Waterford

Waterford is the oldest city in the country and the greenway out of it runs 46km to Dungarvan on an old railway line, through a tunnel and over three viaducts. The coast south of that is coves, sea stacks and nineteenth century copper mines. Ten more places sit under the top ten.

Greenway · DungarvanWaterford GreenwayForty six kilometres on the old Waterford to Dungarvan railway, over three viaducts and through the Ballyvoyle tunnel.

Museum · WaterfordHouse of Waterford CrystalThe crystal factory on the Mall is working, and the tour takes you through the blowing and cutting floors.

Museum · WaterfordReginald's TowerThe round stone tower at the end of the quay was built on a Viking defensive site and holds the Viking collection now.

1. Ardmore Round Tower and CathedralMonastic site · ArdmoreThirty metres of round tower stand beside a ruined cathedral with carved stone arcading, up on the hill above the village.
2. Mount Congreve GardensGarden · WaterfordA woodland garden and a walled garden on the estate above the Suir at Kilmeaden.
3. Lismore Castle GardensHouse and gardens · LismoreWalled and woodland gardens inside the castle demesne, with a contemporary art gallery in the west wing.
4. Ardmore Cliff WalkWalk · ArdmoreAbout 5km of coast loop from the village around Ram Head, past a wrecked crane ship and a holy well.
5. Mahon FallsWaterfall · DungarvanThe waterfall comes down the sandstone face of Coumahon in the Comeraghs, about twenty minutes on foot from the car park.
6. Dunmore EastVillage · Dunmore EastThatched cottages and red sandstone cliffs at the mouth of Waterford Harbour, and the boats still go out.
7. Copper Coast GeoparkCliffs · DungarvanCoves, sea stacks and what is left of the nineteenth century copper mines, on the coast between Tramore and Dungarvan.

