# Rothe House Self-Guided Tour

> Explore Rothe House, a 17th-century merchant's townhouse in Kilkenny, on a self-guided tour to experience its architecture, furnishings, and history.

- URL: https://dublin-360.com/guide/tour/rothe-house-self-guided-tour
- Published: 2026-06-08
- Updated: 2026-10-14
- Author: Dermot

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**Operator:** Rothe House & Garden
**Duration:** 1 h 30 m
**Area:** Kilkenny
**Prices:** Adult €8.95, Senior €7.90, Student €7.90, Child €4.21, Young Child €0, Family €25.27

## About this tour

**Duration:** 45 Minutes

### Highlights

- Step back in time at Ireland’s only 16th Merchant House
- Take in the history, heritage and layers of stories a relaxed pace
- Immerse yourself in the 16th-century atmosphere as you wander through the three interconnected houses, cobbled courtyards, and the beautifully recreated garden.
- Enjoy the garden at your leisure, a quiet oasis set back from the busy city streets.
- Browse in The Merchant Shop - supporting Irish designers, makers, crafters and producers

### Includes

- Entrance to the garden
- Children can enjoy a scavenger hunt that engages them with history
- A relaxed visit with no time limit

### Important to Know

- Rothe House is a protected heritage site of national significance.
- The houses are three-story buildings and do not have lift access.
- There is a lift to the garden, accessed across cobbled courtyards.
- Our retail shop is accessible from the street.

### Meeting Point

Rothe House

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