Begin the New Year with a shopping adventure in Kilkenny, where charming cobbled streets and bustling shopping centers offer a mix of unique finds and post-holiday sales. Explore independent boutiques, artisan shops, and popular retail outlets, each brimming with treasures to kickstart your year in style. From handcrafted local goods to seasonal bargains, there’s something for every taste. Whether you’re refreshing your wardrobe, hunting for one-of-a-kind pieces, or indulging in a little retail therapy, Kilkenny is the perfect destination. With everything conveniently located near the Kilkenny River Court Hotel, your shopping spree is as relaxing as it is rewarding.
KILKENNY DESIGN CENTRE
Description: Kilkenny Design Centre is one of the most iconic shops in Kilkenny for Irish handcrafted gifts. Visitors can browse and choose from a carefully chosen selection of Jewellery, Knitwear, Celtic Gifts, Crystal, Pottery & Glass, Home & Fashion Accessories and stunning one-off contemporary design pieces, are all available.
Location: Opposite Kilkenny Castle. Only a 7 minute walk from the hotel.
Opening Hours: Open 7 days a week from 10am.
MCDONAGH JUNCTION SHOPPING CENTRE
Description: With fifty retail units combining shops, cafés and restaurants, leisure amenities and performance spaces, a unique heritage and a vibrant community, MacDonagh Junction offers visitors and shoppers alike an experience to enjoy and remember. Restaurants, performance spaces and leisure facilities including a bowling centre are also planned.
Location: Only a 9 minute walk from the hotel.
Opening Hours: Open 7 days a week from 9am.
MARKET CROSS SHOPPING CENTRE
Description: Market Cross Shopping Centre is at the heart of shopping in Kilkenny City, with over 40 stores under one roof including Penneys, Heatons, Vero Moda, Peter Mark, Dubray Books and many more. From health and beauty to fashion and footwear, sports and leisure to mobile phones and homemade ice cream, they have got all you need and more!
Location: Only a 7 minute walk from the hotel.
Opening Hours: Open 7 days a week from 9am.
KILKENNY CITY CENTRE SHOPPING
Shopping with style for 900 years, Kilkenny has been a thriving cosmopolitan merchant centre since the 12th century. The city offers an impressive collection of boutiques, craft shops and gourmet food stores, as well as international high street brands. Kilkenny offers a truly original and eclectic shopping experience that retains its sophisticated edge.
Location: Only a 5 minute walk from the hotel.
