Top Waterford Day Trips

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.

If you're keen to understand Irish history beyond the modern day, then a visit to Waterford Treasures: Medieval Museum is a must. As Ireland’s only purpose-built medieval museum, it houses artefacts you simply won't find anywhere else. Marvel at some of Europe’s rarest medieval treasures, and gain a deeper insight into a fascinating period of time. As you explore, enjoy an immersive and engaging experience you won't get from a history book alone.

We are going to start our great journey visiting Rock of Cashel known as well as Cashel of the Kings. You will find out about the different roles Rock Cashel has played through history. This is a fantastic site which is home to the ruins of a great Celtic Cathedral. Our next stop will be Kilkenny known as the Marble city because of its distinctive black marble. Do you know people from Kilkenny are often referred to as “cats” … We will visit as self guide Cahir castle, one of Ireland´s largest castle Kilkenny’s Medieval Mile with narrow streetscapes, its well -preserved historical buildings and landmarks. An easily walkable city worth visiting