10 Things to do Good for Kids in County Waterford That You Shouldn't Miss

September 26, 2021 Russell Mellin

Discover the best top things to do in County Waterford, Ireland including Dunmore Adventure, Mayfield Birds of Prey, Passage East Car Ferry, Waterford Greenway, King of the Vikings, Curraghmore House and Gardens, Reginald's Tower, Waterford Treasures Medieval Museum, Mahon Falls (a.k.a. Eas na Machan), Waterford County Museum.
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1. Dunmore Adventure

The Harbour, Dunmore East Ireland +353 51 383 783 [email protected] http://www.dunmoreadventure.com
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5.0 based on 158 reviews

Dunmore Adventure

This is where the fun begins! Water sports & Land activities in a stunning location in the sunniest part of Ireland - the Sunny Southeast. We welcome both Adults and Children, groups and individuals, and cater for all abilities. Activities include: The infamous Wibit Wipeout Aquapark, Kayaking, Archery, Powerfan Freefall, Sailing, Climbing, Caving, Canoeing, Kayaking, SUP, Powerboat and Sailing courses. Summer Camps for kids from 6 yrs - teenagers run all summer long. Fully approved by NGB's and the Irish Tourist Board. Activities available from 1hr to a full day, must be booked in advance.

Reviewed By lindacT6850PZ

Dunmore East Adventure Centre is the best run adventure centre. They have a safety video for all to minimise the risk of injury. They have a fantastic team who make the experience so special for everyone. The wibbit is an hour long experience which is a group of inflatable on the water, including a climbing wall, jumping area and slide. It is really well supervised by the staff. They also have other outdoor activities such as kayaks, supertankers, windsurfing, sailing, and a climbing wall. They have indoor activities such as archery, caving and an indoor climbing wall. The changing rooms and shower areas are excellent, equipment is well maintained. Customers can bring their own wetsuits or avail of the centres wetsuits. Everyone is given a lifejacket for health & safety reasons. Remember to bring old running shoes or booties.... There is a well stocked shop and a fantastic cafe upstairs with delicious pizza's. The view is amazing. It is definitely a fantastic experience and you return. The staff are amazing and have gone above and beyond to keep our children safe while having such fun.

2. Mayfield Birds of Prey

Union Road Kilmacthomas Centre Workhouses, Kilmacthomas Ireland +353 86 213 4367 [email protected] http://www.falconryinireland.com
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5.0 based on 190 reviews

Mayfield Birds of Prey

Currently Closed & Not Opened Again For Business Until 3rd September 2019 Booking in advance is essential. Mayfield Birds of Prey offers you an opportunity to meet, handle and fly a variety of these wonderful birds. This is an attraction suitable for all the family. We can guarantee excitement, fun and lots of photographic opportunites. The falconer can take you back in time to experience and participate in the ancient art of Falconry. An unforgettable experience will be had by all at Mayfield Birds of Prey.

Reviewed By amandasN8087EL - Dayton, United States

What can we say?!? A truly magical experience. Willie is so informative and passionate about his birds. He talked us through the whole process and made sure each of us was comfortable and all of the access that we wanted to the birds that day. We held owls, flew a Harris Hawk outdoors, and learned a lot about their care. It was a once in a lifetime experience!

3. Passage East Car Ferry

Barrack Street, Passage East Ireland +353 51 382 480 [email protected] http://www.passageferry.ie
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5.0 based on 68 reviews

Passage East Car Ferry

Our ferry sails between Passage East, Co Waterford and Ballyhack, Co Wexford. It caters for cars, caravans, camper vans, motor cyclists, cyclists and foot passengers. We have a range of discounted tickets for commuters and regular users. Visit our website for more information, tickets can be purchased on board or online. As you descend into the River Suir Valley to the Scenic Passage East Ferry, you are now on a voyage of discovery, exploring the rich Viking and Norman heritage in this historic corner of Ireland’s Ancient East. There is so much to explore and discover on both sides of this historic estuary, from the Viking Triangle in Waterford to the Norman Trail in Co Wexford; the Hook Peninsula Lighthouse, haunted houses, cookery schools, adventure parks, stunning beaches, golf courses, the Copper Coastline, President Kennedy’s ancestral home, to the “Dunbrody” emigration ship, to local mountains, wildlife and of course the world famous Waterford Crystal.

Reviewed By gracemurph - Dublin, Ireland

We used the ferry to get to hook lighthouse duncannon fort Loftus Hall. It was very quick only a couple of minutes. The kids loved it. Very well priced at €12 return. Saved road travel time as well.

