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Waterford (Irish: Port Láirge [pˠɔɾˠt̪ˠ ˈl̪ˠaːɾʲ(ə)ɟə]) is a city in County Waterford in the south-east of Ireland. It is located within the province of Munster. The city is situated at the head of Waterford Harbour. It is the oldest and the fifth most populous city in the Republic of Ireland.
- Mount Congreve Estate Gardens. Head to Mount Congreve Estate in County Waterford and explore its glorious gardens. Wander around the walled garden and marvel at the three thousand strong collection of trees and shrubs in the woodland garden.
- Waterford Treasures. Waterford Treasures comprises three Museums each set in historic buildings all of which are located within minutes walk of each other in Waterford's historic city centre in an area known as the Viking Triangle.
- Waterford Greenway Cycle Tours. Waterford Greenway Cycle Tours and Bike Hire serving the Waterford Greenway between Waterford City, Kilmacthomas & Dungarvan.
- Waterford City Food and Craft Market. Waterford City Food and Craft Market takes place on Saturdays from 10am-4pm in Waterford city, County Waterford. It offers the best variety of quality, specialised and locally produced foods for locals and visitors to enjoy.
- Kickstart your trip in the Viking Triangle. Fun Fact:Waterford was founded by the Vikings in the 10th century. Presently, the Vikings Triangle’s current location is where you can find Waterford’s best and top sights and attractions.
- Step back to the days in the King of the Vikings. This 30-minute virtual reality experience should make it to your list of things to do in Waterford after it opened for tourism purposes in 2017.
- To Watch the making of fine crystals in the House of Waterford Crystal. The House of Waterford Crystal gives you the chance to see how these fine crystals from Waterford are handcrafted.
- Visit Ireland’s one and only Medieval Museum. Walk back to the Medieval times as you visit the Medieval Museum in Waterford. Be sure not to miss it as it is the only museum in Ireland which is entirely dedicated to showcasing the medieval times in the country.
Waterford City is the capital of the Sunny South East of Ireland and Ireland's oldest city. The city hosts a number of festivals during the year including the ever-popular Spraoi. Waterford is one of the famous Viking Cities of Ireland.
Apr 6, 2023 · Something of a hidden gem in Ireland, Waterford contains the most extensive and best curated gardens in Ireland. Waterford city is the oldest city in Ireland and as such has a lot of historical places to visit. However, it is also a living city, and there are a lot of modern things to see and do too, which we’ve listed for you here.
- Jillian Ellis
Reputed to be Ireland’s oldest city – with a Christian parish that predates even St Patrick – Waterford is certainly richly decked in Viking tales, architecture, finery and folklore. Even its name, from the Norse meaning “ram fjord”, holds fast to the city’ pedigree.
Located in Ireland’s Ancient East, Waterford has a little bit of everything. Packed into this coastal county, you’ll find a bustling city, stunning beaches, an epic mountain range, and quaint seaside towns and villages.
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