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Irish National Heritage Park

Off Dublin-Wexford Rd. (N11), | Ferrycarrig, Ireland
353 53 9120733
4.5 of 5 stars 33 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites, Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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ireland
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

The whole park, from the moment you start walking through the reeds to the stone houses, the tiny Abbey, the Viking long house, the straw houses in the village, the Motte and Bailey on the hill, captures your interest. This park is cleverly laid out and the way it leads you through life here in Ireland from earliest times is... More

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Bristol, United Kingdom
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

This was a really great place to go and learn about the history of Ireland. We had Paul who was our guide..take the tour (its included in the entry price) beacuse you learn so much more. It goes right back from Stone Age to the Vikings...We were really impressed and the restaurant served really good food as well. It is... More

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DUblin
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

I have been few times in the Irish National Heritage Park, the perfect place to discover the life in Ireland from the Mesolitic to the Normands.. totally recommend it. More

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Wexford, Ireland
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34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012

had one little thing wrong the tour for familys could be a little less other wise a good place for the family to learn different areas of history and have a meal as well More

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Sydney, Australia
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2012

We went probably off-season. There wasn't a live guide but we were offered audio guides which we found excellent. The pre-tour short film was well done and very informative. A great start to the exhibits and walk. There were works ongoing so one spot was closed. We were offered a free return pass and complimentary tea and coffee as a... More

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Dublin, Ireland
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52 reviews 52 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012

Absolutely loved this place, just a little drive out of Wexford town, scenic is an understatement, as well as informative, well laid out and enjoyable. There are brief walks in between the exhibits and its really great how they hide them from the children, you do the grown up thing and read the plaques about prehistoric irish shack where our... More

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Waterford, Ireland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2012

Really enjoyed the visit. A wonderful sense of the past pervades in this beautifully laid out park. A "must visit" place for anyone interested in Ireland's rich heritage. More

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Wexford, Ireland
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2012

A most informative, enjoyable, exciting experience awaits you here. The tour guides are very kind,pleasant,and helpful. They have a vast knowledge of the park and it's history. You are taken back in time to see what life was like here hundreds of years ago. The restaurant is a must visit experience. Food is simply delicious and great value for money.... More

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Dublin, Ireland
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 March 2012

Enjoyed my 2 hour tour here. Great fun guide and the resturant at the park is excellent. Highly recommended!! More

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Wexford, Ireland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 February 2012

Went recently with my wife and young daughter. Had a very enjoyable meal and a leisurely 2 hour stroll. Very friendly staff and very informative. More

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