Das preisgekrönte Mittelaltermuseum ist das einzige Museum in Europa, das über zwei Nationaldenkmälern errichtet wurde: der Choristers‘ Hall aus dem 13. Jahrhundert und dem Mayor’s Wine Vault aus dem 15. Jahrhundert. Verpassen Sie nicht die unglaublichen Gewänder aus Cloth of Gold, die über 120 Jahre lang verschollen waren, nachdem sie vor Cromwells Armee versteckt worden waren, die Great Charter Roll, die Königin Elisabeth II. bei ihrem Besuch in Irland sah, und das einzige Kleidungsstück, das die Herrschaft von König Heinrich VIII. überdauert hat: die „Cap of Maintenance“.

Irlands erstes Wake Museum nimmt Sie mit auf eine Erkundungstour über Leben und Tod, die Traditionen und Aberglauben detailliert beschreibt, von frühchristlicher Zeit bis ins 20. Jahrhundert.

This magnificent Georgian residence is a must-see attraction! Come along to the Bishop’s Palace for a tour with the Housekeeper or Butler while the Bishop is away and discover the secrets the house holds. On this special tour, guests can enjoy a reenactor-led experience through the luxurious surroundings of the Bishop’s Place where they can prepare to be entranced by ornate gilt furniture and architectural features. Visitors will discover the scandalous affairs, tantalising love stories and more that hide beneath the veneer of Georgian perfection. Learn about misbehaving rakes, scurrilous rumours and murder most foul on this special tour of one of Waterford’s most famous townhouses. Don’t miss the oldest surviving piece of Waterford Crystal in the world dating back to 1789, and the Napoleon Bonaparte’s Mourning Cross; the only one to survive out of the original twelve that were made on his death.

Discover Ireland's rich heritage through silver at the Irish Silver Museum in Waterford. The Irish Silver Museum is an intimate and personal collection of silver treasures from Ireland. From the Vikings to the Victorians, your collection has been created by Ireland’s virtuoso craftsmen over the course of a millennium. The collection offers a rare opportunity to step back in time and explore the fascinating story of Ireland through its magnificent silver treasures. Highlights include the Waterford Kite Brooch, a sword granted to the city by Edward IV, silver owned by Jonathan Swift, and commemorative pieces from Ireland's significant military conflicts. Some of these objects in the museum feature the names and arms of their owners or unusual decorations and features – but all of them tell a story. This intimate museum offers a self-guided experience, allowing you to delve into the stories behind each piece at your own pace.

Discover the rich history of horology at the Irish Museum of Time, nestled in Waterford's Viking Triangle. This captivating museum, set within a stunning Gothic-style church, showcases the world's oldest Irish-made timepieces alongside exquisite international collections. Marvel at remarkable grandfather clocks, table clocks, and watches while exploring the craftsmanship of timepiece makers from the 17th century onward. Don't miss the new Black Forest cuckoo clock exhibit, featuring hundreds of unique pieces that highlight the artistry and engineering of this iconic craft.