Irish Wake Museum Tour Rituals of Death and Celebration of Life

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About this activity

Ireland’s first ever Wake Museum will take you on an exploration of life and death, detailing traditions and superstitions, from early Christian times right up to the 20th century.

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At a glance

Duration: 45 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 12 people
People per booking: 1–4
Guide: English
Operated by: Waterford Treasures - Five Museums in the Viking Triangle

Ages: Children (9–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Guided Tour
Included: Professional Guide

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Waterford Treasures: Irish Wake Museum

Admission included

Situated in what was once a 15th-century Almshouse, the Irish Wake Museum offers visitors a rare opportunity to explore one of the most iconic parts of Irish culture, through the eyes of an expert, on this fully guided tour.

In this atmospheric building associated with life and death in Waterford across six centuries visitors are taken on a fascinating journey across our history. In this intimate space the themes of death and funeral practices are explored in order to gain a true understanding of the origins of a wake’s unique customs.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The Irish Wake Museum can be found in Cathedral Square, in the dead centre of the Viking Triangle.

End point

The Irish Wake Museum can be found in Cathedral Square, in the dead centre of the Viking Triangle.

Using your ticket

Please come to the reception of the Irish Wake Museum where one of our team will process your admission ticket.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

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Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please be aware this tour will include mention of death, injury and illness, as well as realistic depictions of the recently deceased. We greatly appreciate that the subject matter of this museum may be upsetting for some and consideration should be taken to ensure that this is the correct experience for you and your companions.
We advise that at a minimum it is not suitable for children under the age of 8 years.