Following Waterford's inclusion in Conde Nast Traveller Magazine's list of the “Best Places to Go in 2024,” the southeast county is basking in the tourist spotlight and already seeing returns on its recent investments in tourism-related products.

“Yes, Waterford is synonymous with crystal, but the city, founded in 914, also sparkles with history and natural treasures,” travel writer AnneLise Sorensen wrote for The New York Times.

“A unique digital narrative trail brings the past to life at locations like the medieval monument Reginald's Tower in Waterford's cobblestone centre, known as the Viking Triangle. Less traditional sights in the city include the Irish Museum of Time, which features watches, grandfather clocks, and other artefacts, and the recently opened Irish Wake Museum, which honours the funeral custom.”

“Waterford's historical treasures are matched by its natural riches, particularly the Copper Coast, which is surrounded by steep cliffs and scalloped bays. The beachfront is a portion of the almost 30-mile Waterford Greenway, which follows a defunct rail route.”

“A new segment connecting the Greenway to Waterford's centre was completed in 2023. Enjoy afternoon tea amidst one of Ireland's greatest plant collections at Mount Congreve Gardens, which reopened in 2023 following a multimillion-dollar renovation, to round off your Greenway trip.”

Sara Dolan, commercial director of Mount Congreve Trust and Waterford Treasures, expressed her gratitude for the recognition by saying: “We are thrilled to be included in this highly regarded list, which frequently sets the bar or highlights destinations for other travel writers to plan further exploration.”

Since last month, Waterford has seen a notable increase in its international exposure because to its placement in Conde Nast Traveler's list of the "Best Places to Go in 2024."

“With the creation of the Waterford Greenway, the redevelopment and opening of Mount Congreve Gardens, the opening of four new museums by Waterford Treasures, and other initiatives, the tourism product in Waterford has seen significant investment. Therefore, it is extremely satisfying to see this investment recognised on a global scale and to see Ireland's oldest city achieve the status it deserves.”