Medieval Museum – Waterford Treasures

Check dates & book this tour from €12.30

Operator: Waterford Treasures
Duration: 1 to 2 hours
Area: Waterford
Prices: Adults: €12.30

Explore Ireland’s only purpose-built medieval museum with Waterford Treasures!

What to expect

• Explore 2 medieval chambers
• Witness the only remaining set of High Mass Vestments woven with real gold
• View priceless artefacts that shaped the oldest city in Ireland

About this tour

Step back in time and uncover over a thousand years of Irish history at the award-winning Waterford Treasures Medieval Museum/ This is the only purpose-built medieval museum in Ireland.

Located in the heart of Waterford’s Viking Triangle, this immersive experience showcases the city’s rich past through stunning architecture, atmospheric exhibits, and one-of-a-kind treasures. From the moment you enter the stone-vaulted undercroft, you’ll be transported to a world of knights, kings, and royalty.

Explore the collection of artefacts, including the magnificent 13th-century Great Charter Roll, the lavish cloth-of-gold vestments, and rare medieval manuscripts that bring the stories of medieval Ireland to life. Each room tells a new chapter of a vibrant past, allowing you to experience Ireland’s oldest city in a way that is both educational and unforgettable.

The Medieval Museum is home to the only complete set of High Mass Vestments that survied in Northern Europe. These wereonce lost and hidden for hundreds of years. Witness the only remaining piece of clothing belonging to King Henry VIII – The ‘ Cap of Maintenance.

Group Size

There will be a maximum of 35 people per booking

Additional Information

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Guides & Languages

Guided Tours operate daily in English. Tours in French or Irish can be provided on advance request.

Accessibility Information

• Wheelchair accessible
• Pushchair accessible
• Service animals permitted

Opening Hours

Monday – Friday: 9:15am – 6:00pm (5:00pm Sept to May)

Saturday: 10:00am – 6:00pm (5:00pm Sept to May)

Sundays & Bank Holidays: 11:00am – 6:00pm (5:00pm Sept to May)

Meeting point

Medieval Museum Cathedral Square, Viking Triangle, Waterford, X91 K10E