Things To Do In The Waterford Area
Viking raiders first established a settlement at Waterford in 853. Throughout the medieval period, Waterford was Ireland's second city after Dublin.
City Limits
The South East's biggest and brightest family recreation centre. With 10 pin bowling, American Pool, Jakes Diner and skating at the Winter Garden its fun for all at Leisure Zone.| Distance: | Approx 12km from Kilmeadan |
| Address: | Williamstown, Waterford City. |
| Phone: | 051 872466 |
| Open: | Every Day 11am - 10pm |
| Admission: | See website for details |
Reginald's Tower
Housing the civic and maritime museum Reginald's Tower is the oldest civic urban structure in Ireland. The circular tower was built in the beginning of the 13th Century as part of the town's defences. It played a pivotal role in the country's history and was also used as a mint, prison and military store.| Distance: | Approx 12km from Kilmeadan |
| Address: | The Quay, Waterford. |
| Phone: | 051 304220 |
| Open: | Easter to May Daily 10am - 5pm; June to September Daily 9.30am - 6.30pm; October Daily 10am - 5pm; Open Weekends 10am - 5pm |
| Admission: | Adults €2.10, Child €1.10, Family €5.80 |
Waterford Crystal Visitor Centre
Discover the magic behind Waterford's legendary crystal. A must see is the guided tour of the factory. You will also find one of the largest displays of crystal in the retail store as well as some of the greatest names in giftware, craft and jewellery collections. A restaurant and café are on site.| Distance: | Approx 12km from Kilmeadan |
| Address: | The Mall, Waterford. |
| Phone: | 051 332500 |
| E-mail: | visitorreception@waterford.ie |
| Web site: | www.waterfordvisitorcentre.com |
| Open: | See website for details |
| Admission: | See website for details |
Waterford Museum of Treasures
Housed in a 6 storey 19th Century Granary Waterford Museum of Treasures exhibits artefacts associated with the city of Waterford. Encounter a treasure trail that takes you through 1000 years of Ireland oldest city through a series of interactive and audio-visual presentations.| Distance: | Approx 12km from Kilmeadan |
| Address: | The Quay, Waterford. |
| Phone: | 051 304500 |
| E-mail: | mail@waterfordtreasures.com |
| Web site: | www.waterfordtreasures.com |
| Open: | April to Sept Mon-Sat 9.30am-6pm, Sun 11am-6pm; Oct to Mar Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 11am-5pm |
| Admission: | Adults €7.00, Child €3.20 |
Edmund Rice Centre
Audio Visual presentation of the life of Edmund Ignatius Rice.| Distance: | Approx 12km from Kilmeadan |
| Address: | Mount Sion, Waterford |
| Phone: | 051 874390 |
| E-mail: | reception@edmundrice.ie |
| Web site: | www.edmundrice.ie |
| Open: | Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. Saturday 10am to 2pm |
| Admission: | Adult €7 Child €4 Senior €5 |
Guided Walking Tours of Waterford City
A walking tour of one hour duration, through the regional capital and Ireland's oldest city, including two cathedrals, four national monuments, and a gallery of rogues and rascals, delivered in a witty, entertaining style, by a master storyteller whose name is Jack Burtchaell.| Distance: | Approx 12km from Kilmeadan |
| Open: | Mid March to Mid October 7 days per week. Commences from Waterford Museum of Treasures 11.45am, 12noon, 1.45pm and from Granville Hotel 12noon and 2pm |
| Admission: | €7 |
Storm Cinemas Waterford
Perfect for a rainy day. Storm cinemas is a new cinema complex located in Waterford city.| Distance: | Approx 12km from Kilmeadan |
| Address: | Railway Square, Waterford |
| Phone: | 051 309110 |
| Web site: | www.stormcinemas.ie |
| Open: | Every day |
| Admission: | See web site |
The Peoples Park Waterford
The People's Park, located at the junction of William Street and the Park Road offers a sylvan refuge to the visitor and citizen alike. This 19th century park has leisurely paths to walk, relaxing seating areas and plenty of greens areas in which to wander. A recent addition has been the very popular children's play area. The artistic water feature is definetely worth viewing, particularly at dusk. The bandstand is used for occasional performances by city and visiting bands.| Admission: | Free |
Mahon Falls
A must see for all visitors to the area. As well as the magnificant waterfall, visitors are also treated to an experience which can only be described as magical "The Magic Road". Stop at the fairy tree, situated a few yards from the road to your left, and turn off the engine. To your amazement you will find that the car will travel backwards up the hill.| Distance: | Approx 30km from Kilmeadan |
| Directions: | Signposted off the N25 at Leamybrien |
General websites for all information on Waterford
www.waterfordtourism.org
www.waterfordtourist.com
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