Watch Tower, Waterford

Name: Watch Tower
Address: Waterford, Ireland

#18 among attractions in Waterford

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The Watch Tower is a tower on Manor Street in Waterford, Munster, Ireland. It is one of the six surviving towers of the city walls of Waterford. The cylindrical shape of the tower suggests that it was built in the 13th century. The arrow slit openings, or embrasures, with a gun loop at the bottom indicate that the tower was modified in the 15th or 16th century to facilitate artillery operations. The tower does not have any windows on the city side; it was built solely as a defensive structure without a secondary use as a dwelling. At the rear of the tower there are two entrances, one at ground level and another at wall-walk level. ()

Coordinates: 52°15'22"N, 7°6'45"W

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Waterford Ireland

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Watch Tower – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Reginald's Tower, Waterford Museum of Treasures, Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity, Waterford Viking Triangle.

0.4 miNE
Museum, Civic center, Historical place
Reginald's Tower, Waterford
11 min walk • Reginald's Tower, standing as a robust monument to Waterford's Viking past, is an emblematic structure in the oldest city in Ireland. This historic building, now functioning as a museum, is the oldest civic urban structure in the country, offering visitors a window...
~1920 ftNE
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Waterford Museum of Treasures, Waterford
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Ireland's oldest city, Waterford, the Waterford Museum of Treasures is a cultural gem that beckons history enthusiasts and casual visitors alike. This museum complex is an exceptional repository of artifacts and exhibits that chronicle over a...
~1950 ftN
Sacred and religious sites, Church
Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity, Waterford
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Waterford, Ireland, stands the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity, a beacon of faith and history in this ancient city. This majestic church, completed in 1793, is the oldest Roman Catholic cathedral in Ireland.
~950 ftW
Museum
Waterford Viking Triangle, Waterford
5 min walk • Step back in time and immerse yourself in Ireland's rich Viking heritage at the Waterford Viking Triangle, a treasure trove of historical intrigue nestled in the heart of Waterford city. This compact museum quarter is a testament to the city’s ancient past, where the...
~1660 ftNE
52°15'35"N • 7°6'27"W
Bishop's Palace Café, Waterford
8 min walk • Museum, History museum, Architecture
0.7 miNW
Bridge
Rice Bridge, Waterford
17 min walk • Rice Bridge, a pivotal crossing in the historic city of Waterford, Ireland, stands as a testament to the city's commitment to modern infrastructure while preserving its rich heritage. This essential bridge spans the River Suir, connecting the two sides of Waterford...
~600 ftNW
Tower, Forts and castles
French Tower, Waterford
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Waterford, Ireland, the French Tower stands as a steadfast reminder of the city's medieval past. This historic castle is part of the Waterford City Wall, a defensive structure that dates back to the Norman conquest of the city which began in...
~1560 ftN
Church
Lismore Cathedral, Waterford
8 min walk • St. Carthage Cathedral, Lismore is a Church of Ireland cathedral in Lismore, County Waterford. It is in the ecclesiastical province of Dublin.
0.4 miNE
Church
French Church, Waterford
10 min walk • The French Church, a former Franciscan Friary and also known as Greyfriars Abbey it was built in 1241 on what is now Greyfriars and Baileys New Street, Waterford.
~1560 ftN
Church
Christ Church Cathedral, Waterford
8 min walk • Christ Church Cathedral, Waterford, or more formally, the Cathedral of The Holy Trinity, Christ Church, is a cathedral of the Church of Ireland in Waterford City, Ireland. It is in the ecclesiastical province of Dublin.
~890 ftW
52°15'24"N • 7°6'59"W
Edmund Rice House, Waterford
5 min walk • Museum, Sacred and religious sites

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Watch Tower?

Nearby attractions include Double Tower, Waterford (1 min walk), French Tower, Waterford (3 min walk), Edmund Rice House, Waterford (5 min walk), Waterford Viking Triangle, Waterford (5 min walk).

How to get to Watch Tower by public transport?

The nearest stations to Watch Tower:

Bus

Waterford Parnell Street • Lines: 40, Dublin Airport - Waterford - Tra, Tramore - Waterford - Dublin Air (5 min walk)
Waterford Bus Station (14 min walk)

Train

Plunkett Station (19 min walk)
Waterford Plunkett (19 min walk)