- Waterford Crystal Visitor Centre: Located in Waterford City, this iconic attraction showcases the craft of the world-famous Waterford Crystal. Visitors can expect guided factory tours to see artisans cutting and engraving glass, a showroom displaying intricate crystal pieces, and a retail store. The experience includes insights into the brand’s 200-year history and a café for refreshments.
- Viking Triangle: A historic district in Waterford City, reflecting its 9th-century Viking roots. Visitors can expect to explore Reginald’s Tower, Ireland’s oldest civic building, with Viking artifacts; the Medieval Museum, showcasing treasures like the 15th-century Great Charter Roll; and the Bishop’s Palace, with Georgian artifacts. Guided walking tours bring the city’s 1,100-year history to life.
- Copper Coast UNESCO Global Geopark: A 25km coastal stretch between Tramore and Dungarvan, named for its 19th-century copper mining. Visitors can expect scenic drives or walks along cliffs, beaches, and coves like Bunmahon, with a visitor center in Bunmahon explaining the area’s geology. Highlights include Tankardstown’s mining ruins and opportunities for surfing or kayaking.
- Lismore Castle and Gardens: A 12th-century castle in Lismore, partially converted into a stately home, with stunning gardens. Visitors can expect access to the 7-acre gardens, featuring sculptures, a yew walk, and views of the Blackwater River. The castle’s private interiors are occasionally open for events, and the nearby Lismore Heritage Centre offers historical insights.
- Dungarvan Castle: A 12th-century Anglo-Norman castle in Dungarvan, overlooking the harbor. Visitors can expect free guided tours of the restored barracks and castle grounds, with exhibits on its military history. The scenic setting, near Dungarvan’s vibrant town with its farmers’ market and restaurants, makes it a charming stop.
- Mahon Falls: A dramatic 80-meter waterfall in the Comeragh Mountains near Bunmahon. Visitors can expect a scenic 4km round-trip walk from the car park, with views of cascading water and rugged peaks. The trail is family-friendly, and the surrounding Comeragh Drive offers additional vistas and picnic spots.
- Tramore Beach and Amusement Park: A popular seaside resort with a 5km sandy beach and amusement park. Visitors can expect swimming, surfing, or strolling along the promenade, with family-friendly rides, arcades, and mini-golf at the amusement park. The nearby cliff walk offers coastal views, and Tramore’s lively cafés and pubs add to the holiday vibe.
- Ardmore Village and Cliff Walk: A picturesque coastal village, one of Ireland’s oldest Christian sites, with a 12th-century round tower and St. Declan’s ruins. Visitors can expect a 4km cliff walk with Atlantic views, visits to the ancient cathedral, and a sandy beach for relaxation. Ardmore’s quaint streets and seafood restaurants enhance the experience.
- Waterford Greenway: A 46km off-road cycling and walking trail from Waterford City to Dungarvan, following an old railway line. Visitors can expect scenic routes through viaducts, tunnels, and countryside, with highlights like the River Suir and Mount Congreve Gardens. Bike rentals and shuttle services make it accessible for all ages.
- Mount Congreve Gardens: An 18th-century estate near Kilmeaden with one of Ireland’s finest ornamental gardens. Visitors can expect 70 acres of woodlands, walled gardens, and over 3,000 plant species, including rhododendrons and magnolias. The restored Georgian house offers tours (seasonal), and a tearoom provides a relaxing stop.
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Ireland’s county Waterford is steeped in Viking and medieval history, with Waterford City’s Reginald’s Tower and Viking Triangle showcasing ancient artefacts. The Copper Coast, a UNESCO Geopark, offers dramatic coastal walks, while the Lismore Castle gardens provide serene beauty. Other attractions include the beaches of Tramore and historic Dunmore East. Waterford is Ireland’s 21st largest county by size (1,838 square km) and 20th largest by population (127,363). Population peaked at 196,187 in 1841 and reached its lowest point, 71,439 in 1961. In terms of hospitality, Waterford is Ireland’s ninth most visited tourist county with around 225,000 international visitors per year.
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