Black Abbey represents a Catholic monastery of the Dominican order built in 1225, and it also serves as the local church of Killkenny. Its name derives from the "black friars," an old English nickname for Dominicans. Join the locals for religious observance, or visit between services to view the building. The old structure impresses with highly detailed stained glass throughout. Brochures describing the history of this important church are available for purchase. Check the mass schedule online before you go; doors may be locked during services. With our custom trip planner, Kilkenny attractions like Black Abbey can be center stage of your vacation plans, and you can find out about other attractions like it, unlike it, near it, and miles away.
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Beautiful Abbey, the history is quit moving here! Stained glass is amazing. Well worth a visit while in Kilkenny. We were here 30 years ago and so glad we returned.
Beautiful Abbey, the history is quit moving here! Stained glass is amazing. Well worth a visit while in Kilkenny. We were here 30 years ago and so glad we returned. more »
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Great old church, stone walls and the stained glass windows are beautiful. Such a pleasure to see an understated church rather than the over the top European equivalents.
Great old church, stone walls and the stained glass windows are beautiful. Such a pleasure to see an understated church rather than the over the top European equivalents. more »
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Beautiful historic church! Went to Mass there and it was special! Beautiful side altars all around the church.
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Beautiful stain glass and a peaceful and serene experience. Definitely worth stopping in and sitting down for a few minutes of quiet.
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