Skip the Line: Hook Lighthouse Entrance Ticket and Guided Tour

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About this activity

Located at the tip of the Hook Peninsula in County Wexford in Ireland's Ancient East, the Hook Lighthouse is the oldest operational lighthouse in the world, and has marked the entrance to Waterford Harbour for over 800 years. Enjoy a 45-minute guided tour of this purpose-built, fully operational lighthouse. The visitor center features a gift shop, an art workshop, exhibits and a café. The Hook Lighthouse truly is one of a kind. This shared guided tour is available for groups of no more than 5.

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At a glance

Duration: 45 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 30 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Hook Heritage ltd

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–17 years) · Youth (18–18 years) · Adults (19–64 years) · Seniors (65–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional guide

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks (available to purchase)

Itinerary

Hook Lighthouse

Admission included

Your admission ticket allows for a guided tour of the lighthouse starting at your chosen late-morning time. Your guide will walk you through 800 years of the history of light-keeping at Hook Lighthouse, giving you insight to how its keepers lived throughout the ages. You will meet St Dubhan and William Marshall (the greatest Knight) on your journey, while your guide regales stories from the lighthouse's past.

The tour will culminate in spectacular views from the Balcony of the Lighthouse. In clear weather you can see for miles, and in a storm the spray often reaches the top of the lighthouse!

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Hook Lighthouse Hook Head, Y34 KD93, Fethard On Sea, Ireland See on map

End point

Hook Lighthouse Hook Head, Y34 KD93, Fethard On Sea, Ireland See on map

Using your ticket

Due to the nature of this tour & the safety of all guests, operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
A maximum of 5 people per booking
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Visitors are advised to wear comfortable shoes for climbing the 115 steps inside the tower to the viewing balcony

Options

11:00am Tour

45 min tour of Hook Lighthouse, the oldest, most operational intact lighthouse in the world. Climb the 115 steps and learn about Lighthouse Keeping through the ages, finishing with spectacular views.
13:00 Tour

45 min tour of Hook Lighthouse, the oldest, most operational intact lighthouse in the world. Climb the 115 steps and learn about Lighthouse Keeping through the ages, finishing with spectacular views.
16:00 Tour

45 min tour of Hook Lighthouse, the oldest, most operational intact lighthouse in the world. Climb the 115 steps and learn about Lighthouse Keeping through the ages, finishing with spectacular views.
17:00 Tour

45 min tour of Hook Lighthouse, the oldest, most operational intact lighthouse in the world. Climb the 115 steps and learn about Lighthouse Keeping through the ages, finishing with spectacular views.
10:00am Tour

45 min tour of Hook Lighthouse, the oldest, most operational intact lighthouse in the world. Climb the 115 steps and learn about Lighthouse Keeping through the ages, finishing with spectacular views.
14:00 Tour

45 min tour of Hook Lighthouse, the oldest, most operational intact lighthouse in the world. Climb the 115 steps and learn about Lighthouse Keeping through the ages, finishing with spectacular views.
15:00 Tour

45 min tour of Hook Lighthouse, the oldest, most operational intact lighthouse in the world. Climb the 115 steps and learn about Lighthouse Keeping through the ages, finishing with spectacular views.
12:00 Tour

45 min tour of Hook Lighthouse, the oldest, most operational intact lighthouse in the world. Climb the 115 steps and learn about Lighthouse Keeping through the ages, finishing with spectacular views.