Title: Visit Southeast Ireland: Best of Southeast Ireland Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca

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# Southeast Ireland

## Travel Guide

![Irish Agricultural Museum featuring a fountain, heritage elements and château or palace](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/168000/168825-Wexford-County.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Hook Lighthouse featuring heritage elements and interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/168000/168826-Wexford-County.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![New Ross which includes heritage architecture, a small town or village and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/38000/38913-New-Ross.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![New Ross showing interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/38000/38918-New-Ross.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Ireland showing heritage architecture and a lighthouse](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/38000/38854-Hook-Head.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Southeast Ireland

Where to stay

Things to do

### Where to stay in Southeast Ireland

![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/524000/524865-county-kilkenny.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Kilkenny City Centre

4.5/5(35 area reviews)

 Kilkenny City Centre is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Smithwick's Brewery Tour or St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Kilkenny-Kilkenny-City-Centre.dx553248633981693529)

![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Newpark

 When in Newpark, you can plan a visit to Nowlan Park and The National Reptile Zoo, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Kilkenny-Newpark.dx921517130946875392)

![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Talbotsinch

 While Talbotsinch isn't home to many top sights, Smithwick's Brewery Tour and St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum are some notable places to visit nearby. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Kilkenny-Talbotsinch.dx921516177654784000)

![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Lyrath

 If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lyrath and surrounding area, you can visit The Hub and The National Reptile Zoo. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Kilkenny-Lyrath.dx553248635976007543)

![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Smithsland

 Though Smithsland might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Butler House and St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Kilkenny-Smithsland.dx921518632465567744)

![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Walkinslough

 If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Walkinslough and surrounding area, you can visit Butler House and St. Mary’s Medieval Mile Museum. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Kilkenny-Walkinslough.dx921519065978347520)

- Southeast Ireland Hotel Deals
- Vacation Rentals in Southeast Ireland

![Waterford Marina Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/440000/439000/438903/ac2d136c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Waterford Marina Hotel

Canada Street Waterford Waterford

CA $134

CA $153 total

Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Waterford. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)

Everything was great. Location, room, staff, meals, and they know how to properly pour a Guinness. Highly recommend!!!!!!

Reviewed on Dec 5, 2025

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![The Club House Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1190000/1183200/1183111/923dee93_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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The Club House Hotel

Patrick Street Kilkenny Kilkenny

CA $147

CA $167 total

Dec 15 - Dec 16

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kilkenny. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (275 reviews)

clean and amazing staff

Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025

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Kilford Arms Hotel

John Street Kilkenny Kilkenny

CA $153

CA $174 total

Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this hotel in Kilkenny. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 bars/lounges, and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions John ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (768 reviews)

First time at Kilford Arms and I will stay here again...the hotel is huge! Room was lovely and the staff were great. All the bars/restaurants were good...the hotel looks small from outside but it isn't. Good parking(I did not use) and to walk out your in the heart of Kilkenny...alot of pubs & things ...

Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

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Ewings Bar & Self-Catering Accommodation

Hay Market Carlow Carlow

Book a stay at this business-friendly apartment in Carlow. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Carlow Town Park and Gold Rush Casino ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (10 reviews)

From the loading bay in front of the property, it’s a step over the pavement to the bar, where there was a welcome and an efficient introduction to the building. Access is easy with a key fob. The room was cosy and clean. I didn’t use the kitchen but it looked clean too. The location is right in ...

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Mattys Pub & Apartments

Royal oak, bagenalstown Muine Bheag Carlow

Book a stay at this spa apartment in Muine Bheag. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Royal Oak Distillery and Ballyloughan ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (14 reviews)

Quirky from the outside but nice inside. Comfortable and clean. We were in a room next to the pub so we didn’t have any noise except from guests using the hot tub and they quieted about 930\. Only issue we had was it was warm so we wanted the windows open but the staff used the space by our window ...

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18th Century Mill House in a Courtyard Setting

 . County Kilkenny

Stay at this vacation home in Inistioge. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions Woodstock Estate and Woodstock House and Gardens ...

9.8/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)

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 Oct 18, 2025

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### Popular places to visit

![Kilkenny Castle](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/524000/524867-county-kilkenny.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Kilkenny Castle

4.5/5(34 reviews)

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

[](https://expedia.ca/Kilkenny-Castle-Kilkenny.d6090015.Vacation-Attraction)

![Waterford Crystal Factory](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/525000/525882-waterford-crystal-factory.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Waterford Crystal Factory

5/5(1 review)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Waterford Crystal Factory during your trip to Waterford. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Waterford-Crystal-Factory-Waterford.d6090109.Vacation-Attraction)

![House of Waterford Crystal](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2684eafc3dd9759d136efdb1883cc9a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### House of Waterford Crystal

4.5/5(29 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at House of Waterford Crystal during your visit to Viking Triangle. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its lively bars. 

[](https://expedia.ca/House-Of-Waterford-Crystal-Waterford.d6174888.Vacation-Attraction)

![Hook Lighthouse showing a lighthouse](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/168000/168833-Wexford-County.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Hook Lighthouse

4.5/5(5 reviews)

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

[](https://expedia.ca/Hook-Lighthouse-Templetown.d6090055.Vacation-Attraction)

![Duncannon Beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/525000/525052-duncannon-beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Duncannon Beach

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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

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![St. Canice's Cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/525000/525767-st-canices-cathedral.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### St. Canice's Cathedral

St. Canice's Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Kilkenny, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're here, you can savor the lively bars. 

[](https://expedia.ca/St-Canices-Cathedral-Kilkenny-City-Centre.d6090025.Vacation-Attraction)

### Things to do

![Festival Head Piece](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47478108/be340d80-cf19-45ee-91a6-dd0445a221ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Deh HeadPiece & Tings

CA $35

per adult

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#### Snorkeling with Sea Turtles

CA $92

per adult

**96%** of travellers recommend

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![The Frederiksted St. Croix Sea Turtles Snorkeling Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50081383/00a15c46-3442-49b4-be78-ac13238e0aa7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### The Frederiksted St. Croix Sea Turtles Snorkeling Tour

CA $125

per adult

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## Cities near Southeast Ireland

![Waterford](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/524000/524923-county-waterford.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Waterford

![Ireland which includes tranquil scenes, a small town or village and landscape views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/38000/38835-Inistioge.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Kilkenny

![Photo by Kristin DePlatchett](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/de215ee372fe70d3bab08875cb2c16f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Thomastown

![Wexford](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/525000/525262-ireland.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Wexford

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