Meet Your Tour Guide

Davy Holden, from Kilkenny, is Ireland's most-followed content creator for Irish history, with over 800,000 followers on social media. Davy is a familiar face on Irish and American television, he is the resident historian for the PBS series Ireland with Michael and has also appeared on RTÉ. Davy has travelled extensively across the United States, bringing Ireland's rich history to audiences from New York City to Los Angeles and everywhere in between. This tour is not to be missed!

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About The Tour

On this tour, Davy will guide you through the entire story of Ireland's fight for freedom. We will begin the tour at Saint Canice's Cathedral, where Davy will explain how the Irish revolution began in the 18th century and why Irish people were influenced by the American and French Revolutions. We will then travel around the medieval city of Kilkenny, visiting various places linked to Ireland's fight for independence - from the founding of the Fenians, the 1916 Easter Rising, the Irish War of Independence and much more.

Whether you're visiting Kilkenny for the first time, exploring your Irish roots, or simply have a passion for history, this tour offers a unique opportunity to understand the events, people, and ideas that shaped modern Ireland. Through engaging storytelling, fascinating local connections, and centuries of history, you'll discover Kilkenny and Ireland's revolutionary past in a whole new light.

Kilkenny Revolutionary Walking Tour

Kilkenny Revolutionary Walking Tour

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Davy Holden History

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  • American & French Revolutions

    The ideas that inspired Irish revolutionaries

  • The Fenian Movement

    How a Kilkenny man changed Irish and American history

  • When Irishmen Invaded Canada

    Learn about the Irish-Americans who invaded Canada for the cause of Irish freedom

  • 1916 Easter Rising

    Britain's difficulty is Ireland's opportunity

  • Irish War of Independence

    The story of the infamous Black and Tan war in Ireland

FAQ's

How long is the tour?

Approximately 2 hours

Where does the tour begin?

The tour begins at the front gate of Saint Canice's Cathedral.

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Can I book a private tour?

Yes, for private tours or group bookings, please contact me at davydc2@gmail.com