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How long do I need for my visit?

A visit will take about one to two hours depending on your interests, our guided tours take 45 minutes and you are free to roam the museum after the tour.  The three museums are within five minutes walk of each other and a one minute walk to Waterford Crystal.

Is there public car parking nearby?

The nearest public car park is less than 3 minutes away in Bolton Street Public Car Park. Alternatively, there is on-street parking (pay by meter) on the Quays, the Mall, Parnell Street and City Square Shopping Centre all within easy walking distance. There are public blue badge disabled parking spaces available in most of these areas.

Is there coach parking?

Coach set down is on the Mall outside Bishop’s Palace.  Free coach parking and free coach cleaning in Bolton Street Car park

Do I need to book?

No, there is no requirement to book for individuals, however, it is advisable that groups book in advance and bookings can be made through [email protected]

Is there a discount for groups?

Yes

What is the Viking Triangle?

The Viking Triangle – 1000 years of history in 1000 paces!

  • The oldest part of Waterford, Ireland’s oldest city
  • Five world-class museums
  • Six national monuments including one cathedral
  • The world-famous House of Waterford Crystal
  • Gift shops, craft studios, theatres and art galleries
  • Victorian Theatre Royal
  • Traditional pubs, atmospheric cafés and restaurants
  • Tourist Information Office – seasonal
  • Where the Irish national flag was first flown in 1848
  • Home of Irish patriot and American Civil War hero Thomas Francis Meagher
  • Birthplace of the operatic composer William Vincent Wallace

Opening times

All attractions are closed on Christmas Day (25th December), St.Stephen's Day (26th December) and New Year's Day (1st January)

Prices & offers

Group & school groups rates are available on request (teachers/assistants free of charge).

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Freedom of Waterford Pass - Adult, Senior, Student Single ticket

Allows entrance to Medieval Museum, Bishop’s Palace, Time Museum, Silver Museum, Epic Walking Tour, Christ Church Cathedral.

€18.00
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Freedom of Waterford Pass - Child Single ticket

Allows entrance to Medieval Museum, Bishop’s Palace, Time Museum, Silver Museum, Epic Walking Tour, Christ Church Cathedral.

Free (Under 12)
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Medieval Museum - Adult, Senior, Student Single ticket

Ticket for general admission to Medieval Only (Adult, Senior, Student)

€10.00
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Medieval Museum - Child Single ticket

Ticket for general admission to Medieval Only (Child)

Free (Under 12)
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Bishop’s Palace - Adult, Senior, Student Single ticket

Ticket for general admission to Bishop’s Palace Only (Adult, Senior, Student)

€10.00
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Bishop’s Palace - Child Single ticket

Ticket for general admission to Bishop’s Palace Only (Child)

Free (Under 12)
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Irish Silver Museum - Adult, Senior, Student Single ticket

Tick for general admission to Silver Museum Only (Adult, Senior, Student)

€5.00
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Irish Silver Museum - Child Single ticket

Ticket for general admission to Silver Museum Only (Child)

Free (Under 12)
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Irish Museum of Time - Adult, Senior, Student Single ticket

Tick for general admission to Time Museum Only(Adult, Senior, Student)

€5.00
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Irish Museum of Time - Child Single ticket

Ticket for general admission to Time Museum Only (Child)

Free (Under 12)
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King of the Vikings Virtual Reality - Adult, Senior, Student Single ticket

Ticket for general admission to Viking VR Experience Only (Adult, Senior, Student)

€10.00
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King of the Vikings Virtual Reality - Child Single ticket

Ticket for general admission to Viking VR Experience Only (Child)

€5.00
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Epic guided Walking Tour - Adult, Senior, Student Single ticket

Ticket for general admission to Epic Tour Only (Adult, Senior, Student)

€10.00
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Epic guided Walking Tour - Child Single ticket

Ticket for general admission to Epic Tour Only (Child)

Free (Under 12)
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Freedom of Waterford Pass - Adult, Senior, Student Single ticket

Allows entrance to Medieval Museum, Bishop’s Palace, Time Museum, Silver Museum, Epic Walking Tour, Christ Church Cathedral.

€18.00
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Freedom of Waterford Pass - Child Single ticket

Allows entrance to Medieval Museum, Bishop’s Palace, Time Museum, Silver Museum, Epic Walking Tour, Christ Church Cathedral.

