Waterford Treasures Children's Christmas Trail
Families embark on a festive trail through Waterford's museums to discover the origins of Christmas traditions. Starting at the Medieval Museum, participants explore the museum spaces to solve Christmas clues. Completing the trail may even earn visitors a special prize at the end.
Nov 13 – Dec 23, 2026 All ages
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Plan Your Visit
Tickets
Adult €23. Children under 16 go free when accompanied by an adult. The page also says the trail is available to children of all ages with the purchase of a Freedom Pass, which offers free entry to children under 16.
Hours
Fridays, Thursdays, Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays: 9:15am–5pm; Saturdays: 10am–5pm; Sundays: 11am–5pm.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Book before visiting: booking is essential, so secure your place ahead of your family’s trip to the Medieval Museum.
- Begin at the Medieval Museum because it is the stated starting point for the trail through Waterford’s museums.
- If bringing children under 16, note that they go free when accompanied by an adult; the listing also mentions the Freedom Pass.
- Choose comfortable shoes for walking around the museum trail, which takes visitors through Waterford Treasures’ museums.
- Consider donating to Tintean Housing Association if you would like to support the event’s named local charity partner.
Special Events & Promotions
- Children under 16 enter free when accompanied by an adult.
- Completing the trail may earn visitors a special prize.
Links & Contact
Run by Winterval
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Frequently Asked Questions
What do children do on the trail?
Families visit Waterford Treasures’ museums, solve Christmas clues and complete the trail; there may be a special prize at the end.
Where does the trail begin?
It begins at the Medieval Museum.
Do I need to book ahead?
Yes, booking is essential.
Which days does the trail run?
It runs on selected dates: Fridays to Sundays through December 6, Thursdays to Sundays from December 10 to 20, and Monday to Wednesday from December 21 to 23.
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