Location: Waterford
Top Things to do in Waterford
Top Restaurants in Waterford
What to do and see in Waterford, Province of Munster: The Best Things to do Good for Big Groups
Waterford (from Old Norse Veðrafjǫrðr, meaning "ram (wether) fjord", Irish: Port Láirge) is a city in Ireland. It is in County Waterford in the south east of Ireland and is part of the province of Munster. The city is situated at the head of Waterford Harbour. It is the oldest and the fifth most populous city in the Republic of Ireland. It is the eighth most populous city on the island of Ireland. Waterford City and County Council is the local government authority for the city. Waterford is known for Waterford Crystal, a legacy of the city's former glass-making industry.
Restaurants in Waterford
1. Pure Adventure Day Tours
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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!
2. Jack Burtchaell Waterford Walking Tours
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5.0 based on 125 reviews
Walking tours of the historic core of Waterford city, known as the Viking Triangle. The tour lasts 1 hour and covers over a 1,000 years of history, and includes four National Monuments, two Cathedrals and introduces the visitor to a range of rakes, rogues, reprobates and revolutionaries who enlivened the city's history.
3. Epic Tour of the Viking Triangle
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5.0 based on 78 reviews
Its the only guided tour in Ireland, that gives you access to five national monuments ranging in date from 1190AD to 1783, it is a wonderful way for visitors to get an overview of Irish history both the historic and archaeological treasures and also experience the developments in architecture over a period of a thousand years as visitors transverse the Viking Triangle.
4. All Ireland Chauffeur Tours
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5.0 based on 62 reviews
All Ireland chauffeur tours offers customised private tours all over Ireland. We are the longest established Chauffeur Company in Ireland Founded in 1928 , All Ireland chauffeur tours offers an all Mercedes fleet, chauffeur/guides and a variety of wonderful tours of Dublin, Cork, Galway, Waterford the wild Atlantic Way. Our customised tours are designed just for your private group. Liana and her team of knowledgeable chauffeurs and her award winning attention to detail would be delighted to look after you when you visit Ireland.
5. Coumshingaun Lough
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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.
6. Waterford Greenway
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5.0 based on 646 reviews
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
7. The Great Escape Waterford
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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
8. King of the Vikings
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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.
9. Axe Junkies Urban Axe Throwing
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5.0 based on 11 reviews
What Is Axe Throwing? Think of it as darts but with an axe! We think it’s one of the most exciting and fun activities that you can do. Did we mention how satisfying hitting a bullseye is! You’ll be slinging axes side by side against your friends or colleagues, hitting bullseyes and cheering on your mates. All backed up with great music and atmosphere and a chance to socialise between throws.
Reviewed By K4392CAjasonl - Toronto, Canada
Wow what an experience. The craic was mighty here & such a different outing for everyone. Couldn't recommend this place any higher, the host (Mark) has the right attitude with professionalism & banter to tailor to any kind of customer. Can't wait to head back to throw another few axes, thanks for having us Mark :D
10. House Of Waterford Crystal
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4.5 based on 3,658 reviews
Originally founded by George and William Penrose in 1783, Waterford crystal is world-renowned for quality and beauty. Have you seen someone blow molten crystal into a vase? Check out the factory tour. Visitors are guided through the factory to see experienced craftsmen at work, creating new crystal pieces. The factory is open to tours, contact the company for details.
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