Waterford Treasures: Bishop's Palace

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About this activity

This magnificent Georgian residence is a must-see attraction!

Come along to the Bishop’s Palace for a tour with the Housekeeper or Butler while the Bishop is away and discover the secrets the house holds.

On this special tour, guests can enjoy a reenactor-led experience through the luxurious surroundings of the Bishop’s Place where they can prepare to be entranced by ornate gilt furniture and architectural features. Visitors will discover the scandalous affairs, tantalising love stories and more that hide beneath the veneer of Georgian perfection. Learn about misbehaving rakes, scurrilous rumours and murder most foul on this special tour of one of Waterford’s most famous townhouses.

Don’t miss the oldest surviving piece of Waterford Crystal in the world dating back to 1789, and the Napoleon Bonaparte’s Mourning Cross; the only one to survive out of the original twelve that were made on his death.

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At a glance

Duration: one hour
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
People per booking: 1–15
Written guide: German, English, French
Guide: English
Operated by: Waterford Treasures - Five Museums in the Viking Triangle

Ages: Infants (1–6 years) · Children (7–16 years) · Adults (17–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional guide [Hourly, subject to availability]

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Waterford Treasures: Bishop's Palace

Admission included

This magnificent Georgian residence is a must-see attraction in Waterford. Experience authentic grand eighteenth century living in this beautiful Georgian building. Don’t miss the oldest surviving piece of Waterford Crystal in the world dating back to 1789, and the Napoleon Bonaparte’s Mourning Cross; the only one to survive out of the original twelve that were made on his death.

Join our reenactor-led guided tour with our Housekeeper while the Bishop is away and discover the secrets the house holds, of tantalising love stories and more that hide beneath the veneer of Georgian perfection [Tours every hour, subject to availability].

Or, enjoy the the luxurious surroundings of the Bishop’s Place on a self-guided tour, where you can prepare to be entranced by ornate gilt furniture and architectural features. Not to mention the 1789 Penrose Decanter - The oldest surviving piece of Waterford glass in the world.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Waterford Treasures: Bishop's Palace The Mall, Viking Triangle, X91 E279, Waterford, Ireland See on map

End point

Waterford Treasures: Bishop's Palace The Mall, Viking Triangle, X91 E279, Waterford, Ireland See on map

Using your ticket

Opening Times. Monday to Friday: 10am to 6pm (9.15am to 5pm Sept. to May), Saturday: 10am to 6pm (5pm Sept. to May), Sundays and Bank Holidays: 11am to 6pm (5pm Sept. to May)
Last Admission: 5pm (4pm Sept. to May)

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
A maximum of 30 people per booking

Options

Splendor & Scandal Guided Tour

Duration: 1 hour

Guided tour of Bishop's Palace: Visit Bishops Palace for a tour with the Housekeeper or Butler while the Bishop is away and discover the secrets of the house
Bishop's Palace Gen Addmission

Duration: 1 hour

Self-Guided Tour: Enjoy the the luxurious surroundings of the Bishop’s Place on a self-guided tour