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Journey Overview

Get to know the tangle of streets of Waterford by taking a Waterford City Walking Tour with brilliant master storyteller Jack Burtchaell, who will reveal tales of historic rogues and rascals.

Get up close and personal with the Viking warlords in a replica Viking house, who founded Waterford, Ireland’s oldest city, at the world’s first Viking Virtual Reality 3D Adventure – King of the Vikings. Located along Reginald’s Tower where the Treasure of Viking Waterford and a full-size Viking long ship are displayed.

Viking Triangle

Waterford Viking Triangle is Waterford’s Cultural and Heritage quarter. A tranquil place, characterised by narrow streets, atmospheric public spaces and an array of cultural & heritage attractions. Be sure to check out the three museums in the Viking Triangle (Medieval Museum, Bishop’s Palace and Reginald’s Tower).

Medieval Museum

The award-winning Medieval Museum is the #1 visitor attraction in Waterford on TripAdvisor and is home to some of the greatest treasures in Europe, including the ‘Cloth of Gold’ vestments, as well as the only piece of clothing left in the world to survive that belonged to King Henry VIII.

Bishop's Palace

The Bishop’s Palace Museum houses a display of Waterford treasures from 1700 to the 20th Century, and gives visitors a wonderful insight into the history of what was, up until the 1750s, Ireland’s second city.

Reginald's Tower

Reginald Tower, in Waterford City, has played a pivotal role in the country's history and now hosts a major new exhibition of Waterford Treasures. This superb collection relates the story of Waterford’s Viking heritage.

Waterford Crystal

The House of Waterford Crystal in Waterford City boasts the world's largest collection of Waterford Crystal. Visitors can watch craftsmen at work, visit the large store showcasing a range of pieces or have a coffee in the coffee shop.

Copper Coast Drive

Enjoy this stunning and unspoilt 40km long coastal drive which takes you from the seaside resort of Tramore, before winding its way along the coast. En route you’ll see secret beaches and hidden coves, all the way to Dungarvan. Discover the UNESCO designated Copper Coast Geopark on your journey.

If you have more time…

Travel through time and nature along the spectacular 46km off-road cycling and walking trail of the Waterford Greenway. Following the old railway line from Waterford City to the market town of Dungarvan in west Waterford, it crosses eleven bridges, three tall viaducts and a long atmospheric tunnel, all the way from the river to the sea.

Location Waterford

Distance from ports.

Dublin 115 miles / 185 km
Rosslare 49 miles / 78 km

Accommodation options

Granville Hotel
Tower Hotel
Forest Haven

Granville Hotel

Waterford City. A city landmark on the quayside, dating to the 1700s. The hotel offers real Irish hospitality with traditionally-styled rooms and a popular bar and restaurant. Within walking distance to the world famous Waterford Crystal visitors centre, close to the Viking Triangle and ideal for touring the neighbouring counties of Kilkenny, Tipperary and Cork.

Tower Hotel

Waterford City. Close to historic Reginald’s Tower and overlooking the Marina and 100 yards from the House of Waterford Crystal, the hotel offers good value for such a central location, with popular riverside bar and a leisure centre with pool. Just a short stroll away is a choice of shops, restaurants and other local attractions, with several car parks nearby

Forest Haven

Dunmore East, Co Waterford. 5mins walk from Counsellors Strand, only 100m from the village centre, these quality holiday homes are in one of the most popular yet unspoiled resorts on the south coast. 3 bedrooms, double ensuite and 2 twins; sleeps up to 6.