Visitor Attractions In County Waterford

Waterford City & County boasts some of the most spectacular scenery with unspoilt coastlines and majestic mountain backdrops.

Some of the major attractions to the area include the following:

Lismore Heritage Visitor Centre
The Lismore Experience award winning, audio visual, Robert Boyle science room. Tourist information, reservations.
Address: The Courthouse, Lismore Co. Waterford
Open: All year 9.30-5.30pm Mon-Fri. Apr-Sept Sat 10-5.30pm Sun 12-5.30pm
Contact: Mary Houlihan
Tel: 00 353 (0)58 54975
Fax: 00 353 (0)58 53009
Email: lismoreheritage@eircom.net
Web: www.discoverlismore.com

Waterford County Museum
Dedicated to preserving the history of Dungarvan and West Waterford, it features key area events, genealogy, maritime history and more.
Address: St. Augustine Street, Dungarvan Co. Waterford
Open: Mon-Fri 9.45-4.45pm, Sat. 1-5pm
Contact: William Fraher
Tel: 00 353 (0)58 45960
Email: history@waterfordcountymuseum.org
Web: www.waterfordcountymuseum.org

Waterford & Suir Valley Railway
The magic of rails golden age. The track runs along the picturesque banks of the River Suir. An enjoyable experience for all ages.
Address: Kilmeaden, Co. Waterford
Open: Mon-Thurs and Saturday 11-4pm, Fri 1-3, Sunday 12-5pm
Contact: Maria Kyte
Tel: 00 353 (0)51 311137
Fax: 00 353 (0)51 876002
Email: wsvr@waterfordchamber.ie
Web: www.wsvrailway.ie

Copper Coast Mini Farm
The friendly, family-run mini farm is situated on the R675 form Tramore to Dungarvan. Tearooms serving homebaked treats.
Address: Ballyadam, Fenor, Co. Waterford
Open: Daily 10-6pm. Sun/ Bank Holidays 12-6pm
Contact: Valerie Curran
Tel: 00 353 (0)51 396870
Fax: 00 353 (0)51 396444
Email: coppercoastminifarm@eircom.net

T-Bay Surf & Wildlife Outdoor Education Centre
A purpose built surfing & educational facility on the beach. Offering surfing lessons, whale watching and ecology fieldtrips. Equipment Hire.
Address: On the Beach, Tramore, Co. Waterford
Open: Open All Year. Summer 9.30-8pm, Winter 10-5.30pm
Contact: Billy Butler
Tel: 00 353 (0)51 391297
Fax: 00 353 (0)51 391297
Email: info@surftbay.com
Web: www.surftbay.com

Tramore Racecourse
For craic at the track, tramore racecourse continues to be a 'winner all right'. Bars restaurants, live music and great racing.
Address: Tramore, Co. Waterford
Open: All year
Contact: Sue Phelan
Tel: 00 353 (0)51 381425
Fax: 00 353 (0)51390928
Email: racing@tramore.ie
Web: www.tramore-racecourse.com

Dunmore East Adventure Center
Land & water-based outdoor activities for both the complete beginner and the practised expert. Idyllic sailing and watersport conditions.
Address: Dunmore East Harbour, Co. Waterford
Open: All year
Contact: Karen Harris
Tel: 00 353 (0)51 383783
Fax: 00 353 (0)51 383786
Email: info@dunmoreadventure.com
Web: www.dunmoreadventure.com