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Smithwick’s Experience Kilkenny Business Details 44 Parliament Street, Kilkenny City, R95VK54 T  +353 (0) 56 778 6377 / +353 (0) 86 348 8322 E  Info@smithwicksexperience.com ; Mark.mcgovern@diageo.com W  www.smithwicksexperience.com Business Contact  Mark McGovern Experience Home to Ireland’s most popular ale, the Smithwick’s Experience Kilkenny® opened its doors in Jul 2014. Housed in a restored Victorian brewing building the multi-sensory experience takes visitors on a journey through the medieval origins of brewing on the site, to the arrival of John Smithwick in the 1700’s up to the present day. During the tour, the Smithwick’s brewing process will be brought to life with visitors having the opportunity to experience the smells, tastes and textures of the raw materials involved in creating the perfect pint of ale. Complimentary Pint of Smithwicks or soft drink included in all tours (in accordance with Irish Law over 18’s only). Fully guided tour in English, Audio guides available in French, German, Spanish & Italian. Duration  1hr Pricing € 15 Adults, € 13 (students 18+ and seniors), Public Group 15pax € 13.50 Tour operator Rate  Yes FIT Rate  Yes Ad Hoc Group Rate  Yes Tour Series  Yes Group bookings/B2B rates Contact  Mark McGovern/Valerie O’Sullivan E  info@smithwicksexperience.com T  +353 (0) 56 778 6377 Large groups over 25 are split however, will finish tour at same time in the bar. To insure a private tour minimum numbers of 15. Opening Details & Refreshments Open daily (closed only from 24th – 26th Dec). Mar-Nov: 1000-1700hrs; Nov-Mar: 1100-1600hrs. Cafés close by. Parking, Access/Ability & Special Requirements Coach parking available.Wheelchair accessible. All visitors under 18 are offered a complimentary soft drink. Nearest Accommodation Hub Kilkenny City (immediate vicinity) Nearest Airport Dublin Airport – 1hr 30mins Experiences Nearby Kilkenny Castle – www.kilkennycastle.ie Rothe House – www.rothehouse.com St. Canice’s Cathedral – www.stcanicescathedral.ie All within walking distance. Shenanigans Walking Tour of Kilkenny Business Details: Moanmore Commons, Callan, Co. Kilkenny R95NY20 T  +353 (0) 87 274 3865 E  nevin.cody@gmail.com W  www.shenaniganswalks.com Business Contact  Nevin Cody Experience Shenanigans – The Kilkenny CityWalk is the fun way to experience historic Kilkenny City. A guided walking tour of Kilkenny which blends comedy, magic, history and plenty of whimsical fun.We trace much of the Medieval Mile and show you the fun way to experience the magic of Kilkenny City. The tour does require guests to have a good grasp of the English language. Duration  75-90mins Pricing Standard Retail Price  € 18 (seasonal promotions 8-12% discounts available) No minimum size. No advanced booking required. The tour is for all age groups, fun for all, from 5 to 105! Tour Operator Rate  Yes FIT Rate  Yes Ad Hoc Group Rate  Yes Tour Series Rates  Yes Group bookings/rates Contact  Nevin Cody E  same as above T  same as above Opening Details & Refreshment Wed-Sun. Available at other times for large groups and corporate bookings. Parking, Access/Ability & Special Requirements There are a two flights of steps to negotiate. So those with mobility issues may find difficulty.We do offer an alternate route we can direct you along. Coach parking is available at Kilkenny Castle and we depart from outside the castle gates. Nearest Accommodation Hub Kilkenny City Nearest Airport Dublin Airport 1hr 30mins Cork Airport 2hrs Other Experiences Nearby Saint Canices Round Tower and Cathedral 12mins walk – http://www.stcanicescathedral.ie/ Kilkenny Castle 4mins walk – http://www.kilkennycastle.ie/ Dunmore Cave 15mins – http://visitkilkenny.ie/dunmore_caves 75