Ireland · WATERFORD TOURS
The good waterford tours fill up weeks out and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each one includes and how they differ.
See Waterford Crystal craftsmen shape molten crystal, cut and engrave it by hand, then browse the world’s largest Waterford display.
“You get a great tour of the Warerford master crystal craftsman working inside the factory making more historical and beautiful creations. Great Tour!”
Climb Hook Lighthouse in County Wexford with a small-group guide, 115 steps, 800 years of stories, and wide sea views from the balcony.
“We had a brilliant tour guide Noel, He made it all so interesting and so gave us so much information we really enjoyed it also so good to keep the younger children in the group interested”
See Waterford crystal made by hand, from molten glass and wooden molds to diamond cutting, engraving, and the world’s largest showroom.
“Excellent, very informative and well run. From the receptionist when you walk in to the sales staff everyone is friendly and very easy to get along with. The show room is amazing and I was surprised when you do the factory tour how close you are to see what they are doing and you can actually talk and ask questions of the craftsman.”
Explore Waterford’s Viking Triangle in 45 minutes with local guides, historic buildings, Viking stories, and practical city highlights.
“Claire did a great job in the rain! The Viking triangle was actually small. Very interesting tour. Thanks for wearing a mic too.”
Explore Waterford’s medieval past, see rare vestments and royal treasures, and tour historic vaults with a guide or multimedia handset.
“Fabulous and informative guide. She was so knowledgeable. Some of the artefacts held at the museum are so impressive and unexpected. It was good value for money and I would recommend”
Explore Waterford’s Irish Wake Museum for folklore, funeral customs, rare artifacts, and a 15th-century setting on a 45-minute guided tour.
“So many interesting and fascinating facts, Deirdre our guide was very knowledgeable and her delivery was perfect, the house is a little gem and it’s hard to believe the amount of history in a regular house, also it is very very old, amazing.”
Cruise Waterford’s Suir River with local guides, Viking stories, castle views, tea, snacks, and a private small-group feel.
“Warm welcome aboard.. interesting historical information about the area and Little Island. An enjoyable afternoon cruise with a much appreciated cup of tea and biscuits!”
Review of Waterford’s Bishop’s Palace, with Georgian rooms, rare 1789 Waterford glass, a Napoleon relic, and guided or self-guided visits.
“The museum is absolutely beautiful!! It was fun learning about all of the different stories in each room. The gift shop was great too!!”
Walk 1,000 years of Waterford history in 45 minutes, from Viking-era monuments to Georgian streets, with an engaging local guide.
“Deirdre is a great guide. She explained everything clearly and interacted well with the group. Highly recommended.”
Explore medieval Waterford in two ancient vaults, see the Great Charter Roll and cloth-of-gold vestments, with guided tours when available.
“We paid for a guide and never saw one we paid for a guided tour and did not receive one . I would like a refund less the cost of admission to the museum”
Cycle Ireland’s 29-mile Waterford Greenway at your own pace with bike hire, maps, shuttle transfers, and Comeragh Mountain views.
“The shop is small, the number of bikes very liimited (there was only one women bike and it was actually too small). In the beginning they havn't found our booking and send us to other shop. So, we realized that this shop is s kind of chip copy of another, larger bike shop. We Read more”
Build a private Waterford day tour around castles, coast, Viking history, outdoor activities, and quiet back roads with a local guide.
“Memorable stops at Johnstown Castle, Tintern Abbey, Hook Head Light House and points along the coastal drive. Easy-going, back-roads scenic drive provided a customised pace for the day.”
Explore Kilkenny Castle, medieval lanes, Rothe House, Waterford Crystal, and local stories on a private six-hour Ireland tour.
“Tour could not be conducted because of weather conditions. Cruise shop not able to dock. According to Viator refund policy we should have been refunded 100%. Did not happen. Only provided a 50% refund $660. While Viator pocketed the other $660.00 with. Phony baloney excuse. You think you are protected when you read the fine print but you have no recourse and they know it. Use Tours by Locals instead!”
Review of a 6.5-hour tour from Dunmore East to the Rock of Cashel, Cahir Castle, Kilkenny, and Black Abbey, with practical booking advice.
“Great day! Great tour! FYI for additional money you can get whole flight or can have 2 half pints vs whole with admission”
Explore Mount Congreve Gardens near Waterford, with rare plants, Georgian buildings, the Stables Café, FOXFORD, and Greenway access.
Pick a coast, a valley or a distillery.
