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History Hunt Kilkenny

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🧩 Gamified Discovery: Solve 14 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.

📍 Starting Point: Know Way Out Escape Rooms, Gardens, Kilkenny, Co. Kilkenny, R95 W42T, Ireland

🛡️ Free Cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours before your planned start for a full refund.

🌐 Available In: 🇬🇧 English

Places you will visit

14

It will take you

125-155 mins

You will walk

3550 steps

Total distance

2.7 km

Route you will explore

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Starting point Know Way Out Escape Rooms
Gardens, Kilkenny, Co. Kilkenny, R95 W42T, Ireland
Finish point Know Way Out
Dean St, Gardens, Kilkenny, Ireland

About this quest

Embark on a historical scavenger hunt in Kilkenny City and uncover its rich medieval past. This engaging adventure takes participants through iconic sites like Kilkenny Castle, St. Canice's Cathedral, and the Black Abbey. 

Solve clues and puzzles that reveal fascinating stories and hidden gems, from ancient city walls to the historic Rothe House. Perfect for history enthusiasts and families, this scavenger hunt blends fun with education, offering a unique way to explore Kilkenny's heritage.

Highlights

  • You will explore various historical sites, solving clues and puzzles that reveal fascinating facts about the past.

  • Starting at a notable landmark, you will decipher riddles to find your next destination.

  • Along the way, you engage with locations, read plaques, and interact with the environment to gather information to help you on your way.

The mission: Your story in Kilkenny

Embark on a Historical Scavenger Hunt through Kilkenny City, Ireland!

Discover medieval landmarks, uncover hidden artifacts, and solve cryptic clues that lead you through the city’s rich past.

From the iconic Kilkenny Castle to the enchanting Rothe House, each stop reveals a piece of history. Perfect for adventurers and history buffs alike! 

Good to know before you play

  • Ensure your phone is fully charged or bring along your trusty power bank
  • Family friendly
  • Fun to do as a couple
  • Route open 24/7 but better during daylight hours

Tips & Recommendations

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Wear Comfortable Shoes

You will be walking throughout the city, so comfortable footwear is essential for enjoying the experience.

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Charge Your Phone

Make sure your smartphone is at least 60% charged. The quest runs through the Questo app, and you will be using it throughout.

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Check the Weather

This is an outdoor activity. Bring an umbrella or sunscreen depending on the forecast.

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Bring a Camera

You will discover photogenic locations and hidden gems perfect for capturing memories.

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Stay Hydrated

Bring water, especially during warmer months or longer quests.

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Play with Friends

While you can play solo, quests are more fun with friends or family. One ticket works for a group.

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Anastasiia V

16 Feb 2025

Know Way Out Information

06 Jun 2024

Stephanie Bartosch

25 Feb 2025
it was fun! The last clue was messed up though.

Uli

18 Aug 2024
The walk is fun, you'll see places you would normally pass by.

pestie

23 Jul 2024

Beat the best: Top Kilkenny explorers

Stephanie Bartosch
Stephanie BartoschExplorer
4104 XP
Anastasiia V
Anastasiia VExplorer
4000 XP
Know Way Out Information
Know Way Out InformationSeeker
4000 XP

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