Shopping Guide: Market Cross Shopping Centre

Market Cross Shopping Centre: A Shopper's Guide

Why You Should Visit

  • Convenient City Centre Location: You'll find the shopping centre right in the heart of Kilkenny, making it easily accessible. It's just a short walk from the main street and the castle.
  • Variety of Shops: The location offers a diverse selection of shops, from clothing at Pennys to health products at Holland & Barrett, and tech shops. Cex is also present.
  • Food & Drink Options: Shoppers can expect to find a range of places to eat, including coffee shops and potentially fast-food options like McDonald's and Subway. There’s also a food square.
  • Halal Food Shop: Located near the carpark, on the first floor, you’ll find a handy Halal food shop with a good collection of groceries and fresh meat.
  • Cleanliness: You'll find the city is clean, contributing to a pleasant shopping environment.
  • Welcoming Atmosphere: The people of Kilkenny are very welcoming.
  • Dog-Friendly (with conditions): Following recent changes, dogs are welcome, provided owners are responsible.
  • Reasonable Parking: The parking is conveniently located and reasonably priced at €2 per entry or per hour. You'll receive a ticket upon entry and pay at a machine before exiting.
  • Market Area: There's a lovely little market area, partly indoor.
  • Additional Amenities: Toilets are available, although their cleanliness may vary.
  • Good selection of shops: Including supermarket, restaurants, tech shops, clothing etc.
  • Exit onto the Main Street of Killenny: Making shopping accessible from a number of locations.

Why You Might Consider Alternatives

  • Out of the Way: The shopping centre is situated outside of the city centre.
  • Business Closures: Be aware that some businesses may be closing down.
  • Parking Inconvenience: While reasonably priced, the parking payment system (ticket at entry, pay at machine, ticket at exit) may seem a bit inconvenient to some.
  • Inconsistent Toilet Cleanliness: The cleanliness of the toilet facilities may not always meet expectations.
  • Super Value Leaving: A supermarket, Super Value, is leaving.