Ardmore Cliff Walk

This 4km walk along stunning coastal scenery is suitable for hikers of all abilities. Pass fascinating historic relics such as the Early Christian St Declan's Well, Ardmore Round Tower, and a 12th Century Cathedral. Keep an eye out for wildlife - coastal birds are abundant here.

• Web:

  www.ardmorewaterford.com

• Address:

  14 The Heritage, Dysert, Co. Waterford

Christ Church Cathedral

This cathedral was built in the 18th century by architect John Roberts, on a site that had been in use since the 11th century. It is known as the only neo-classical Georgian cathedral in Ireland.

• Web:

  www.christchurchwaterford.com

• E-mail:

  info@christchurchwaterford.com

• Address:

  Cathedral Square, Waterford

• Phone:

  +353 51 858 958

• Opening hours:

  Mon to Fri: 10am–5pm, Sat: 10am–4pm

Edmund Rice Heritage Centre

Remarkable missionary Edmunc Rice devoted his life to the education and welfare of the poor in the time of the Penal Laws. Learn about his extraordinary life and legacy at this interactive museum and visitor centre.

• Web:

  www.edmundrice.ie

• Address:

  Barrack Street, Waterford

• Phone:

  +353 51 874 390

• Tickets:

  Free admission

Garter Lane Arts Centre

Theatre, music, film, children's art, accompanied by themed fairs, workshops, and exhibits: this centre has a vibrant and exciting year-round programme for everyone.

• Web:

  www.garterlane.ie

• E-mail:

  ticket@garterlane.ie

• Address:

  O'Connell Street, Waterford

• Phone:

  +353 51 855 038

• Opening hours:

  Tue to Sat: 11am–5.30pm, plus evening performances

House of Waterford Crystal

Visit the world's largest collection of Waterford Crystal in the very city where this iconic Irish brand was born. Visitors may watch the skilled craftsmen at work, as well as browse a remarkable collection of all things crystal in the gift store.

• Web:

  www.waterfordvisitorcentre.com

• E-mail:

  houseofwaterfordcrystal@fiskars.com

• Address:

  The Mall, Waterford

• Phone:

  +353 51 317 000

• Opening hours:

  March to October: Mon to Fri: 9.00–16.15, Sun: 9.30–16.15, November to February: Mon to Fri: 9.30–15.15

Irish National Heritage Park

Explore the history of the various prehistoric farmers who settled in Ireland, from the Mesolithic period to the time of the Norman Invasion (1169). Reconstructed dwellings such as a mesolithic camp, a neolithic farmstead, a portal dolmen, a cyst grave, stone circle, medieval ringfort, monastic site, crannóg (ancient lake dwelling) and a Viking harbour are spread across 35 acres of parkland, estuary trails and wetland forest. The park also runs demonstrations on traditional rural life skills from blacksmithing to gold panning. This is a truly immersive experience exploring Ireland's roots and forgotten traditions.

• Web:

  www.irishheritage.ie

• Address:

  Ferrycarrig, Co. Wexford

• Phone:

  (+353) 059 912 0733