Hurling Tours Ireland - Hurling Experience in Kilkenny
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About This Tour in Kilkenny
Why Visit Kilkenny?
Kilkenny, Ireland offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Kilkenny provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Kilkenny
You can reach Kilkenny, Ireland by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- Use of hurling sticks
- Local guide
- Parking facilities
- Use of hurling helmets
- Toilet facilities
- Use of hurling balls
What's Not Included
- Transportation to/from attractions
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
VisitorsWe meet all guest at the Dressing Room at O'Loughlin Gaels GAA Grounds before we commence the Tour.
End Point
We meet all guest at the Dressing Room at O'Loughlin Gaels GAA Grounds before we commence the Tour.
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
Visitors will gain a unique cultural Irish experience... 1 hour
Visitors will gain a unique cultural Irish experience through the native sport of hurling. Established in the home of hurling, Kilkenny, guests will be given the opportunity to fully immerse themselves in Irish culture by attempting Irelands most ancient and cultural past time. The activity begins with an introduction to the sport inside the intense environment of a teams dressing room. You will discover the origins of the unique sport, hurling and how even in 2024 it remains the fastest field sport in the world. Many moments can occur in the dressing room on match days, things such a aggressive team talks, sweat and tears among some of the more memorable images. You can almost sense the agony and ecstacy from the dressing room upon arrival. Once you are up to date with the basics of the game, you will be brought out to 'the field of dreams' . Here, you will be thought the basic skills of ground strike, hand pass, solo run, and hand strike and even take a shot at the goalposts.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.