4. Waterford Greenway

46 klm of old disused railway line now a cycle and pedestrian route between Waterford and Dungarvan., Waterford Ireland +353 58 45273 [email protected] http://www.visitwaterfordgreenway.com
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5.0 based on 646 reviews

Waterford Greenway

Waterford Greenway is a spectacular 46 km off-road cycling and walking trail along an old railway line which runs between Waterford and Dungarvan. From the Viking City alongside the River Suir, out by Mount Congreve Gardens, through Kilmacthomas, across eleven bridges, over three impressive viaducts and through a 400m long tunnel; with wonderful views of the Comeragh Mountains and Dungarvan Bay.

Reviewed By renaultwrc - Waterford, Ireland

Absolutely fabulous, walking or cycling it's a pleasure, coastal and inland old railway line converted to this stunning Greenway, try pint in old world pub along the way or coffee or tea and scones in Kilmacthomas old workhouse ,you will return many times guaranteed

5. King of the Vikings

10 Bailey's New Street Viking Triangle, Waterford X91 A0PF Ireland +353 76 110 2676 [email protected] http://www.kingofthevikings.com
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King of the Vikings

King of the Vikings - The World's First Viking Virtual Reality 3D Adventure, bringing you up close and personal with the Viking warlords who founded Waterford Ireland's oldest city! Housed in a replica Viking house within the atmospheric ruins of a medieval monastery in the heart of the Viking city. Next to Reginald's Tower where the Treasures of Viking Waterford and a fullsize Viking longship. Available in English, French and German. Cost of admission is only €5.00 for an Under 12 and only €10.00 for an adult. Currently CLOSED for annual maintenance, from 6th January till Fri.13th March 2020.

Reviewed By Seehanes

Visitors are strongly advised to book in advance for this virtual reality experience due to limited capacity - visits last thirty minutes and only ten people can be accommodated during each session. Within the Viking Triangle, so rich in history and museum experiences, this novel format brings that Viking history to life in an unforgettable manner that should be greatly enjoyed by people of all ages and interest levels - you cannot help but feel thoroughly engaged. With a son who suffers from travel sickness, this virtual reality experience posed no problem for him. Situated in a replica Viking house within the ruins of the Franciscan friary, the costumed staff skilfully aided visitors to use the apparatus effectively. In fact no skill was needed - the staff ensured that everybody's experience was optimised. Potential improvements, in my opinion, would include greater sensory engagement such as water spray (from the sea or discarded waste), blasts of heat when there are fires, or release of smells to coincide with cooking, other domestic situations, or proximity to livestock. Apart from the brief thrill (or horror?) of seeing rats at your feet, I think the fear / shock factor could have been considerably heightened. If there is concern for the welfare of younger children, then perhaps headsets could have two different settings (one milder experience, and one more dramatic one). Nevertheless this is unquestionably a worthwhile addition to Waterford's attractions.

6. Curraghmore House and Gardens

Curraghmore House For best access, drive into village of Portlaw and follow signage., Portlaw X91 CH28 Ireland +353 86 821 1917 [email protected] http://curraghmorehouse.ie/
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4.5 based on 100 reviews

Curraghmore House and Gardens

Curraghmore House is the home to the 9th Marquis of Waterford and his family. This estate is Irelands largest private demense with over 2500 acres. Tours are now available through this historic home where visitors "step back in time " and enjoy the wonderful stories about the colourful characters that have lived on the estate. Hidden in the shrubbery near the main house,is the most enchanting Shell House,created by Catherine Countess of Tyrone in 1754. The grounds of Curraghmore House,were laid out by the first de la poer-Beresford Earl of Tyrone around 1750 and provide a splendid example of an eighteenth century romantic landscape ,with the house as its centrepiece. In front of the house is the garden in the French manner designed by Louisa,third Lady Waterford. It's formal terraces,with balustrades and statuary,overlook a man made lake. The present day Lord and Lady Waterford are country people by tradition. Farming ,hunting and breeding horses continues as it did centuries ago.

7. Reginald's Tower

The Quay, Waterford Ireland http://www.waterfordtreasures.com/reginalds-tower
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4.5 based on 637 reviews

Reginald's Tower

Reviewed By WW_Traveller023 - Kirrawee, Australia

The town is a short walk away and we headed to 'Reginald's Tower', it is the last tower remaining from numerous incarnations of a fort that was here from the 10th Century. It is named after the Viking King 'Reginall or Reginald' who conquered this place and set up a Viking town in the late 900's. The tower is 3 storeys high and has sen a lot of history since then, including being used by 'Strongbow' (the leader of the Anglo-Norman invasion force) and visits by King John and King James II as well as serving time as a munitions store and prison. There are very interesting displays on all the floors.

