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Waterford CITY Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of South East Ireland
- Duration Range: 2-8 hours
- Group Size: Small groups (up to 15 people)
- Difficulty Level: Easy to Moderate
- Best Season: Year-round
- Recommended For: All ages and fitness levels
Average Tour Price: $75
Lowest Price Tour: $45
Highest Price Tour: $250
23 Available Tour Excursions in Waterford
Take a boat tour to see Hook Lighthouse from the Sea! We will take you on a breath-taking guided boat tour of the Waterford and Wexford Coastline, where you will enjoy tales of Vikings and smugglers as well as meeting first hand some of the marine life that we share the coast with.If you are lucky, you will see dolphins and seals, and plenty of sea birds. The Waterford and Wexford coast is steeped in Maritime History, you will hear where the term 'By Hook or by Crooke' came from, how in 1645 Irish rebels fought and sank the flagship of the English Navy, still lying today beneath the sands. Visit a sea cave where ancient people brought the bones of their dead to enable their passage to the other world, and to top your tour off, some high speed manoeuvres in our Rigid Inflatable Boat - 'Vadrefjord' Boat tour - approximately 1 hour on the water, a safety brief is mandatory prior to boarding.
Price: $46.27
Duration: 1 hours
With tranquility and peace being the order of the day for some adventurers, The Irish Experience offers you the chance to Experience the Beautiful Southern Sunset along the visually stunning coastline of The Hook Peninsula in Ireland's Ancient East. This stunning natural area around The Hook Peninsula in County Wexford is very much steeped in jaw dropping history, with a rich heritage and diverse wildlife, all this surrounded by natural sea cliffs, caves, hidden coves and beaches. Your guide will see that he brings the area to life with his local knowledge! This beautiful set is framed for you by the stunning evening sunset • 3 hour (2.5 hours on the water approx) sunset escape from the riggers of real life • Fully Guided Sunset Experience • Local Guide • Small Group Experience • Snack and Drink Included
Price: $104.10
Duration: 3 hours
This magnificent Georgian residence is a must-see attraction! Come along to the Bishop’s Palace for a tour with the Housekeeper or Butler while the Bishop is away and discover the secrets the house holds. On this special tour, guests can enjoy a reenactor-led experience through the luxurious surroundings of the Bishop’s Place where they can prepare to be entranced by ornate gilt furniture and architectural features. Visitors will discover the real world of Bridgerton through the scandalous affairs, tantalising love stories and more that hide beneath the veneer of Georgian perfection. Learn about misbehaving rakes, scurrilous rumours and murder most foul on this special tour of one of Waterford’s most famous townhouses. Don’t miss the oldest surviving piece of Waterford Crystal in the world dating back to 1789, and the Napoleon Bonaparte’s Mourning Cross; the only one to survive out of the original twelve that were made on his death.
Price: $15.62
Duration: 1 hours
You will intimately discover what the Atlantic Ocean has been carving out over millions of years. Wexford's Hook Peninsula coastline comprises an impressive variety of Sea Caves along its sheer cliff face. We will guide you to some of the most remarkable natural Sea Caves you will ever have the pleasure of experiencing by kayak. By comparison, this experience is truly unforgettable.
Price: $104.10
Duration: 3 hours
Visit the oldest city in Ireland and discover the Top 10 major highlights on this engaging and interactive tour led by an expert English speaking local guide. Founded by the Vikings in AD 914, this tour offers the best opportunity to explore Waterford's must-see highlights, including Reginald's Tower, and the Bishop's Palace as well as the 10th century Viking Quarter and see so much more than any visitor could, on their own.
Price: $45.12
Duration: 2 hours
* 1.5 hours All-In of fun-filled Family Kayaking Adventures! * Young Family Friendly – Your small kids (from age 5) are sure to have a fantastic time! * Discover the rugged coast of Baginbun Bay, including sea caves and hidden sandy coves. * It is a beautiful, sheltered location & a truly magical family experience that you won’t forget! * Challenge you family and kids to get out of their comfort zone and into their adventure zone. They will thank you later! * Fully guided with expert kayaking guides who will bring the stunning surroundings to life! * Be comfortable in the fact that you will only be joined by other like-minded families with children. * Small Groups for the best experience we can deliver!
Price: $54.95
Duration: 1 hours
Located at the tip of the Hook Peninsula in County Wexford in Ireland's Ancient East, the Hook Lighthouse is the oldest operational lighthouse in the world, and has marked the entrance to Waterford Harbour for over 800 years. Enjoy a 45-minute guided tour of this purpose-built, fully operational lighthouse. The visitor center features a gift shop, an art workshop, exhibits and a café. The Hook Lighthouse truly is one of a kind. This shared guided tour is available for groups of no more than 5.
