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Waterford Treasures: Irish Museum of Time
Waterford City, Co. Waterford
Family friendly
Rainy days
The Irish Museum of Time in Greyfriars Church, Waterford City, is Ireland's National Horological Museum. It is the Home to the World’s Oldest Irish-Made Timepieces and a Celebration of Centuries of Craftsmanship and Innovation.

The Irish Museum of Time, is located on Greyfriars Street in the heart of Waterford’s Viking Triangle. This refurbished gothic style church is home to one of the finest collections of timepieces worldwide.

The museum showcases the oldest Irish-made grandfather clocks, table clocks and watches, celebrating the extraordinary craftsmanship of virtuoso makers from the 17th century onwards. The collection also extends internationally, featuring timepieces from across the world.

Don't miss the display of 19th-century Black Forest cuckoo clocks, with more than 400 exceptional pieces, this exhibition represents one of the most comprehensive public displays of Black Forest cuckoo clocks worldwide.

Why we like it
  • Visit Ireland’s only Horological Museum with the largest collection of Irish clocks and watches in Ireland.
  • Learn all about the fascinating history of timekeeping.
  • See some of the oldest Irish made grandfather clocks, table clocks and watches in the world.
Tips from locals

Visit The Clock Tower on Meagher's Quay, Coal Quay. It is a freestanding single bay, two stage Gothic revival clock tower erected in 1863.

Contact details
Greyfriar Street, Waterford City, Waterford, Republic of Ireland, X91 CF95
Visit duration

We recommend planning to spend 1 hour to 1.5 hours here.

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