• Bishop’s Palace - This stunning Georgian residence is a must-visit attraction in Waterford. Experience the grandeur of eighteenth-century living in this exquisite Georgian building. Be sure to see the oldest existing piece of Waterford Crystal, dating back to 1789, and Napoleon Bonaparte’s Mourning Cross, the only one remaining from the original twelve made upon his death.

Join a guided tour led by our reenactor Housekeeper while the Bishop is away, and uncover the house’s secrets, including intriguing love stories and more hidden beneath the Georgian elegance [Tours every hour, subject to availability].

Alternatively, enjoy the opulent surroundings of the Bishop’s Palace on a self-guided tour, where you can admire the ornate gilt furniture and architectural details. Don’t miss the 1789 Penrose Decanter, the oldest surviving piece of Waterford glass in the world.

• Professional guide available hourly, subject to availability

• Gratuities

This stunning Georgian home is an essential visit!

Join a tour at the Bishop’s Palace with either the Housekeeper or Butler while the Bishop is away, and uncover the house’s hidden secrets.

During this unique tour, guests will enjoy a reenactor-led journey through the opulent surroundings of the Bishop’s Palace, where they will be captivated by the elaborate gilt furniture and architectural details. Visitors will uncover scandalous affairs, intriguing love stories, and more that lie beneath the surface of Georgian elegance. Discover tales of misbehaving rakes, scandalous rumors, and even murder on this special tour of one of Waterford’s most renowned townhouses.

Be sure to see the oldest surviving piece of Waterford Crystal in the world, dating back to 1789, and Napoleon Bonaparte’s Mourning Cross; the only one remaining from the original twelve made upon his death.

• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• A maximum of 30 people per booking

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.