Name: House of Waterford
Rating: 5.0

House of Waterford

House of Waterford Café, The Mall, Waterford, X91 FXN4, Ireland

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We look forward to welcoming you to the House of Waterford. The House of Waterford is located in Waterford, Ireland, a Viking city built in 914 AD. This esteemed factory is a hidden gem, the beating heart of the world’s luxury crystal manufacture, and is where our most intricate, authentic, and masterful crystal pieces come to life.

Inside Waterford - A visit to the House of Waterford allows you to experience the sheer divinity of fine crystal, as well as the masterful techniques that create such opulent visions of beauty.

Prices starts from €20.50 for adults, €11.50 for Children (age 6-18 yrs) and €49.50 for Family (2 Adults, 1 Child). If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

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Host birthday parties: No

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Factory Tour:

Mould Room: The first stop on the tour is the mould room where you witness the ancient art of mould making. Master Blowers shape the molten crystal flawlessly with the use of these wooden moulds and hand tools - a technique that has remained unchanged throughout the centuries.
Blowing Department: As you move through to the blowing platform, this is where the magic truly begins and crystal shapes start to form. Using the moulds, our skilled Master Blowers transform glowing balls of crystal into majestic shapes before placing them through the 1400-degree furnace.
Quality Inspection: Our crystal is carefully inspected at each stage of production to ensure each piece meets our exacting standards. With six stringent inspection areas, only pieces that satisfy these standards make it to the next stage of production.
Hand Marking: The next part of your journey is the marking department. Here the crystal is marked with a temporary geometric grid that assists the Master Cutter as they cut the pattern onto the crystal.
Cutting Department: In the cutting department, you will see our Master Cutters at work, utilising the masterful skills they learned during an eight-year apprenticeship. Each pattern, no matter how detailed, must be learned and memorized by the cutter during his training years.
Sculpting: In the next stage of our tour the sculpting department, inspirational pieces of crystal created by our Master Sculptors start out as solid blocks of crystal.
Engraving: Finally, you will have the chance to see Master Engravers at work. Using copper wheels, these skilled artisans patiently engrave intricate designs onto trophies and limited-edition pieces, a painstaking process that can take days to complete depending on the size and complexity of the design.
Retail Store: With the largest collection of Waterford in the world, our opulent 12,000 square feet Retail Store gives you the opportunity to remember your unforgettable day by choosing a piece of crystal to take home.
Waterford Bar: Discover luxury at the bar in the House of Waterford. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or unwinding after a factory tour, this bar offers a refined experience with every sip.

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Parking: Parking for House of Waterford is available at the Bolton Street Car Park directly behind our factory. This is a pay-and-display car park and the charge is €1.00 per hour.
Food & Drinks: Café operates on a walk-in basis. If you wish to have afternoon tea in our café, this must be pre-booked on our website.

What to see

Attractions in Waterford:

King of the Vikings
Waterford Greenway
Barrow Princess Cruise
Epic Tour of Waterford
Bishop's Palace
Medieval Museum
Reginald’s Tower
Lismore Castle
Mount Congreve
Lafcadio Hearn Gardens
Curraghmore House & Gardens
Irish Silver Museum
Irish Museum of Time
Irish Wake Museum

For more information please visit: https://www.houseofwaterford.com/content/attractions-waterford

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Timed Tour Ticket

Adult: €20.50
Child (6–18): €11.50
Under 5: Free
Family (2+1): €49.50
Family (2+2): €59.50
Family (2+3): €69.50
Family (2+4): €74.00
Senior: €18.50
Student: €18.50

Pricing URL: https://www.houseofwaterford.com/content/timed-tour-ticket

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Tours:
Off-Peak Season

January – February & November – December: Mon – Fri: 9:30am – 3:00pm
March: Mon – Sun: 9:30am – 3:15pm (Closed 17th March)

Peak Season: April – October: Mon – Sun: 9:30am – 4:15pm

Retail Store:
Off-Peak Season:

Mon – Sat: 9:30am – 5:00pm
Sun: 12:00pm – 5:00pm

Peak Season: Mon – Sun: 9:00am – 6:00pm

Time may vary please check here: https://www.houseofwaterford.com/content/opening-hours

Address: House of Waterford Café, The Mall, Waterford, X91 FXN4, Ireland

Post Code: IE

Council: Ireland

County: Ireland

By Car: Car Rental companies include Avis, Dan Dooley and Hertz.
By Coach: Choose from CIE or JJ Kavanagh. Dublin Airport to Waterford with Expressway.
By Train: Both CIE and Railtours Ireland offer a train service to Waterford.
Parking: Parking for House of Waterford is available at the Bolton Street Car Park directly behind our factory. This is a pay-and-display car park and the charge is €1.00 per hour.