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Epic Tour of the Viking Triangle

Waterford, Ireland

From $11.08

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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

1 hour (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Step back in time and explore Irish history from the Viking to the Victorian era on this 1-hour Viking Triangle tour in Waterford. Follow your guide through this ancient Irish city and visit six national monuments including Reginald’s Tower, Greyfriars Friary, Choristers’ Hall, the Mayor’s Wine Vault and the Bishop’s Palace. Gain insight into Ireland’s colorful past and learn of the invasions, battles and victories which shaped the country we know today. Admire archaeological treasures from centuries passed and trace Ireland’s architecture through the generations.

Multiple times offered throughout the day
Family friendly
Popular choice with kids
Soak up the atmosphere on a walking tour
Informative, friendly and professional guide

What's Included

Professional guide

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Waterford Treasures: Bishop's Palace (Treasures of Georgian Waterford)
The Mall, The Viking Triangle, Waterford, X91 E279, Ireland

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Service animals allowed

Near public transportation
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Reviews

4.5

89 reviews

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A fun day in day Waterford

JILL_C, May 2024

We had a port day off the cruise ship and wanted to spend time exploring this city in addition to visiting the glass factory. What a charming tour this turned out to be. Our tour guide, whose first name was difficult to pronounce, and I know she knows who we're talking about, was so sweet and delightful and charming as well. She told funny stories about the history of the Vikings and the town with such delight and expression and made it so much fun. We would all highly recommend taking this one hour tour as part of your day in Waterford.

Quick and informative tour

Suzanne_G, May 2024

Claire did a great job in the rain! The Viking triangle was actually small. Very interesting tour. Thanks for wearing a mic too.

Great experience

Elizabeth_H, Mar 2024

Jamie, our guide was knowledgeable and engaging. Just the right amount of information to be interesting without feeling overloaded

Excellent tour, but Viator needs to step up its act!

Kenneth_W, Nov 2023

The tour was excellent, but my complaint is with Viator. 1.) aviator’s directions to the tour start are inaccurate. The tour starts at the door to the Bishop’s Palace, not where Viator sends you if you tap their map. We missed the beginning of the tour. 2.) In Waterford, you can buy the Freedom of Waterford Tour at the Medieval Music. It includes the Epic Viking AND 4 museums. We paid Viator for nothing.

Epic indeed

Elizabeth_S, Nov 2023

Clare was the absolute best!! She gave me an amazing personalized tour. Very educational and so much fun for this Irish Scandinavian 💖

Very satisfied with my tour!

Joanne_D, Nov 2023

Very knowledgeable and engaging guide! Enjoyed learning the history of the Irish flag! Easy walkability!

Could be improved.

BETTY_D, Sep 2023

Too much about Norman's and Young Irelanders and almost nothing about Vikings. Would have liked to hear about their traditions, family life, housing when they finally settled. Etc.

Epic Tour of the Viking Village

Lynette_M, Sep 2023

Very knowledgeable tour guide, amazing history. Amazing collection of artifacts. Very enjoyable; highly recommend.

Great tour

Henry_I, Sep 2023

Great overview of the Viking Triangle with an animated guide with interesting storytelling. Highly recommend.

The guide made the tour excellent!

Caroline_d, Sep 2023

Very interesting tour. The highlight was the tour guide! I think her name is Cliona? I really can’t recall now but she was excellent! Fantastic storyteller. Great humour. Loved every minute!

Wrong meeting place on ticket

Nicole_P, Sep 2023

Ticket and details say to meet at the mall. No one was there and no one responded to my message. Turns out they don't meet at the mall, but that differing piece of info was found in one spot prior to purchase. They need to fix this, we were screwed out of our walking tour.

Loved the history lesson 😍

Dianne_H, Sep 2023

It was a great tour, entertaining and informative! Our tour guide was great ! It was quite the history lesson and we learned a lot in a fun way.

Fabulous tour guide.

Nancy_R, Aug 2023

The tour guide was amazing. I can't remember her name but she was one of the best tour guides I have ever had. She was extremely entertaining, Informative and brought the history to life. Besides all that, when I tried to tip her she would not take tips.

Poorly Run

Ronald_S, Aug 2023

Regretfully, this was not a good experience. The tour was grossly overbooked (90+). After the first stop, the group was split and we went with a new guide. That group was still too big. For those at the back to hear properly. With everyone advanced booked, the company should have known. Greed overcame them. And, yes, I would like my money back.

Interesting information about the old town

Brian_B, Aug 2023

Great tour of the old section of Waterford with a lot of interesting information about the town and its history. Group was too large though for it to be able to hear very well. They eventually brought in a second tour guide to break up the tour.

Not rushed, very...

Donald_B, Aug 2023

Not rushed, very informative and entertaining. We appreciated the sense of humour of our guide who really knew what he was talking about.

Impressive and very interesting.

Sharon_E, Aug 2023

Very interesting tour. Our guide Jack had excellent knowledge of and understanding of the viking history and events. He was also very funny which made the tour even better.

An hour well spent

Yvonne_J, Jul 2023

Prompt start. Very knowledgeable guide. Great to know some of the history or Waterford. A good start to a day in Waterford

Viking triangle tour

Lindsay_L, Jun 2023

Great tour, good information and not too long. Guide was very friendly and knowledgeable and we were able to hear perfectly even with the city traffic. Would recommend as a first stop in the city.

Excellent and informative walking tour of Waterford

Patrick_A, May 2023

The walking tour guide in Waterford (Epic Tour of the Viking Triangle) was excellent and very informative, he gave us a lot of information on the Vikings including showing us the replica of a Viking boat that was used to cross the English Channel. We would recommend this tour although short but very informative.