8. Waterford Treasures Medieval Museum

Cathedral Square Viking Triangle, Waterford X91 K10E Ireland +353 76 110 2501 [email protected] http://www.waterfordtreasures.com/
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4.5 based on 1,114 reviews

Waterford Treasures Medieval Museum

The magnificent curved facade of the warm butter-coloured stone building draws in the visitor. The eye-catching giant sculpture on the gable was inspired by a tiny 13th century belt mount found in Waterford. It is Ireland’s only purpose-built medieval museum and the only building on the island to incorporate two medieval chambers, the 13th century Choristers’ Hall and the 15th century Mayor’s Wine Vault. Don't miss the stunning Heavens' Embroidered Cloths, Waterford's cloth-of-gold 15th century vestments, the only piece of clothing from King Henry VIII's reign to survive in the world - the 'Cap of Maintenance' and the Great Charter Roll from 1373, containing the earliest contemporary portrait of a medieval English king (Edward III) shown to Queen Elizabeth on her 2011 state visit to Ireland. These and many more unique artefacts await you on your guided tour of the award wining Medieval Museum.

Reviewed By straea

When I arrived here around opening time yesterday, their early guided tours were fully booked with cruise ship passengers. Having read recent reviews here and some replies from staff, I thought coming back when they had space on a tour would be best. So I bought a combination ticket with Bishop's Palace, they called over there to confirm I'd be able to take a guided tour there in a few minutes, and I headed next door. I came back here for a guided tour about 90 minutes later. My tour guide, Liam, was fantastic — funny, interesting, and a great storyteller. The tour lasted about 40-45 minutes. I stayed on my own afterwards (as you are welcome to do) watching the introductory films (there is a 10-minute one on the second floor and a 15-minute one on the first floor) and viewing the objects we'd skipped on the highlights tour. As an historical researcher, I was personally especially fascinated by the unique Great Charter of Waterford and the medieval book of civic records of Waterford (both of which we viewed on the guided tour). While I was looking around on my own, a couple more guided tours cane through with different guides. Each guide seems to have their own style. Highly recommended for those interested in Irish history and/or medieval history.

9. Mahon Falls (a.k.a. Eas na Machan)

Comeragh Mountains Ireland http://www.discoverireland.ie/Activities-Adventure/scenic-area-mahon-falls/44608
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4.5 based on 139 reviews

Mahon Falls (a.k.a. Eas na Machan)

Reviewed By TarrenvdB - Ireland, null

The road leading to Mahon Falls is typically Irish: you desperately hope you don't meet anyone coming down the road towards you because it's so narrow!! The view is literally enough to turn an atheist agnostic. The Comeragh mountain tops are so high that the iuds were hiding them. There isn't a photograph that can do justice to the beauty and peace of the area. Some facts: 1) There is structured, free parking for visitors 2) Entry is free 3) It's in the mode of nowhere, so there's no toilets at the place 4) The pathway from the parking to the falls is longish, and very well maintained. Mostly wheelchair accessible 5) You can walk up the side of the falls too if you're fit and adventurous enough 6) There are lots of goats, and they leave lots of droppings all over the pathway 7) There's a bit of litter around as there're no dustbins anywhere. So if you're the litter pick up types, remember your picker, gloves and rubbish bag (to help people who's mammy didn't raise them right)

10. Waterford County Museum

St. Augustine Street,, Dungarvan Ireland +353 58 45960 http://www.waterfordmuseum.ie/exhibit/web
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Waterford County Museum

A museum dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of County Waterford. Completely renovated in 2009, admission is free of charge. The museum is open Monday to Friday during the Winter and early Spring. It also opens on Saturday afternoons during the Summer and Autumn months. The museum is a non profit, registered charity, community run organisation that has won several national and international awards for it's work preserving the localities history.

Reviewed By Q7840EUdanl - Bunbury, Australia

This is a wonderful museum featuring the history of the County from early settlement to the 20th century. There is a wealth of exhibits, information panels, paintings, ships' fittings, photographs and more. Friendly staff and available to enthusiastically answer any query. The museum is located in the former Town Hall and FREE admission.

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