Julie’s guidebook for Lismore, Waterford.
Food scene
Foleys on The Mall
East Main StreetFabulous Gastro Pub and restaurant.
The Vault Cafe
West StreetScrumptious cakes and splendid brews at 'The Vault Cafe'.
Looks small from the outside but pleasant relaxing space inside. Enjoy the cakes!
The Summerhouse Cafe
16c Main StLooks small from the outside but pleasant relaxing space inside. Enjoy the cakes!
In nearby Cappoquin - Barron's Bakery & Coffee House is highly recommended.
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Barron's Bakery & Coffee House
4 Cook StIn nearby Cappoquin - Barron's Bakery & Coffee House is highly recommended.
Sweet place, especially to enjoy lunch with the locals - some fine Irish home cooking.
Latch Restaurant
Main StreetSweet place, especially to enjoy lunch with the locals - some fine Irish home cooking.
A pleasant place to eat, especially if you have been cycling on the Greenway.
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The Moorings
Davitts QuayA pleasant place to eat, especially if you have been cycling on the Greenway.
Sightseeing
St. Carthage's Cathedral
10 Church LnA place of significant historical religious importance in Ireland.
Lismore Castle and Gardens is a great visit for all - highly recommended.
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Lismore Castle Gardens
Lismore Castle and Gardens is a great visit for all - highly recommended.
The Classroom Bar
Main StreetGreat bar with both trad and modern music on offer frequently.
Tourism Information
Well worth a visit to get an up to date picture on local events taking place.
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Lismore Heritage Centre
West StreetWell worth a visit to get an up to date picture on local events taking place.
During the summer, Lismore plays host to the Blackwater River Opera Festival. Please refer to this site for details: https://blackwatervalleyoperafestival.com
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Lismore
During the summer, Lismore plays host to the Blackwater River Opera Festival. Please refer to this site for details: https://blackwatervalleyoperafestival.com
The Great Outdoors
There are a number of places where you can hire bikes (& helmets). Plan the route you want to take, there are different pick up places along the way, should you not want to cycle all of the way back. Along the route there are some lovely cafes to sustain the energy levels.
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Waterford Greenway
Waterford GreenwayThere are a number of places where you can hire bikes (& helmets). Plan the route you want to take, there are different pick up places along the way, should you not want to cycle all of the way back. Along the route there are some lovely cafes to sustain the energy levels.
Lovely mountain walks in the Knockmealdown Mountains. Take a drive up to 'The Vee' and take in the views.
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Knockmealdown Mountains
Lovely mountain walks in the Knockmealdown Mountains. Take a drive up to 'The Vee' and take in the views.
Lady Louisa's Walk
N72A well guided walk near to the Blackwater River, with great views to enjoy.
Referred by locals as the 'Towers Walk' - this is situated about 4Kms out of Lismore (well signposted). There are some easy, safe walking paths set amongst some beautiful woodland. The history of the Towers is less pleasant to learn about.
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Ballysaggartmore Towers
Referred by locals as the 'Towers Walk' - this is situated about 4Kms out of Lismore (well signposted). There are some easy, safe walking paths set amongst some beautiful woodland. The history of the Towers is less pleasant to learn about.
City/town information
Ardmore Green Flag Beach.
Ardmore Beach is a sweeping, mile-long stretch of sandy beach that is popular with families because of its safe bathing waters. The Blue Flag is one of the world's most recognised eco-labels and Ardmore Beach is one of four County Waterford Beaches to be awarded that prestigious Blue Flag designation for 2020.
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Ardmore
Ardmore Green Flag Beach.
Ardmore Beach is a sweeping, mile-long stretch of sandy beach that is popular with families because of its safe bathing waters. The Blue Flag is one of the world's most recognised eco-labels and Ardmore Beach is one of four County Waterford Beaches to be awarded that prestigious Blue Flag designation for 2020.
Enjoy the delights of Dungarvan. Go for that cycle on the Greenway.
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Dungarvan
Enjoy the delights of Dungarvan. Go for that cycle on the Greenway.
Midleton is a great place to visit. Make sure you make safe travel arrangements if you intend to visit the Jameson's Whisky Distillery.
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Midleton
Midleton is a great place to visit. Make sure you make safe travel arrangements if you intend to visit the Jameson's Whisky Distillery.
Youghal
Take a visit to Youghal, east Cork.
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The Blackwater River Opera Festival
During the summer, Lismore plays host to the Blackwater River Opera Festival. Please refer to this site for details: https://blackwatervalleyoperafestival.com