The regular thoroughbred horse races at this posh national racetrack are attended by the cream of the racing elite. Races are held throughout the entire year. The course also contains two polo pitches where top international teams come to play during the summer.

10km from of Kilkenny City, history and geology superimpose to form a unique learning experience. The cave was described in one of the earliest Irish texts, The Traids, and has turned up archeological artefacts from almost two thousand years ago. Geologists won't want to miss the calcite cave formations, some of Ireland's finest.

Now the city's main cathedral, it was built among a bit of controversy in the mid-20th century, as it replaced the original city church on Parque Vidal. It is home to a white statue of the Virgin Mary which was mysteriously lost for several decades, only to be found in a ditch and finally returned.

The National Museum of Wildlife Art is home to a vast and impressive collection of over 5,000 cataloged works, representing more than 550 artists. The collection spans from ancient pieces dating back to 2500 B.C. to contemporary works, offering a diverse range of art styles, including realism, modernism, and even explorer art. Featured artists range from historic figures like Karl Bodmer and Albert Bierstadt to modern icons like Picasso and Rembrandt. Situated on a hillside overlooking the National Elk Refuge, the museum blends its art with the natural landscape. Its Sculpture Trail, designed to complement Jackson Hole’s breathtaking scenery, offers visitors an immersive experience, showcasing wildlife sculptures in their natural surroundings.