Price: $13.88
Duration: 0 hours
'The Irish Experience' offers you an amazing Sea Cave Kayaking Experience along the visually stunning South East coastline of Ireland, taking in the best Atlantic Ocean location of Ireland’s Ancient East. The visually stunning area around The Hook Peninsula is steeped in jaw dropping history, rich heritage and diverse wildlife. This impressive coastline packed with hidden gems including; towering sea cliffs, hidden golden sandy beaches, coves, cracks and crevasses which comprise of an impressive variety of Sea Caves including one of the most impressive examples of a natural Sea Cave you will ever see or have the pleasure to paddle inside. • 3 hour (2.5 hours on the water approx) • Fully Guided Sea Kayaking Experience • Local Guide • Small Group Experience • Snack and Drink Included
Price: $104.10
Duration: 3 hours
Ireland’s first ever Wake Museum will take you on an exploration of life and death, detailing traditions and superstitions, from early Christian times right up to the 20th century.
Price: $15.62
Duration: 0 hours
The House of Waterford Crystal comprises of a manufacturing facility, visitor centre and retail outlet. Visitors can enjoy all aspects of the manufacturing process through the factory tour and learn about both historical and contemporary production techniques through direct interaction with the craftsmen and audiovisual materials. The manufacturing facility contains a brand new continuous melt tank furnace that uses leading edge technology to deliver molten crystal, for skilled master blowers to hand-shape and hand-blow into Waterford Crystal’s range of premium products. The retail centre represents the largest display of Waterford Crystal in the world.
Price: $20.82
Duration: 1 hours
The award winning Medieval Museum is the only museum in Europe built over two National monuments, the 13th century Choristers’ Hall and the 15th century Mayor’s Wine Vault. Don’t miss the incredible Cloth of Gold vestments which were lost for over 120 years after they were hidden from Cromwell’s army, the Great Charter Roll which was viewed by Queen Elizabeth II on her visit to Ireland and the only piece of clothing to survive King Henry VIII’s reign, ‘The Cap of Maintenance’.
Price: $15.62
Duration: 0 hours
Experience the world’s first Viking virtual reality 3D adventure inside a replica of a Viking house. You might even meet a real-life Viking or two! Visitors will learn about the Viking history of the city through a memorable virtual reality experience. This activity is suitable for all visitors over the age of 8 years old.
Price: $15.62
Duration: 0 hours
Join our expert tour guides on a journey through Waterford and discover the great stories of Ireland’s oldest city. The Epic Walking Tour is a fun and interactive tour covering 1,000 years of history in 1,000 paces - from the Vikings to the Victorians. Extremely popular with families, the Epic Walking tour is a fun and engaging tour that will entertain the visitors with numerous photo opportunities. Here in the Viking Triangle, visitors will encounter warring Vikings, be inspired by medieval wonders, and observe elegant Georgian Architecture as they explore our Viking Triangle. The 45-minute all-weather walking tour begins in front of the Bishop’s Palace, located on the Mall (X91 E279).
Price: $15.62
Duration: 0 hours
Specialist tailor made tours for groups of up to 7 people, perfect for friends, families or corporate groups. Putting the customer at the heart of the itinerary we will work with you to design your tour. You will experience the best destinations in Ireland. Combine your must-see destinations with off-the-beaten track recommendations to create the most memorable Irish experience. Design your tour with your guide to include the very best the South East has to offer.
Price: $682.52
Duration:
Kilkenny is known as the Marble city because of its distinctive black marble. We start this tour at Kilkenny Castle which was founded after the Norman conquest of Ireland. The castle has been rebuilt to suit the needs of its inhabitants. Continuing with our visit, we will head to the city centre, right in the midpoint of the Medieval Mile where Rothe House and Gardens are located (This attraction on Monday will be replaced by St. Canice´s Cathedral) Kyteler’s Inn is a public house located in the heart of medieval Kilkenny Butter Slip is the most picturesque of Kilkenny’s narrow medieval corridors Our next and final stop: House of Waterford Crystal, is a luxury crystal manufacture where authentic and masterful crystal pieces come to life PLEASE NOTE: WALKING INVOLVED MISSING YOU ALREADY!!
Price: $592.29
Duration: 6 hours
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
Price: $222.11
Duration: 6 hours
Explore Ireland's Ancient Easts Greenway Cycling tour in Waterford. Travel into rural Ireland and enjoy panoramic views over the Emerald Isle’s spectacular countryside. Experience the 46km off road trail along an old railway line which travels through time and nature across eleven bridges, three tall viaducts and an atmospheric tunnel.
Price: $30.85
Duration: 5 hours
Your professional private Chauffeur will meet you at your location to transport you and your luggage to your destination, in a stylish comfortable air-conditioned Mercedes Benz E220 (Saloon/Sedan) Should you have any questions en route, please do not hesitate to ask as your Chauffeur is a local. Just sit back and relax and enjoy the journey in comfort For Return Journey Transfer. Book the same transfer for the return date. Advise Pick Up Time/Location & Drop Off locations
Price: $983.29
Duration: 2-2 hours
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