Things to Do in Waterford

Remains of the medieval city walls including four original towers – St. Martin's, Double, Beach, and Castle towers. The best-preserved stretch runs from the Bishop's Palace to the river.

🕐 Exterior accessible 24/7; towers interior: Apr–Sep daily 10:00–17:00

💡 Find the free walking map at the tourist office. The Double Tower has an internal spiral staircase you can climb. Go early to avoid the school groups.

The oldest urban civic building in Ireland, a 13th-century round tower that once guarded the city's Viking defences. Inside are exhibits on medieval waterford.

🕐 Mar–Oct: daily 9:30–17:30; Nov–Feb: Sat–Sun 10:00–16:00

💡 Skip the paid entry and walk the outside perimeter. You can see the original stonework and the river view for free. Visit at sunset for good light.

Three connected museums on the Viking Triangle: the Medieval Museum, Bishop's Palace, and the Irish Silver Museum. The Medieval Museum houses the 15th-century Cloth of Gold vestment and the 14th-century Great Charter Roll.

🕐 Mon–Sat 9:15–17:00, Sun 11:00–17:00

💡 The combined ticket costs €14, but entry to the ground floor of each is free. See the Viking sword and the 1798 pike display without paying.

A 46-km off-road cycling and walking trail along a disused railway line from Waterford City to Dungarvan. The city section runs past the river and the old railway station.

🕐 Always open

💡 Rent a bike from the station for €15/day, but if you'd rather walk, the first 2 km to the Bilberry rock tunnel is free and spectacular. Bring a torch for the tunnel.

A formal Victorian park with a bandstand, ornamental ponds, and mature trees. Has a children's playground and a decent coffee kiosk. Good for a quiet afternoon.

🕐 Daily 7:00–21:00 (hours vary by season)

💡 The bandstand hosts free lunchtime concerts on Thursdays in July and August. Bring a picnic blanket. The playground is free and fenced for families.