Top Waterford Walking Tours

Go behind the scenes and gain a better understanding of the time and work that goes into crystal making on this tour of the House of Waterford Crystal factory. Your guide explains the step-by-step process of crystal making, as you wander the rooms where different techniques are used along the way. Meet a few of the high-end crystal makers, and visit the retail store where you can explore one of the world’s largest displays of Waterford Crystals.

Get your bearings and uncover a side to Waterford you might otherwise miss on this historical walking tour of the city —covering everything from the Viking to the Victorian era. Follow your guide through the ancient Irish city, and learn 1,000 years of history. Pass by several national monuments, including Bishop’s Palace, Thomas Francis Meagher’s 33 The Mall, Reginald's Tower, and Greyfriars, a medieval Franciscan friary. Gain insight into Ireland’s storied past and learn of the invasions, battles, and victories that shaped the country. Admire archaeological treasures from past centuries and trace Ireland’s architecture through the generations.