Dungarvan and West Waterford has loads of great places to eat out, everything from fine dining to a quick takeaway. Why not have a relaxing coffee on the quayside after a nice cycle through the Waterford countryside. On a warm sunny day, there is absolutely nothing better.Read More
Waterford County Museum is located in the Old Town Hall opposite the Augustinian Friary Church in Dungarvan.
After a meeting was held by the Dungarvan Irish Countrywomen’s Association in 1982 it was decided that a Waterford County Museum Society be established to manage the museum.Read More
Lismore, another town 24km from Dungarvan, is most famous for the castle that overshadows the entire place. Sitting on the River Blackwater, the castle is owned by the Duke of Devonshire. The gardens and gallery are open to the public, however due to the castle being the private residence of Lord and Lady Burlington and their family, it is closed to the public.Read More
Dungarvan castle (also known as King John’s Norman Castle) was founded in 1185 by Prince John. This castle was built in an Anglo – Norman style and is one of many castles built around the 12th century in the South-East of Ireland. The earliest part of the castle is its shell keep, which is rare for Irish castles to have as this is more commonly found in English castles.Read More
Dromana gate is a Hindu Gothic gate, built in 1830. Located about 16km from Dungarvan, 5km from Cappoquin and 10km from Lismore.
The gate was built by the owner of Dromana Estate at the time, Henry Villiers-Stuart and his wife Theresia Pauline Ott of Vienna.Read More
Ardmore is a sleepy fishing village, about 22km from Dungarvan, which in recent times has become a popular tourist destination. It has gained nationwide recognition for its long beaches, hidden coves, restaurants and the five star Cliff house hotel. The village also has a long history, making for an interesting visit.Read More
The Gaeltacht of An Rinn, which can be seen across the bay on the greenway, is located about 10km from Dungarvan. The area has a rich heritage, including a famine walk, and is home to Colaiste na Rinne, where students flock in the summertime to Irish language courses.Read More
