Waterford has some of the most spectacular river scenery with the Rivers Suir and Blackwater running through the County.

Waterford City has been strongly influenced by the Vikings and has a distinct medieval atmosphere with narrow alleyways, fine Georgian houses and the area around Reginald’s Tower is particularly attractive.

Today it is a thriving commercial City and Port, but the City has become best known for its World famous Waterford Crystal Factory, producing the finest of handmade crystal and visitors can take a tour of the factory to see at first hand the entire process of glass making.

Up until the 17th Century, Waterford was Ireland’s second City and to this day, has the best remaining City walls after Derry.

In September the Waterford Light Opera Festival is held. Waterford is generally seen as a brief stop between Cork and Dublin but we suggest spending at least one night there and using it as a base to visit the surrounding area.

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