Local Attractions

Ireland’s largest Christmas festival, and now the European City of Christmas, will return to Waterford in November and December for its 13th year with an even bigger and more festive program. Waterford, Ireland’s oldest city, will once again be transformed into a magical Winterval wonderland as it welcomes 1.8 unique festival visitors throughout its 21-day celebration.

A walled city of Viking Origin, founded by Viking Traders in 914 and renowned for over two hundred years for the beauty of its cut glass and the magnificence of its architecture.

Boasting one of the largest private collections of plants globally & described as ‘A Great Garden of the World’ the entire collection features plants from every continent.

Authentic Japanese Gardens are set in the beautiful seaside town of Tramore, County Waterford, Ireland.

Curraghmore House & Gardens has an impressive 1,000 acres of formal gardens, woodland and grazing fields.

Discover the beauty of Waterford on foot with a network of scenic walking trails that showcase the county’s mountains, coastline, woodlands, and charming countryside.

The 46km Waterford Greenway takes you from city to sea, with viaducts, tunnels, Viking heritage, and breathtaking views of rivers, mountains, and coastline along the way.

The Irish Experience offers you exceptional and unique Adventure Experiences along Ireland’s visually stunning Southeast coastline.

Set sail from Adelphi Quay and soak up the magnificent views of the River Suir, as you make your way to Cheek Point where you’ll board the Barrow Princess.

The Hook Lighthouse is also one of the oldest operational lighthouses in the world, the present structure dates back 800 years to the Medieval tower of Hook.

The Sea Gardener, Marie Power, guides visitors along Waterford’s Copper Coast to explore edible plants and connect with the land and sea.