Medieval Museum Waterford

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.

There will be a maximum of 35 people per booking

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

There is an option to take the tour with a costumed re-enactor or multimedia headset with languages of English, French or German.