Free (Under 12)
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Medieval Museum - Adult, Senior, Student Single ticket

Ticket for general admission to Medieval Only (Adult, Senior, Student)

€10.00
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Medieval Museum - Child Single ticket

Ticket for general admission to Medieval Only (Child)

Free (Under 12)
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Bishop’s Palace - Adult, Senior, Student Single ticket

Ticket for general admission to Bishop’s Palace Only (Adult, Senior, Student)

€10.00
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Bishop’s Palace - Child Single ticket

Ticket for general admission to Bishop’s Palace Only (Child)

Free (Under 12)
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Irish Silver Museum - Adult, Senior, Student Single ticket

Tick for general admission to Silver Museum Only (Adult, Senior, Student)

€5.00
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Irish Silver Museum - Child Single ticket

Ticket for general admission to Silver Museum Only (Child)

Free (Under 12)
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Irish Museum of Time - Adult, Senior, Student Single ticket

Tick for general admission to Time Museum Only(Adult, Senior, Student)

€5.00
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Irish Museum of Time - Child Single ticket

Ticket for general admission to Time Museum Only (Child)

Free (Under 12)
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King of the Vikings Virtual Reality - Adult, Senior, Student Single ticket

Ticket for general admission to Viking VR Experience Only (Adult, Senior, Student)

€10.00
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King of the Vikings Virtual Reality - Child Single ticket

Ticket for general admission to Viking VR Experience Only (Child)

€5.00
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Epic guided Walking Tour - Adult, Senior, Student Single ticket

Ticket for general admission to Epic Tour Only (Adult, Senior, Student)

€10.00
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Epic guided Walking Tour - Child Single ticket

Ticket for general admission to Epic Tour Only (Child)

Free (Under 12)

Getting here

Conveniently located in the heart of Waterford City.

MEDIEVAL MUSEUM, Cathedral Square, Viking Triangle, Waterford, X91 K10E,

BISHOP'S PALACE, The Mall, Viking Triangle, Waterford, X91 E279

IRISH SILVER MUSEUM, The Deanery Building, Cathedral Square, Viking Triangle, Waterford, X91 H921

IRISH MUSEUM OF TIME, Greyfriars, Viking Triangle, Waterford, X91 CF95

KING OF THE VIKINGS, 10 Baileys New Street, Viking Triangle, Waterford, X91 A0PF

REGINALD'S TOWER, Parade Quay, Waterford, X91 Y880

Nearby Parking

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Open Museum Parking

The nearest public car park is less than 3 minutes away in Bolton Street Public Car Park. Alternatively, there is on-street parking (pay by meter) on the Quays, the Mall, Parnell Street and City Square Shopping Centre, all within easy walking distance.

There are public blue badge disabled parking spaces available in most of these areas. Parking is indicated by the shaded areas on the map.

Eat & Drink

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Waterford’s restaurants, café and pubs

Waterford, Ireland’s oldest city, has always been a place of firsts – the first teas, wines and spices reaching our shores through the invaders and traders who came to Waterford through our port. It’s this rich history of food and openness to the world that has been blended with fresh ingredients and dishes that is available in Waterford today. Visit any one of our restaurants or pubs and you will find a wide range of traditional Irish dishes, contemporary chef’s specials, great value lunches and mouth-watering desserts.

Facilities & access

Our team here at Waterford Treasures are on hand to assist you with any questions you may have. You'll find help and assistance, should you need it, at the reception desk.

Parking

Parking

  • The nearest public car park is less than 5 minutes away in Bolton Street Public Car Park.
  • Alternatively, there is on-street parking (pay by meter) on the Quay’s, The Mall, Parnell Street, Heneritta Steet and City Square Shopping Centre all within easy walking distance.
  • There are public blue badge disabled parking spaces available in most of these areas.
Cloakroom

Cloakroom

  • There are cloakroom facilities available at the reception desk on your arrival.
Toilets

Toilets

  • Accessible toilets are available on the ground floor of the Bishop’s Palace.
Parenting Facilities

Parenting Facilities

  • Baby changing facilities are available on the ground floor of the Bishop’s Palace.
  • Pushchairs/strollers can be left at the museum entrance, at the museum’s discretion, as there is limited space. Owners are responsible for pushchairs left unattended. Please contact reception when you arrive to arrange this.
Luggage Restrictions

