Smithwick’s Beer Experience for Two

Explore Kilkenny’s brewing heritage together.

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Smithwick’s Beer Experience for Two:

The Experience

Visit one of Kilkenny’s top attractions and discover the story behind Ireland’s oldest ale.

The Smithwick’s Beer Experience for Two takes you on an engaging journey through over 300 years of brewing history. Set within the historic grounds of St. Francis Abbey, this guided tour begins with the story of the Franciscan monks who first brewed here in the 13th century. Learn how the Smithwick family carried that legacy forward, blending tradition and innovation to create an ale loved across Ireland.

Explore the brewing floor and experience the process up close. Smell the fresh hops and roasted malt while learning how four key ingredients - water, barley, hops and yeast - combine to form Smithwick’s distinct character. Discover the care and precision that go into every pint poured.

The tour concludes in the relaxed tasting bar, where you can each enjoy a complimentary pint of Smithwick’s or a soft drink. With its mix of history and authentic Irish charm, this one-hour experience is perfect for friends or anyone curious about the art of brewing.

Includes:

Guided brewery tour for two
Complimentary drink each (pint of Smithwick’s or soft drink)
Audio guides in French, German, Spanish or Italian
Approximate duration: 1 hour

Share the experience and discover the rich brewing heritage of Kilkenny!

Important Information

Only those aged over 18 will be able to taste the beer and ingredients. Complimentary audio guides are available in French, German, Spanish and Italian.

Your Golden Moments voucher is not a ticket - please activate your voucher at www.goldenmoments.ie/redemption so we can arrange your booking for you.

To upgrade your ticket or add additional participants to your booking, simply reach out to our friendly customer service team.

The Weather

The weather will not affect the Smithwicks tour.

Session Length

The fully guided tour will last approximately one hour. At the end of the tour you can enjoy a complimentary drink in the bar (either a pint of Smithwick's or a soft drink).

Numbers

Your voucher is valid for two people and you will share the tour with other participants.

Spectators

Anyone wishing to join you on the tour should also hold a valid voucher. To add additional participants to your booking, please contact us.

What To Wear

Please wear smart casual attire.

Availability

Avaiable throughout the day throughout the year.

Location

Kilkenny.

Code : IE10071945

Smithwick’s Beer Experience for Two:

Smithwick’s Beer Experience for Two: Availability

Peak season opening hours are 11am-5pm. Tours will commence every 20 minutes. During winter months, opening hours are reduced. Please contact us for further information.

Smithwick’s Beer Experience for Two: Fascinating Facts

The Franciscan monks began brewing ale at St Francis Abbey as far back as 1231.
Edmund Smithwick (great grandson of John Smithwick) was elected Mayor of Kilkenny on four occasions and during the famine Edmund set up soup kitchens in Kilkenny. Edmund was also a close friend of Daniel O'Connell.
The famous gates you walk through to start the tour date back to 1827, it was then after the reversal of the penal laws that the Smithwick name hung proudly over the gates for the first time.
Smithwick's Experience Kilkenny is located in the heart of Ireland's Medieval Mile, next to Rothe House and St. Canice's Cathedral. It is less than a five minute walk from Kilkenny Castle.