THE CRYSTAL COUNTY
Waterford has been producing superb
hand-cut crystal since 1783 and visitors
will gain
a fascinating insight into the making of
this prized glassware and how this global
and legendary brand continues to develop.
You'll see master craftspeople demonstrate
the timeless techniques of glass blowing,
cutting, polishing and engraving.
The House of Waterford Crystal has a new home in a dedicated visitor centre, in the heart of the Historic Quarter of Waterford City. It has a stunning display of the Waterford crystal craftsmanship and allows the visitor to see handmade crystal made before their eyes.
www.waterfordvisitorcentre.com
It's location is close to other Historic Quarter sites:
- Reginalds Tower
- Greyfriars
- 13th Century Choristers Hall
- The Medieval Mayors Wine Vault
- Christchurch Cathedral
- Theatre Royal
INVADER, TRADER
AND EMIGRANT
WATERFORD MUSEUM OF TREASURES,
CITY WALK OR DUNBRODY FAMINE SHIP
Waterford Treasures is housed in the the riverside granary building. The 'Treasures' exhibiting an extensive
range of rare and beautiful artifacts
that are brought to life by the latest
technological innovations.
The personal sound guide
device allows each visitor to encounter
the past at their own pace, to stop and
marvel at the fascinating artifacts and
to explore them in depth through a series
of interactive and audio-visual presentations.
1,000 years of Ireland's oldest city is
encountered during your visit.
A walking tour of 1
hour duration, through the regional capital
and Ireland's oldest city. The tour includes
two cathedrals, four national monuments,
and a gallery of rogues and rascals. It
is delivered in a witty, entertaining
style, by a master story teller with a
deep knowledge of his subject.
At New Ross walk
the timbers of a full-sized reconstruction
of the 176 foot long, three masted famine
ship Dunbrody and relive the horror of
mass 19th century emigration.
The Visitor Experience provides a unique insight into a period of history which shaped modern day Ireland and America
You will, first of all, view a 9 minute audio-visual presentation which gives the historic background to the Great Famine, and the reason why so many people were forced to emigrate on sailing ships like Dunbrody to America in the mid 19th century.
You will see fascinating footage of the building of the replica Dunbrody, the emotional day of her launching, and also her Maiden Voyage in 2005, during the Waterford Tallships event.
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