Luggage Restrictions

  • Large backpacks, bags or suitcases should be left with reception in order to facilite easy of access through the museum.
Lifts and Access to the Galleries

Lifts and Access to the Galleries

  • We have a disability lift to all floors and access to all floors by stairs.
Accessibility

Accessibility

  • The museum caters for visitors with varying abilities.
Seating

Seating

  • Mobile stools are available upon request at reception.
  • Wheel chair is also available upon request at reception.
  • There is seating located throughout the museum.
Lost Property

Lost Property

  • If you are in the Bishop’s Palace, lost property queries can be made at the reception desk or contact +353 (0)51 849650.
Photography, Filming & Drawing

Photography, Filming & Drawing

  • Hand-held cameras may be used throughout the Bishop’s Palace, however the use of flash, video cameras, tripods and other digital equipment is not permitted.
  • Photographs taken in the Bishop’s Palace can only be used for personal use. Commercial use of any kind is not permitted.
  • For permission in relation to filming, please contact in writing Eamonn McEneaney, Museum Director, Waterford Treasures – Three Museums in the Viking Triangle, Viking Triangle, Waterford at [email protected].
  • Sketching and drawing is always welcome.
Eating & Drinking

Eating & Drinking

  • No food or drink is permitted within the rooms of the Bishop’s Palace.
  • There is a café located on the ground floor of the Bishop’s Palace.
Shopping

Shopping

  • A small gift shop is located just inside the main entrance of the Bishop’s Palace with a bigger shop in the Medieval Museum which is beside the Bishop’s Palace.
Corporate Events

Corporate Events

  • We have excellent corporate event facilities here at the Bishop’s Palace, if you require something special for your event, please contact Clíona Purcell at [email protected] or on direct dial +353 (0)51 849675.
Wedding Photography

Wedding Photography

  • The Bishop’s Palace and Gardens are available for wedding photography during the months of October to April inclusive, for full details please contact Clíona Purcell at [email protected] or on direct dial +353 (0)51 849675.
Parking

Parking

  • There is free parking onsite
  • There is an accessible car park closer to reception
  • There is blue badge parking available at the main house
  • Toilets are available in the visitors centre
  • The Secret Garden shop at FOXFORD is located in the Stables, next to the main house
  • The Stables Café is located next to the main house

FAQ

Learn everything you need to know about the Waterford Treasures including opening hours, location and price.

How long do I need for my visit?

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A visit will take about one to two hours depending on your interests, our guided re-enactor led tours take 45 minutes and you are free to roam the museum after the tour. The three museums are within five minutes walk of each other and a one minute walk to Waterford Crystal.

Is there public car parking nearby?

The nearest public car park is less than 3 minutes away in Bolton Street Public Car Park. Alternatively, there is on-street parking (pay by meter) on the Quays, the Mall, Parnell Street and City Square Shopping Centre all within easy walking distance. There are public blue badge disabled parking spaces available in most of these areas.

Is there coach-parking?

Coach set down is on the Mall outside Bishop’s Palace. Free coach parking and free coach cleaning in Bolton Street Car park.

Do I need to book?

No, there is no requirement to book for individuals, however it is advisable that groups book in advance and bookings can be made through [email protected].

What is the Viking Triangle?

The Viking Triangle – 1000 years of history in 1000 paces!

  • The oldest part of Waterford, Ireland’s oldest city
  • Three world-class museums
  • Nine national monuments including two cathedrals
  • The world-famous House of Waterford Crystal
  • Gift shops, craft studios, theatres and art galleries
  • Victorian Theatre Royal
  • Traditional pubs, atmospheric cafés and restaurants
  • Tourist Information Office
  • Where the Irish national flag was first flown in 1848
  • Home of Irish patriot and American Civil War hero Thomas Francis Meagher
  • Birthplace of the operatic composer William Vincent Wallace

International visitors

Waterford Treasures are located in the Viking Triangle in the heart of waterford city centre

There are many ways of getting to Waterford City, whether you are traveling by air, train, or roads. Waterford County is very well connected with other cities in Ireland making it easy to come to your desired destination. Below we have listed all the ways of how you can get to Waterford City and from there you can easily travel to other destinations.

  • Waterford City – 0 mins
  • Dublin airport – 1h 45m
  • Cork airport – 1h 30m
  • Rosslare Ferryport – 60m

 

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