Rothe House & Garden

Rothe House & Garden is a beautifully preserved 16th- to 17th-century merchant townhouse complex in the heart of Kilkenny. Built by the Rothe family, the site features three interconnected houses, charming cobbled courtyards, and a walled garden restored to reflect its early 17th-century design. The garden includes heritage fruit trees, herb beds, a well, and traditional vegetables, creating a calm oasis in the medieval city. Inside the house, visitor rooms evoke the daily life and status of the Rothe family, making the site both historically rich and visually delightful.

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Was Sie erwartet

Rothe House & Garden is open to the public for guided and self-guided tours. The site includes three historic houses constructed between 1594 and 1610. Guided tour prices are around €10 for adults, with concessions for students and seniors. The garden tour is available and can be included in a visit. There is no strict time limit on your visit visitors are free to linger in the courtyards and garden after touring.

Warum diese Tour buchen

Some of the courtyards have cobbled stone paths, so wear comfortable walking shoes. The garden and courtyards are mostly wheelchair accessible, but staircases inside the houses may present challenges. The garden was restored based on archaeological findings, so many plants are heritage varieties that may look different from modern gardens. Photography is allowed in many areas, though flash may be restricted in some rooms. Booking ahead for guided tours is recommended, especially in peak season.

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Rothe House & Garden sits on Parliament Street in central Kilkenny, making it easily walkable from many key city sites. The nearest car parks are the Market Yard and Market Cross car parks, both within a short walk of the house. Public buses also stop nearby on Parliament Street, making it convenient if you’re using public transport.

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Opening hours for Rothe House are generally from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. during the high season, with last admission an hour before closing. In the off-peak season, closing times may be earlier depending on the month. Visiting early in the day or later in the afternoon often brings a quieter experience, especially in the gardens.

Rothe House & Garden