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Waterford Treasures Museums: Freedom Pass
Waterford City, Co. Waterford
Family friendly
Rainy days
Waterford Treasures Museums: Freedom Pass allows visitors to explore 1,000 years of history with one ticket. Enjoy an Epic Walking Tour, The Medieval Museum, Bishop’s Palace, The Irish Museum of Time, The Irish Silver Museum and Christ Church Cathedral.

Explore Irelands oldest city in spectacular museums and take a walking tour of the Viking Triangle. With Waterford Treasures Museums: Freedom Pass, visitors discover not just fascinating history, but the history of some of the great Irish crafts such as silversmithing and clockmaking.

Included in the pass, guests can stop by The Medieval Museum, featuring two medieval buildings within the museum, as well as a host of other artefacts and The Bishop’s Palace, an elegant Georgian house, home to 18th, 19th and 20th century treasures, including the oldest surviving piece of Waterford Crystal. The Irish Museum of Time displays some of the finest clocks and watches from across the world, while The Irish Silver Museum has one of the largest collections of Irish silver in a dazzling display.

Why we like it
  • Visit five museums detailing different aspects of Waterford’s history.
  • Learn about the history of glass making in Waterford.
  • Take a guided walking tour of Ireland’s oldest city.
  • Discover the history and see the treasures of the Vikings of Waterford.
Contact details
Bailey's New St, Waterford, Ireland
Visit duration

We recommend 3 hours here.

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