What to see in Waterford City
Medieval Museum
Treasures of Medieval Waterford
# 1 visitor attraction in Waterford on Tripadvisor.com
This stunning new musuem which brings to life Waterford’s fascinating history in enjoyable and imaginative actor led tours. As part of the complex, the medieval vaulted 13th century Chorister’s Hall survives and is the centrepiece of the new museum. Don't miss: the Great Charter Roll which was view by Queen Elizabeth II on her visit to Ireland, and the cloth-of-gold vestments which were hidden from Cromwells army and only rediscovered when the cathedral was rebuilt in the 1780s.edieval Museum is open to visitors as follows:
Average length of visit is approx. 1 hour.
June - August: Monday - Saturday, 9 am to 6 pm. Sundays and Bank Holidays, 11 am to 6 pm.
September - May: Monday to Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm, Sundays and Bank Holidays, 11 am to 5 pm.Medieval Museum
Admission Fees
Adult : €5.00
Seniors : €4.00
Student : €4.00
Children under 14 are free with familys
School groups 1 euro per child (teachers and helpers go free)
Family : €10.00 (2 adults & 2 children over 14)
Group rate over 8 people : €4.00 pp.
Guided Tours are available.
Bishop's Palace
Treasures of Georgian Waterford
#2 visitor attraction in Waterford on tripadvisor.com
The newly restored Bishop's Palace charts the history of Waterford from 1700 to 1970 and gives a wonderful insight into the history of what was up to the 1750s, Ireland’s second city. Waterford city boasts the finest collection of 18th century architecture of any city in Ireland outside of Dublin and its great legacy from the period is its elegant silverware and, of course, fine glassmaking. Visitors to the Bishop’s Palace will see the oldest piece of Waterford Crystal in the world - a decanter made in the 1780’s.Bishop's Palace
June - August: Monday - Saturday, 9 am to 6 pm. Sundays and Bank Holidays, 11 am to 6 pm.
September - May: Monday to Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm, Sundays and Bank Holidays, 11 am to 5 pm.
Average length of visit is approx. 1 hour.
Admission Fees
Adult : €5.00
Seniors : €4.00
Student : €4.00
Children under 14 are free with familys
School groups 1 euro per child (teachers and helpers go free)
Family : €10.00 (2 adults & 2 children over 14)
Group rate over 8 people : €4.00 pp.
Guided Tours are available.
House of Waterford Crystal
The new House of Waterford Crystal, comprises an actual living and breathing crystal factory tour, fascinating visitor centre and opulent retail store housing the largest collection of Waterford Crystal in the world. Take a guided factory tour, giving you first hand access to all areas of traditional crystal production.
Reginald’s Tower
Treasures of Viking Waterford
Reginald’s Tower is the oldest civic urban building in Ireland and is one of the most remarkable Viking buildings still in existence in Ireland. The present structure was built on the site of the original Viking fort named after Regnall who founded the City in 914. During its lifetime it has been used as a royal court, mint and prison.
Christ Church Cathedral
The Cathedral of The Holy Trinity, Christ Church Cathedral has been a constant presence in Waterford, in one form or another, since the 11th century. Built on a site of Christian worship which dates back to 1050 and probably before, the building is steeped in history. The only neo - classical Georgian Cathedral in Ireland, it is an important part of the Church of Ireland, and is considered to be of enormous architectural importance. The Cathedral, in addition to continuing as a place of Christian worship, is now used as a venue for concerts, recitals and exhibitions adding to the cultural life of Waterford.
Kite Design Studios
A unique visitor attraction, with on-site designers and craftspeople working in situ, selling high-end craft and art. At Kite Design Studios, a visitor can see: traditional copperwheel engraving techniques by Sean Egan Art Glass, Bonzie working on their range of “achingly” romantic clothing and accessories, Stradbally Jewellery designing jewellery inspired by their surroundings, Fine Art Printmaker Anne Mc Donnell working on her limited edition etchings, and Irish Handmade Glass blowing and cutting unique glass pieces. Well worth a visit!
Theatre Royal
Located on the historic Mall, the Theatre Royal is one of the finest 19th Century theatres in the world. While its architectural charm has been preserved, its programme is broad based and contemporary and includes drama, musical theatre, comedy, dance and music. The Theatre houses part of the City’s art collection.
If after your full day of sight seeing, you want to experience the night life, check out our ‘Wine & Dine’ Section which along with a guide to places to eat out has information on traditional and modern music, pubs, night clubs and other evening entertainment.
Suir River Cruises
Suir River Cruises offers daily trips on the River Suir from the Neptune Marina behind the Marina Hotel, Canada St., Waterford at 3pm and 6pm. These trips must be pre-booked as numbers are obviously limited. Trips last for 1 or 2 hour durations. Trips at other times can be arranged for groups of 4 or more persons.
This is a wonderful way to see the sights of Waterford such as Reginalds Tower – Clock Tower – Granville Hotel - Rice Bridge – Red Bridge – Suir Bridge – Grannagh Castle – The Island – Cheekpoint – Passage East – and lots more.
1 hour cruise is €20 per person and 2 hour cruise is €30 per person
For further information contact Vincent on 087 2807563 or 051 833777
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