailed Highlights
- The Talking Portraits: An entertaining area where historic paintings of the Smithwick family suddenly start speaking, explaining their massive 1710 business empire in a way that keeps kids laughing.
- The Holographic Monk: A fascinating visual projection of an ancient Franciscan monk that recreates the very earliest roots of medieval brewing on the abbey site.
- The Scent Station: A tactile hands-on room where children can physically handle and smell raw ingredients like natural hops and barley, guessing the different aromas.
- The Pint-Pouring Hub: A dedicated tutorial space where visitors over 18 can learn the precise craft of pouring a perfect pint, while children cheer them on.
- The Dedicated Tasting Bar: A relaxing, modern Wi-Fi-enabled space at the tour's end where adults enjoy a complimentary ale paddle and under-18s are treated to refreshing soft drinks.
Shows, Events, and Special Attractions
- The Signature Smithwick's Tour: The venue's premier guided experience running daily, taking families through the immersive, multi-sensory narrative of Ireland's oldest beer brand.
- Tasting Paddle Upgrade: An optional add-on experience at the bar for €5 extra, allowing adults to sample three regional drafts: Red Ale, Pale Ale, and Kilkenny beer.
- Culture Night Kilkenny: An annual autumn community celebration where the venue opens its doors for specialized grassroots artistic events, music, and local heritage showcases.
- Private Evening Tours: Exclusive, custom-tailored after-hours tour packages bookable via advanced group arrangement for large family gatherings or milestone events.
42.85 miles
