The oldest city in Ireland, it retains much of it's medieval character together with the graceful buildings from its 18th century expansion. It is the home of Waterford Crystal, the world-famous hand-crafted, cut glass product and is a sophisticated shopping venue for high fashion and craft products.

The parameters of the 10th century settlement can be clearly identified in The Viking Triangle. Reginald's Tower is the most historic urban medieval monument in Ireland. The elegant Chamber of Commerce building, the City Hall and the Bishop's Palace are prime examples of beautiful 18th century architecture. Ecclesiastical landmarks include St. Patrick's Churches, Christ Church Cathedral, Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity, Black Friars, St. Olave's Church and Greyfriars.

Waterford has a long theatrical and musical tradition and is the birthplace in 1812 of Irelands foremost composer William Vincent Wallace. The tradition lives on in a wide variety of music and dramatic societies, which contribute year long activities for the city's many venues. The principal of these centres on the historic Theatre Royal, which hosts the Waterford International Festival of Light Opera each year and in the Garter Lane Arts Centre, which is home to the local Red Kettle Theatre Company, other visiting groups and arts exhibitions. The "Large Room" in City Hall is the venue for the popular Waterford Show. The Forum Theatre is another theatrical venue in the city. Waterford Tourist Services conduct guided walking tours of the city. A novel Galley Cruising Restaurant operates from The Quay.

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