Holiday Destination: Waterford

Waterford is a city in the South East Region of Ireland. Waterford City is the capital of the Sunny South East of Ireland and Ireland's oldest city. It is the oldest city in the country and fifth largest by population. Waterford City Council is the local government authority for the city. The metropolitan area figure is not official as it includes Tramore, Dunmore East, Passage East and Cheekpoint. A natural playground for Arts, Golf, Water Sports, Equestrian, Walking, Angling and Cycling enthusiasts, Waterford City and County offer the complete holiday experience. the world famous Waterford Crystal to the awe inspiring beauty of the Comeragh Mountains, to the boundless beauty of its numerous beaches.

Climate

Summer 20.1 °C (68.2 °F), Winter 3.0 °C (37.4 °F)

Tourist Season

Winter season is the best for visiting Waterford.

Accommodation

Hotels and Apartments.

General Information Of Waterford

• Land Area: 16.05 sq mi (41.58 km2)
• Population: 46 Thousand.
• Capital City: Waterford.
• Language: Irish and English.

Tourist Attraction in or Near by Waterford

Lismore Castle

Lismore Castle is located in the town of Lismore in County Waterford in Ireland. It was largely re-built in the Gothic style during the mid 19th century by William Cavendish, 6th Duke of Devonshire. The castle site was originally occupied by Lismore Abbey, an important monastery and seat of learning established in the early 7th century. Leisure facilities include a golf course, salmon, brown and sea trout fishing and tennis. The staff including a butler and cook, provide a level of service associated with a more genteel era.

Waterford and Suir Valley Railway

The magic of rails golden age has been brought to life at Kilmeadan, Co Waterford. Experience the beauty of the Suir Valley from the Waterford & Suir Valley Heritage Railway A heritage narrow gauge railway follows over 6km of the route of the abandoned Waterford -Dungarvan line. The track runs mostly along the picturesque banks of the River Suir between Kilmeaden and Waterford offering panoramic views of the River Suir, rolling farmland and mountains. The rolling stock includes a restored Simplex 60sp locomotive with a Perkins diesel engine and two Edwardian style carriages.

Mo Chutu of Lismore

Saint Mo Chutu mac Fínaill, also known as Carthach or Carthach the Younger and in Latin as Carthagus, was abbot of Rahan, Co. Offaly, and subsequently, founder and first abbot of Lismore, Co. Waterford. The saint's Life has come down in several Irish and Latin recensions, which appear to derive from a Latin original written in the 11th or 12th century. Through his father Fínall Fíngein, Mo Chutu belonged to the Ciarraige Luachra, while his mother, Finmed, was of the Corco Duibne. Notes added to the Félire Óengusso claim that his fosterfather was Carthach mac Fianáin, that is Carthach the Elder, whose floruit can be assigned to the late 6th century.

National Museum of Ireland

The National Museum of Ireland is the national museum in Ireland. It has three branches in Waterford and one in County Mayo, with a strong emphasis on Irish art, culture and natural history. Waterford is renowned for its tremendous culture and art. The National Museum of Ireland has a total of four centres that celebrate the heritage of Ireland and provide insights into Ireland’s great past. The museums focus on archaeology, decorative arts & history, country life, and natural history. The museums provide an unforgettable introduction to the history of Ireland.

Accessibility

Bus Terminal in or Near by

Wexford Bus

Redmond Rd
Wexford, Co, Waterford, Ireland

Airport

Waterford Airport: For International and Domestic flights.

Railway Stations

Plunkett Station

Terminus Street
Waterford, Ireland

Waterford & Suir Valley Railway

Kilmeadan, Kilmeadan Station
Waterford, Ireland