County Waterford is located on the southern coast of Ireland and covers some 181,300 hectares, excluding Waterford City. The coastline extends from Passage East and the River Suir in the East of the county to Ardmore in the West and contains some very attractive beaches ranging from more developed resorts such as Tramore and Clonea to secluded coves, sand dunes and rock pools.

Waterford City
Waterford City is just 1 hours drive from Rosslare, 2.5 hours from Dublin, 1.5 hours from Cork/Shannon and 4.5 hours from Belfast. Irelandin1 has an extensive selection of Waterford Hotels and B&B aaccommodation in Waterford.

The county offers a dazzling coastline, beautiful river valleys and a glorious range of very accessible mountains. Waterford contains parts of the Knockmealdown and Comeragh mountain ranges to the north and the Monavullagh mountains in the centre of the County. The Rivers Blackwater, Suir, Colligan, Dalligan, Lickey and Brickey amongst others provide great fishing and river walks.

Waterford city is probably the oldest continuously settled site in Ireland. Recent excavations have revealed evidence of settlement here as early as the 10th century. Archaeological remains show Viking as well as Anglo-Norman influence. Waterford’s 11th century walls are the best surviving type outside of Derry. Waterford city now contains a mix of modern shopping centres, craft and design centres, traditional pubs, hotels, B&B accommodation and gourmet restaurants, with lots to see and do, from guided walks around the ancient walls to a visit to the Waterford Crystal Visitors Centre. First established in 1783, Waterford Crystal designs, manufactures and markets an extensive range of glassware, famous throughout the world. Most Waterford Hotels will give you information on visiting the visitor centre.

Dungarvan, the administrative capital of the county, is set in a broad, magnificent bay, offering bird watching for the enthusiast and beginner alike. The Dungarvan Museum offers unique insights into local history.

Dunmore East is a beautiful unspoilt fishing village,set out around a stone harbour and overlooked by the 19th century Doric lighthouse. It is well known for its fish restaurants. Tramore has a magnificent beach with miles of golden strand, with a funpark beside it, including Splashworld, an indoor water extravaganza for adults and children.

Waterford is blessed with a variety of landscape and an environment where every sport can be enjoyed against a backdrop of exciting and wonderful scenery. It is the perfect location for your hotel break in the South East.

Golf
There are a number of golf courses with unspoiled views and the friendliest environment you could imagine. Faithlegg Hotel and Golf Course is close to Waterford City.