Blackfriars Abbey, Waterford

According to Lewis’s Topographical Dictionary, Blackfriars Abbey dates from 1226. Today only the remains of the abbey can be seen in Waterford. These include the chancel of the church and the belfry.

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Sight Name: Blackfriars Abbey
Sight Location: Waterford, Ireland (See walking tours in Waterford)
Sight Type: Religious
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:

Waterford's Historical Buildings Tour

Walking Tours in Waterford, Ireland

Create Your Own Walk in Waterford

Creating your own self-guided walk in Waterford is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.

Waterford's Historical Buildings Tour

Waterford is one of the largest cities in southeastern Ireland. The city's motto is “Waterford remains the untaken city." Visit castles built in ancient times, churches that played witness to religious revolutions and other historically significant buildings. Take this walking tour to visit the most notable historic buildings in Waterford.

Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.0 Km or 1.2 Miles

Waterford Introduction Walking Tour

Waterford is one of the oldest cities in Ireland, located in the southeastern part of the country. Although fairly small, Waterford has a lot to offer in terms of historic attractions, some dating back hundreds of years. This orientation walk will take you to the most prominent sights of the city.

Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.5 Km or 1.6 Miles