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Smithwick's Experience
4.5
1,956 reviews
#6 of 64 things to do in Kilkenny
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Monday
11:00 - 17:00
Thursday
11:00 - 17:00
Friday
11:00 - 17:00
Saturday
11:00 - 17:00
Sunday
11:00 - 17:00
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Located in the heart of Kilkenny city, Smithwick's Experience Kilkenny is a multi-sensory experience that immerses you in the history of Ireland's oldest ale. Harvested from our land, seasoned by our history, Smithwick’s has been brewed in Ireland since 1710. Enjoying your favourite Smithwick’s Ale, while one of our local staff explains what makes it so unique, makes this one of the most enjoyable tours in Ireland.
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Abbie B
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Such a great experience!!
Mar 2023 • Friends
Regina was awesome!! Very knowledgeable. This was the best tour we did all trip (also did Guinness and Jameson), so much history! Intimate, educational and delicious! 10/10 would go again.
Written 27 March 2023
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Raedwulf42
Los Angeles, CA12 contributions
Fun and informative.
Mar 2023 • Solo
Informative and entertaining tour. Great guide by Christy and the beers were delicious. So glad I took the 60 minutes to experience it (inclusive of my tasting time).
Written 27 March 2023
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Sarah D
1 contribution
Thanks Molly
Mar 2023 • Family
Fantastic interactive tour. Fantastic tour guide very knowledgeable. Delighted with involving children on tour. Great family day out in the marble city. Sorry Molly but it will always be the marble city ☺️
Written 25 March 2023
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Annie D
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Amazing tour of smithwicks experience
Mar 2023
Molly was an absolutely amazing and very nice tour guide highly recommend she was also very funny and she was very helpful
Written 25 March 2023
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Jolene G
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Super fun. Amazing tour guide.
Mar 2023 • Friends
It was super fun. My tour guide, Molly, was really nice and cool. I loved learning about Smithwick and Kilkenny.
Written 25 March 2023
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Scout
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It's grand so
Mar 2023
It's such a lovely pint & they make the expereince all the better with a fun tour that is knowledgable, light hearted, & entertaining. Great photo opportunities if you want some fun Irish pint backgrounds & a cool gift shop. The tour finishes with a pub experience where you get to try a Smithwicks. If you like the beer, definitely try out the paddle as it was so good.
Written 25 March 2023
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Carol R
Louisville, KY5 contributions
Amazing! ❤️ Red Ale!
Mar 2023 • Couples
All of the staff was so knowledgeable and friendly ! We learned so much and enjoyed our tour! This is a must do!
Written 20 March 2023
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Wander629961
5 contributions
Well worth it!!
Mar 2023 • Couples
Molly was very knowledgeable and personal. The facility was set up beautifully for a tour and the "hands on" tasting and smelling of the ingredients was a nice touch. Highly recommend!!
Written 18 March 2023
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Sandra R
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A Must Do Experience….
Mar 2023 • Couples
Just finished a tour at the Smithwicks experience in Kilkenny and I must say it was one of the most impressive tours you can get. The tour guides and the individuals you meet while on your,at the bar and in the gift shop are all extremely knowledgeable about the area. I especially enjoyed our upgraded flight tastings after our tour. The bar is very quaint and a great place to relax.
Written 18 March 2023
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CClarkeWaterford
Waterford, Ireland142 contributions
Visiting smithwicks
Mar 2023 • Couples
Great experience. Our guide Molly was excellent and funny. Tour was lovely and very interesting. A lot of history to it.
Written 11 March 2023
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SMITHWICK'S EXPERIENCE (Kilkenny) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go

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  • Thu - Mon 11:00 - 17:00
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