Waterford Tour

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Waterford is distinguished by a much admired, very beautiful and richly historic harbor. Hook lighthouse at the eastern entrance, reputedly the oldest lighthouse in Europe, is a sturdy sentinel and in contrast to the softer and more cosy setting on the Western side. The heart of Waterford is crammed with character from its two great cathedrals to colourful off-quay alleyways, elegant shops and a rich array of hotels, restaurants and bars. Its world-renowned crystal places Waterford the equal of many great European centres in flair and artistry. It is a compact city and has been described as the Salzburg of Ireland.

Dunmore East

Dunmore East, Irelands most picturesque fishing and holiday village in the south east, 16 kilometers from Waterford City. Dunmore East is a village rich in history. For a holiday maker of today looking for a place to stop over night, or for a get away holiday in an area of beauty and tranquility, Dunmore East is the ideal place.

John F Kennedy Arboretum

Dedicated to the memory of John F Kennedy, President of the United States from 1960 - 1963, the Arboretum is a plant collection of international standing. It covers 623 acres on the southern slopes and summit of Slieve Coillte. It contains 4,500 types of trees and shrubs from all temperate regions of the world, planted in botanical sequence. A visitor center houses exhibitions and audio visual shows.

Kilkenny Castle

Kilkenny Castle was built in 1192 by William Marshall. The castle was bought by the powerful Butler family in 1391, and their descendants continued to live there until 1935. The grounds are well kept and very beautiful. You'll see a rose garden, a fountain, a park and a well kept children's playground in the court yard. Inside the castle is a remarkable Gallery because of its vividly painted ceilings and extensive portrait collection of the Butler family.

Lismore Castle Gardens

The gardens of Lismore are located in Lismore, Co. Waterford. The gardens are set in seven acres within the 17th century outer defensive walls and have spectacular views of the castle. The gardens are believed to be the oldest in Ireland retaining much of their original jacobean form.

Mount Congreve Gardens

The gardens of Mount Congreve, situated at a sheltered bend along the River Suir near Waterford at the south eastern coast of Ireland, covers over seven hundred acres. The garden has a world class collection of Magnolias, Camellias, Azaleas, Yakushimanum Hybrids and many more. Mount Congreve, the creation of Ambrose Congreve, is a magnificent landscape on a grand scale.

Reginald's Tower

Reginald's Tower is the oldest urban civic building in Ireland and Waterford's best known edifice. The Vikings built a tower on this site as a defense against the native Irish from outside the city walls. When the city fell to the Normans in 1170 A.D.the tower was occupied by Strongbow who used it as a prison. It was here that the last Viking king of the city was executed.

St. Canices Cathedral

The 13th Century Cathedral of St. Canices is the second largest Cathedral in Ireland. The architectural style of the Cathedral is early Gothic and it is built of Limestone. The Cathedral has been carefully preserved in its own original style and form. It is richly endowed with many stained glass windows and the east Lancelet window is a replica of the original.

The Cosy Thatch Pub

The Cosy Thatch in Kilmeaden is Waterford's most entertaining and friendly pub. The cottage dates from 1475 and was licensed in 1780 as a public house. The pub is were news and entertainment was shared, drink, tobacco, groceries were bought and the dead were waked. The Cosy Thatch continues to fulfill the duty as the local hostelry and the wake tradition to this day.

Waterford Castle

Waterford Castle, located 2 miles from Waterford City, is uniquely situated on its own private 310 acre island on the River Suir, surrounded by woodlands and an 18 hole championship golf course. Waterford Castle offers accommodation of a superb standard and is currently the only deluxe hotel in the south east of Ireland.

Waterford Crystal

Waterford Crystal designs, manufactures and markets an extensive range of crystal objects d'art, stemware and gifts for distribution through out the world. The Waterford Crystal visitor center is home to the worlds largest display of Waterford Crystal, beautifully displayed in their bright, airy retail store.

Waterford's Treasures Museum

Waterford Treasures: The riverside Granary on Waterford’s quay houses one of Ireland’s most interactive museums. Drawing on Waterford’s uniquely important collection of
historic treasures including Viking jewellery, the magnificently illustrated 14th century Great Charter Roll, Henry VIII’s cap of maintenance, and old glass, the Museum (which also houses a giftshop, craftworkers gallery, exhibition gallery and restaurant) celebrates the story of Ireland’s oldest city, aided by 7 audio-visual displays and interactive pods.

Golf - Faithlegg Golf Club

Faithlegg Golf Club, located just outside Waterford City in south eastern Ireland is one of the finest clubs in Ireland offering the perfect championship parkland golf course. Faithlegg Golf Course provides a haven of tranquility second to none.

Golf - Waterford Castle Golf Club

The unique Waterford Castle Hotel and Golf Club is Ireland's only true island golf course resort. Completely detached from the mainland and the only golf course in Ireland to be accessed by private ferry.

On this privately owned 310 acre island, home of the world renowned Waterford Castle Hotel, sits a wonderful parkland golf course. Designed by Des Smyth, former Ryder Cup player and current European tour member, and opened in 1992, this 18-hole, par 72 championship golf course leads you through mature woodland and parkland. The course itself runs to 6,814 yards, off the medal tees, and covers an area of over 200 acres.

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