1. Ardmore BeachBeach · ArdmoreThe historic town of Ardmore in County Waterford has a wonderful sandy beach Ardmore Beach, which is located near the village centre.
2. Ardmore Open Farm & Mini ZooZoo or aquarium · ArdmoreArdmore Open Farm & Mini Zoo is set across 22 acres of countryside in Ardmore, County Waterford, and provides a relaxed, welcoming day out for families.
3. Ballyquin BeachBeach · ArdmoreBallyquin Beach are located just outside Ardmore in County Waterford.
4. Blackwater DistilleryMuseum · BallyduffJoin Blackwater Distillery, Ballyduff, County Waterford, at their working distillery by the Blackwater River for a behind the scenes tour and tasting of their gins, pot still Irish whisky and more.
5. Cappoquin HouseCastle or historic house · CappoquinCappoquin House, is an 18th Century Georgian mansion, built on the site of an old FitzGerald Castle and enjoys magnificent views over the River Blackwater.
6. Cappoquin House GardensCastle or historic house · CappoquinThe garden at Cappoquin House was laid out in the middle of the 19th century but there are vestiges of earlier periods in walls, gateways and streams.
7. Dromana House GardensCastle or historic house · CappoquinPerched above the River Blackwater 5km south of Cappoquin, County Waterford, Dromana House Gardens are a must visit location.
8. Tourin House & GardensCastle or historic house · CappoquinTourin House and Gardens, near Cappoquin, County Waterford, is open to the public from April through September.
9. Joan Clancy GalleryGallery · DungarvanDiscover art, music and Irish heritage at the Joan Clancy Gallery.
10. The Old Market House Arts CentreGallery · DungarvanThe Old Market House Arts Centre, in Dungarvan is an arts centre for County Waterford.
11. Waterford County MuseumMuseum · DungarvanWaterford County Museum located in Dungarvan, County Waterford, features the history of Dungarvan and district with a series of illustrated panels and displays.
12. Counsellors' Strand, Dunmore EastBeach · Dunmore EastLocated approximately 15km south east of Waterford City, County Waterford, Counsellors' Strand, Dunmore East beach is in a small sheltered cove, enjoyed by both the locals and tourists.
13. Lismore Castle Art GalleryGallery · LismoreLismore Castle Art Gallery is located in Lismore, County Waterford.
14. Lismore Heritage CentreMuseum · LismoreLismore Heritage Centre is tucked away within the old courthouse building in the heart of Lismore town, County Waterford.
15. Lismore LibraryLiterary site · LismoreLismore Library is a full service part of the Waterford City and County Libraries.
16. Stradbally Medieval ChurchAbbey or church · StradballyThe local Church of Ireland church in Stradbally, County Waterford, houses the ruins of a large, medieval house of worship.
17. Coastguard Cultural Centre TramoreGallery · TramoreTake a seat, grab a coffee or lunch and relax in the garden of the Coastguard Cultural Centre and café in Tramore.
18. Waterford Garden TrailGarden · Waterford CityWaterford Garden Trail features 14 delightful Garden attractions throughout County Waterford.
19. Waterford Nature ParkPark · Waterford CityWaterford Nature Park is an oasis of approximately 150 acres, located near Waterford City, in County Waterford.
20. Waterford RoomCastle or historic house · Waterford CityThe Waterford Room in the Central Library at Lady Lane is a special reference room with materials related to local studies.
21. Woodstown BeachBeach · WoodstownWoodstown Beach is a safe and sandy beach located approximately 12km from Waterford City.
22. Ballysaggartmore TowersAncient site · WaterfordBallysaggartmore Towers are imposing gothic style buildings near Lismore in pleasant woodland walks with picnic areas.
23. Ballyscanlon ForestForest park · WaterfordBallyscanlon Forest is located 6.5km west of Tramore on the road to Dungarvan in County Waterford.
24. Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity, WaterfordAbbey or church · WaterfordRenowned architect John Roberts designed the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity, Waterford, which was built in 1793.
25. Curragh BeachBeach · Waterford
26. Dromana GateCastle or historic house · WaterfordDromana Gate is a Hindu Gothic gate dating from around 1830, 5km south of Cappoquin in County Waterford.
27. Dunhill CastleAncient site · WaterfordThe la Poer family built the Dunhill castle in the early 1200’s.
28. Fairbrook House Garden and MuseumCastle or historic house · WaterfordFairbrook House Garden and Museum, Kilmeaden, County Waterford, is a walled garden beside the River Dawn.
29. Garter Lane Arts CentreGallery · WaterfordGarter Lane Arts Centre spans two Georgian buildings, 5 and 22a O'Connell Street, in the heart of Waterford City, and is a renowned base for culture and creativity across many artistic disciplines.
30. Goat Island BeachBeach · WaterfordThis sheltered cove offers golden sands, scenic coastal views, and a peaceful atmosphere perfect for swimming, walking, or relaxing.
31. Goma Contemporary GalleryGallery · WaterfordGoma Contemporary Gallery is Waterford’s foremost contemporary exhibition space and houses artist studios and workshop rooms.
32. Kilfarrassey BeachBeach · WaterfordKilfarrassy Beach is located on the south east coast of the county and is 7 km west of Tramore town.
33. St Patrick’s Gateway CentreAbbey or church · WaterfordSt. Patrick’s Gateway Centre is based within a church which dates back to 1720.
34. The Edmund Rice International Heritage CentreMuseum · Waterford
35. Theatre Royal ToursCastle or historic house · WaterfordGuided tours are available on request.
36. Viking Long Boat and Dragon Slayer SwordAttraction · WaterfordExplore Viking heritage and memorabilia in Waterford City, Ireland’s oldest city founded by the Vikings in 914AD.
37. Waterford Treasures Museums: Freedom PassMuseum · WaterfordWaterford Treasures Museums: Freedom Pass allows visitors to explore 1,000 years of history with one ticket.
38. Waterford Treasures: Irish Museum of TimeMuseum · WaterfordWaterford Treasures: Irish Museum of Time in Waterford City, is Ireland's National Horological Museum.
39. Waterford Treasures: Irish Silver MuseumMuseum · WaterfordWaterford Treasures: Irish Silver Museum in Waterford City, is an intimate and personal collection of silver treasures from Ireland.
40. Waterford Treasures: Irish Wake Museum - Rituals of DeathMuseum · WaterfordWaterford Treasures: Irish Wake Museum - Rituals of Death is Ireland’s first ever wake museum, located in a 15th century alms house in Waterford City.
41. Waterford Treasures: Medieval MuseumMuseum · WaterfordThe Waterford Treasures: Medieval Museum is the only museum of its kind in Ireland, purpose built over the 13th century Choristers’ Hall and the 15th century Mayor’s Wine Vault.
42. Waterford Treasures: Splendour & Scandal at the Bishop's PalaceCastle or historic house · WaterfordWaterford Treasures: Splendour & Scandal at the Bishop's Palace is a reenactor led tour, where guests enjoy the luxurious surroundings of Bishop’s Palace in Waterford City.
43. Whiting Bay BeachBeach · WaterfordInishturk Island is accessed by ferry from Roonagh Pier in County Mayo or Cleggan in County Galway.
44. William Vincent Wallace PlazaAttraction · WaterfordViewed from across the river, the plaza echoes the spires of the city.

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