Top Things to do in County Waterford
Top 10 Things to do Adventurous in County Waterford, Province of Munster
Discover the best top things to do in County Waterford, Ireland including Oceanics Surf School, Freedom Surf School & Adventure, RallyConnection, Dunmore Adventure, Pure Adventure Day Tours, Mayfield Birds of Prey, Coumshingaun Lough, The Great Escape Waterford, King of the Vikings, Mahon Falls (a.k.a. Eas na Machan).
Restaurants in County Waterford
1. Oceanics Surf School
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 30 reviews
Ireland's longest established professional surf school, catering for individuals, groups, schools, adults, kids and families with; Surf Lessons, Surf Camps, Family Fun Sessions, Coastal Hikes- CoastHacking, Educational Tours, Marine Education Curriculum Programs. For more information check out our website.
2. Freedom Surf School & Adventure
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 92 reviews
An Award winning Surf School with over 35 years of experience .Guaranteed fun at our Authentic Beach Cottage facility Activities,Surfing, Stand Up Paddle Boarding , Bodyboarding,Nordic Walking,Team Challanges,Ecology Hikes.Equipment Hire.Located in an authentic Irish Setting surrounded by cottages just a stones throw from the beach.Facilities include ,indoor lecture room,Male & Female changing rooms,Hot Showers, Coffee Bar- indoor & outoor eating areas .Irish Language Activity Programmes. Approved by The Irish Surfing Association & Failte Ireland.Sponsored by Billabong.Open All Year.
3. RallyConnection
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 39 reviews
Our specially designed and constructed 'special stage' at 'RallyConnection' reproduces the most testing rallying you are ever likely to experience. The ideal proving ground for novice and experienced drivers alike. Level 1 is a tarmac stage over 1km in length with fast straights and 5 hairpins. After you are tuitioned to navigate this techincal stage it is possible to reach speeds in excess of 120km/h !! Whether you are a complete novice, intermediate or experienced driver, Rallyconnection concentrates on improving your rallying skills in a friendly and professional atmosphere. All our instructors have a vast wealth of competitive rallying experience. They have competed at the highest level of rallying throughout Ireland in championships such as: National Forestry Championship Southeast stages The Dunlop National Rally Championship Your personal safety is our instructors priority! They will also insure you have an exhilarating experience at Rallyconnection.
Reviewed By JLulu217 - Cork, Ireland
First time driving a rally car like this and it surpassed all expectations and hopes. Super staff, very friendly and helpful throughout the day. Great course and gives you a chance to experience something like no other. One of the best things I’ve ever done and will definitely be back for more. Can’t praise this highly enough.
4. Dunmore Adventure
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 158 reviews
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.
5. Pure Adventure Day Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 16 reviews
Pure Adventure takes you into the heart of the countryside traveling along Ireland's natural arteries. We offer chilled out Canoe tours, Thrilling white water kayaking, Stunning Sea kayaking and the feeling of Walking on water with our Stand Up Paddle boards. Pure Adventure is Owner operated and we pride ourselves on giving you an experience you will never forget!
6. Mayfield Birds of Prey
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 190 reviews
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!
7. Coumshingaun Lough
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 57 reviews
Reviewed By gaffneym
Best to do thhis on a sunny day to get the most out of it. To complete the hike up over and down takes around 3 and half hours, can be a bit dangerous bit of climbing involved would advise to bring proper hiking boots or runners. Also bring water and food with you. Once you reach the top the views are amazing if your bringing kids i would advise not to climb fully up over and down as concentration is required. U can bring kids to the lake there thou.
8. The Great Escape Waterford
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 128 reviews
We are Waterford's premiere escape room. Featuring top of the range facilities and games which have been rigorously play tested, you're guaranteed a fantastic session - no matter your ability! Following a briefing session, you’ll be locked into one of our themed rooms. You’ll have 60 minutes to explore the room for clues, keys, combinations and much more. Work together to escape in time!
Reviewed By paulapJ2311LQ
Went as a family. Cryptic clues at game of thrones room. Had a great hour of fun. Definitely worth a visit. Owner really nice and obliging. Great fun
9. King of the Vikings
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 277 reviews
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.
10. Mahon Falls (a.k.a. Eas na Machan)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 139 reviews
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)
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