Smithwick's Experience
Smithwick's Experience
Smithwick's Experience
4.5
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
About
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
1 contribution
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
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
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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
1 contribution
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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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
1 contribution
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
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
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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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
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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Do you have to book a tour or can you just do a tasting?
cmk28
Detroit, MI6 contributions
Fabulous tour and not expensive!
Firegk13
Springfield, IL54 contributions
what is the easiest way to get here from Dublin without renting a car? (bus or train availability?)
Mingha F
Kilkenny, Ireland2 contributions
Hello firegk13,
Bus and trains depart from Dublin to killenny on a regular basis from Dublin City Centre. You can check this online at buseireann or iarnroid eireann. I hope this helps.
dorothy r
Lake Placid, NY2 contributions
Is the tour handicapped accessible?
Valerie O
Kilkenny, Ireland4 contributions
Hi Dorothy R,
The Smithwick's Experience is fully wheelchair accessible. Please feel free to call me directly if you have any specific queries regarding entrance, tour times etc.
Kind regards,
Valerie (056 7786377)
Katie P
Philadelphia, PA31 contributions
Should we buy our tickets online or wait until we get there? Is there a concern about not getting in? Thanks :)
Valerie O
Kilkenny, Ireland4 contributions
Hi Kaite99,
The benefit to buying tickets online is that you receive a 10%discount off adult admission. Tours run regularly throughout the day so when you visit, bring along your booking reference number and we will get you tickets for the next available tour.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Valerie
phs
Laguna Beach, CA18 contributions
are children allowed to follow this tour?
Valerie O
Kilkenny, Ireland4 contributions
Hello and thank you for your question.
Yes our tour is family friendly, our family rate is €33.00 for two adults and up to four children under 18. Individual rates can be found on our website
Regards,
Valerie
I don't see a place on the website when buying tickets to pick a time. Do you just show up whenever they are open with your online tickets to take the tour?
Valerie O
Kilkenny, Ireland4 contributions
Hi John C,
That's correct, once you purchase online tickets they are valid for one year, simply bring along the booking reference number on the day you wish to visit and we will get you tickets for the next available tour slot.
Regards,
Valerie
Reservaron este tour? O fueron directamente? En la pagina de SmithwicksExperience pide pagar sin antes elegir la fecha de la reserva. Alguien que haya reservado me puede orientar, si es que se puede elegir la fecha luego de pagar?
Turk444
122 contributions
Can you get Kilkenny beer products such as glasses there?
Valerie O
Kilkenny, Ireland4 contributions
Hi Turk444,
We have a full range of Smithwick's glasses and other merchandise but nothing branded with Kilkenny beer.
Thanks for your enquiry,
Valerie
Team Leader at Smithwick's Experience Kilkenny
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SMITHWICK'S EXPERIENCE (Kilkenny) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Smithwick's Experience
- Smithwick's Experience is open:
- Thu - Mon 11:00 - 17:00
- We recommend booking Smithwick's Experience tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 4 Smithwick's Experience tours on Tripadvisor
- Hotels near Smithwick's Experience:
- (0.05 km) The Arch Guesthouse
- (0.06 km) The Gate Lodge
- (0.07 km) Kilkenny Tourist Hostel
- (0.21 km) Bregagh House
- (0.26 km) Abbeylodge B&B
- Restaurants near Smithwick's Experience:
- (0.04 km) Italian Connection
- (0.05 km) La Rivista
- (0.13 km) Royal Spice Indian Restaurant
- (0.14 km) Kyteler's Inn
- (0.15 km) The Marble City Bar