Whether you are looking for a great place to stay, have a quiet pint nearby, a tasty bite to eat close by or a venue to listen to the best local musicians, the Metropole in Kilkenny fits the bill! We are located less than a 10-minute walk to Kilkenny Castle. Other Kilkenny City attractions are located within walking distance, include St Francis Abbey Brewery & Smithwicks Experience, Rothe House & Garden, The House of Waterford Crystal, The Medieval Mile Museum.

The city prides itself on its lively culture and entertainment scene with a range of live music and theatre events available throughout the city’s pubs and music venues. An array of festivals and event programmes are hosted annually, including the renowned Kilkenny Arts Festival (August) which features a variety of classical music events, art exhibitions, literary readings, workshops, jazz & folk sessions. Other festivals include Smithwick’s Kilkenny Roots Festival - Music Festival (May); Kilkenny Cat Laughs - Comedy Festival (June); International Gospel Choir Festival (Aug/Sept); Greystock Festival - (Sept); Savour Food Festival (Oct) and Kilkenomics Festival (Nov).