Hurling Tours Ireland - Hurling Experience in Kilkenny
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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At Hurling Tours Ireland, we provide a unique cultural Irish experience for visitors. Established in the home of hurling, Kilkenny, we give guests an opportunity to fully immerse themselves in Irish culture, by attempting our most ancient sport, hurling. Hurling is a game steeped in tradition and history, played with a passion and intensity that is unmatched in any other sport.
Our hurling experience in Freshford gives visitors the opportunity to experience this sport in a tradional Irish pub in the heart of the village. Here we give visitors a presentation information them of the history and rules of Hurling.
We have had visitors from many different nationalities and backgrounds fall in love with Hurling and the culture it creates in Ireland. Visitors from Canada, USA and Australia even promising to join a GAA Club when they return home, it is never too late to try new things and why not the sport that is at the heart of Irish culture and community.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
What To Expect
Hurling Tours Ireland
Visitors will gain a unique cultural Irish experience through the native sport of hurling. Established in the home of hurling, Kilkenny, guests will be given the opportunity to fully immerse themselves in Irish culture by attempting Irelands most ancient and cultural past time. The activity begins with an introduction to the sport inside the intense environment of a teams dressing room. You will discover the origins of the unique sport, hurling and how even in 2024 it remains the fastest field sport in the world. Many moments can occur in the dressing room on match days, things such a aggressive team talks, sweat and tears among some of the more memorable images. You can almost sense the agony and ecstacy from the dressing room upon arrival. Once you are up to date with the basics of the game, you will be brought out to 'the field of dreams' . Here, you will be thought the basic skills of ground strike, hand pass, solo run, and hand strike and even take a shot at the goalposts.
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Hurling Tours Ireland - Hurling Experience in Kilkenny
What‘s Included
Use of hurling sticks
Local guide
Parking facilities
Use of hurling helmets
Toilet facilities
Use of hurling balls
Transportation to/from attractions
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
174 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great experience!
carolinecU8958AN,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such a great time trying this new sport!! Great experience all around!
Learn and play a true Irish sport!
R4024SLbrendanm,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent overview of how hurling/camogie is played, including some history. Also had a chance to practice some basic play of the game. Great way to understand the passion the Irish have for the game. Players don’t even get paid!
Learn a new and exciting sport!
Andrew F,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our family had an absolutely amazing time! We learned a ton about this sport and then got to actually learn the skills. The instructors were very patient and kept us all safe. I did this with my wife and 3 sons (age 9-12) and it was a highlight of our trip. This is a must do activity. Our family plans to start following the sport.
Excellent 👍
charliekE4799RS,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Unbelievable experience , James and his crew were very welcoming and friendly , I highly recommend to any one who is in Ireland . A must do !!!
Great family time learning the sport of Hurling!
817colleenv,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My family had such an amazing time learning all about the sport of hurling! I loved the educational portion at the beginning that discussed the history of the sport and the rules. The hands-on portion was so much fun! James and Charlie were extremely patient and engaging! They even got my reluctant teenager to join in and have some fun! So glad we did this! I would highly recommend this tour to anyone who likes sports or any with kids looking for a fun activity in this area!
This was a fantastic...
Donna S,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a fantastic event. All thr presenters were helpful and friendly. If you're a sports enthusiast of any kind you won't be disappointed! Got to try our hands with the sticks and learned a lot about this sport. Perfect venue as well.
Fun morning
Q5726RKthomass,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My group and I from NY had a fantastic morning learning about the game. Michael and his son Charlie were so personable and passionate about the game. They did a great job teaching us how to play and filled the whole experience information about the game in such a prideful manner. We loved it so much my girlfriend and I purchased our own hurleys!
Great Irish Experience
courtneysR3559XL,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Super fun activity! We were on a bus tour with both young and older folks, and James made the whole experience accessible for all. It was great learning about a sport none of us previously knew about!
Wonderful experience, skills, history, and some fun competition!
petermW6343QI,May 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We started our experience with a message from the owner asking if we could move our afternoon time earlier in the day to avoid incoming weather. As we were travelling, it wasn't feasible, but they were able to move us to the following morning when the weather broke. When we arrived, we were pleasantly surprised to be met by the owner's brother and nephew who were helping out. Michael was a retired Hurler and with his son Charlie we started the experience. They taught us the basics, provided history and let us run drills. They gave us a few competitions with the skills we were learning and answered any questions we had. The day turned out perfectly and we cannot thank James, Michael and Charlie for their flexibility and the experience they provided. My daughter and her boyfriend are already planning on purchasing Hurls (Hurleys) to use at home and to keep practicing. Thanks for a great time and for sharing your knowledge and expertise. It was also great to talk to you about your Hurling career!
Brilliant afternoon outing!
Cheryl S,May 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00What a fun break in between castles and museums for our family of adults and older teen girls! James is a wonderful teacher, and even the unathletic among us had a fantastic time learning some hurling skills. Highly recommended for anyone wanting something fun and different on their vacation!
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