House of Waterford Crystal Guided Factory Tour in Ireland

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Summary

Starts
House of Waterford Crystal
Duration
1 hour
Languages
English
Difficulty
Easy
Admission
Mobile ticket

Description

Take your travel experience to the next level with this House of Waterford Crystal Guided Factory Tour in Ireland. This factory tour is one of the best design experiences Waterford has to offer.

The House of Waterford Crystal factory is among the few places still practicing the ancient craft of mold making. The tour will enable you to explore the different stages of creating crystals. At the end of the tour, you will better understand how they preserve this cultural tradition.

The meeting point for this popular guided factory tour is located at the House of Waterford Crystal. The tour offers a deeply engaging experience, showcasing the intricate process of crystal creation at its best. Explore the mold room, where wooden molds and hand tools adeptly shape scorching hot crystals. Witness glowing crystal balls transform into mesmerizing structures as they pass through a 1300-degree furnace. Interact with skilled artisans, gaining valuable insights into both historical and contemporary production techniques.

After the tour, browse the retail store with one of the world’s largest displays of Waterford Crystals. Find the perfect Waterford Crystal souvenir to take home. If you still have time, dine at the factory's Crystal Cafe, offering locally sourced food and freshly baked items daily.

The entire experience lasts approximately 1 hour. Travelers who have booked this guided factory tour before have rated their experience an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 2,100 reviews.

This guided factory tour, offered exclusively in English, ensures an intimate touring experience by limiting group sizes to just 10 participants. The tour commences at the following address: 28 The Mall, Waterford, Ireland.

Make sure to thoroughly explore the "Included" and "Good to know" sections below to find out more about the inclusions and insights provided by this design experience. The cancellation policy for this design experience is as follows: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Make your time special by booking this unique guided tour of the iconic House of Waterford Crystal Factory in Ireland. Choose your travel dates and reserve a slot for this guided factory tour before it gets fully booked!

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Included

Cafe
Opulent Retail Store
Guided Factory Tour

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Attractions

House of Waterford Crystal, Park, Waterford City Metropolitan District, Waterford, County Waterford, Munster, IrelandHouse of Waterford Crystal

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Parking is available at the rear of the House of Waterford Crystal, in Bolten Street Public Car park: Cost is €1 per hour

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