Southeast Ireland
Travel Guide





Visit Southeast Ireland
Where to stay in Southeast Ireland

Kilkenny City Centre
Kilkenny City Centre is known for its lively bars, and you can plan a trip to Smithwick's Brewery Tour and Black Abbey while you're in town.

Newpark
Though Newpark may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Nowlan Park and The National Reptile Zoo.

Talbotsinch
Talbotsinch might not have many top sights, but Black Abbey and Smithwick's Brewery Tour are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Walkinslough
While there might not be top attractions in Walkinslough, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Butler House and Black Abbey.

Lyrath
While there might not be top attractions in Lyrath, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Hub and The National Reptile Zoo.

Smithsland
Though Smithsland may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Butler House and Kilkenny Golf Club.

Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel
It was family friendly, clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

The Club House Hotel
Such a lovely stay. The staff are so friendly and happy to meet our every need. The restaurant food was delicious. Will definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Waterford Marina Hotel
Yes
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Talbot Suites at Stonebridge
Clean spacious and pleasant staff
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Mattys Pub & Apartments

18th Century Mill House in a Courtyard Setting
Everything was perfect. For our first night in Ireland we could not have asked for any thing more! Ziggy and Coco were an added bonus!
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
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Popular places to visit

Kilkenny Castle
After visiting Kilkenny Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kilkenny. While you're here, you can savour the lively bars.

Waterford Crystal Factory
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Waterford Crystal Factory in Waterford. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its lively bars.

The Hub
There are two distinct sides to Kilkenny that combine to make it one of the best cities to visit in the Republic of Ireland. Recently voted Top Tourism Town by Failte Ireland, the medieval capital of Ireland boasts a rich historical heritage immediately apparent in the very architecture of the Marble City, while it is also a thriving cosmopolitan centre for the arts, for music and design, and host of the popular Cat Laughs Festival every May.

Rosslare Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Rosslare Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Rosslare. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Hook Lighthouse
Enjoy magnificent sea views from the top of one of the oldest operational lighthouses in the world.

Duncannon Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Duncannon Beach during your travels in Duncannon? Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.





