Lismore Guided Tour

Discover the most historic places of an Irish city on the banks of the Blackwater River with this guided tour of Lismore. Its cathedral and castle will leave you speechless!

Lismore Guided Tour

At 2 pm we'll meet on West Street to start this guided tour of Lismore, during which we'll learn about the history of this Irish city in County Waterford.

We'll begin by walking down Lismore's oldest street, reflecting on its Celtic origins, Viking invasions, and Norman settlements. The town's history is rich. Nearby, we will find the old railroad station, which was active until the 1960s and has since been repurposed as a residential area.

We will also visit the Famine Graveyard, a remnant of a tragic stage in the city’s history, followed by the St. Carthage Cathedral, which we will admire from the outside.

Next is Lismore Castle, built on a hill overlooking the Blackwater River. This fortress has hosted notable guests, including King Henry II of England, Fred Astaire, and John F. Kennedy.

Finally, after a 50-minute guided walking tour of Lismore, we will return to the starting point.