10 TOP Things to Do in Southeast Ireland (2026 Activity Guide)

Irish Agricultural Museum featuring heritage elements, a castle and a fountain

Hook Lighthouse featuring heritage elements and interior views

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What to do in Southeast Ireland

Popular places to visit

Kilkenny Castle

After visiting Kilkenny Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kilkenny. While you're here, you can savor the lively bars.

Waterford Crystal Factory

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Waterford Crystal Factory during your trip to Waterford. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Mount Congreve Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Mount Congreve Gardens, a lovely green space in Waterford. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

House of Waterford Crystal

You can enjoy retail therapy at House of Waterford Crystal during your visit to Viking Triangle. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its lively bars.

Hook Lighthouse

Enjoy magnificent sea views from the top of one of the oldest operational lighthouses in the world.

Duncannon Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Duncannon Beach during your travels in Duncannon? Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Rosslare Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Rosslare Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Rosslare. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

St. Canice's Cathedral

St. Canice's Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Kilkenny, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're here, you can savor the lively bars.

Rosslare Europort

Explore the waterfront in Rosslare Harbour with a trip to Rosslare Europort. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

Areas of Southeast Ireland

Kilkenny City Centre

Kilkenny City Centre is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Smithwick's Brewery Tour or Black Abbey.

Talbotsinch

While Talbotsinch isn't home to many top sights, Black Abbey and Smithwick's Brewery Tour are some notable places to visit nearby.

Newpark

When in Newpark, you can plan a visit to Nowlan Park and The National Reptile Zoo, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Deansground

While Deansground might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Butler House and Smithwick's Brewery Tour.