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Waterford City

Brace yourself for a captivating journey through time in Ireland’s oldest city

Waterford Quays
world-famous Waterford Crystal
Dining out in Waterford
The Waterford Spraoi

From left to right: Waterford Quays, world-famous Waterford Crystal, Dining out in Waterford, The Waterford Spraoi

Waterford City, County Waterford in the  South of the country, boasts a commanding presence next to the meandering River Suir. A hotbed of history and heritage, this strikingly beautiful city was founded by the Vikings in 853AD and experienced a further exciting architectural overhaul during its 18th Century expansion. 

Despite it being one of Ireland’s oldest, Waterford City is a fabulous blend of ultra-modern shopping centres, pedestrianised walkways, lively traditional pubs and highly acclaimed gourmet restaurants. And the city promises to delight and impress the senses without relinquishing its unique local spirit.

It’s not without its world-renowned attractions, too. Home to the exquisite Waterford Crystal, not many visitors return home without acquiring some hand-blown glass perfection.

But Waterford City isn’t just about the architecture and crystal, it has a long theatrical and musical tradition. The Waterford Light Opera Festival, Waterford Spraoi Festival and the Hullabaloo International Children’s Festival are sure to put a spring in the step of people of all ages, making this one of the most vibrant cities in the country to sojourn for a few days or more.

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Christ Church Cathedral

01 Jan 2009 - 31 Dec 2009

A magnificent 18th Century Cathedral designed by leading architect of Georgian Waterford, John Roberts. Visit the tomb of the...

Splash, Jiggles & Games Art Classes

17 Jan 2009 - 07 Mar 2009

Splash, Jiggles & Games: Art Classes at Garter Lane Arts Centre Artist Philip Cullen returns with all his tricks in January so...

Waterford New Music Week Festival

02 Feb 2009 - 07 Feb 2009

Waterford New Music Week is an annual event that explores the wider scope of music. The audiences least influenced by such...

John Roberts Weekend Festival

24 Apr 2009 - 26 Apr 2009

A celebration of the work of Waterford born architect John Roberts (1714-1796). The name of John Roberts is synonymous with...

An Emigrants Tale Festival

14 May 2009 - 17 Sep 2009

An Emigrants Tale looks at the experience of the Irish in America from famine times, exploring the influence and development of...

South East Gardens

05 Jun 2009 - 14 Jun 2009

South East Gardens Festival 2009 is a trail of 14 private gardens. Open from the 5th to 14th June 2009. (Inclusive). These Private...

Waterford Spraoi Festival

31 Jul 2009 - 02 Aug 2009

The Spraoi Festival, held over the August Bank Holiday weekend in Ireland, is an annual riot of colour, energy and excitement with...

Waterford Fringe Festival

18 Sep 2009 - 28 Sep 2009

Waterford Fringe Festival, is a multi-disciplinary Arts Festival Waterford Fringe Festival is an annual multi-disciplinary Arts...

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Waterford is a very ancient city and was actually founded by the Vikings in 853.

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