Plan your visit
Opening hours
Opening hoursOpen Monday to Sunday
30th January – 31st December 2026
Gardens: 10am - 4pm (Last entry 3.45pm) 
Stables Café: 9am - 5pm 
FOXFORD: 10am - 5pm 
Waterford Greenway: 10am - 3pm (Subject to weather conditions) Opening times are subject to change
Please note that in the event of an orange or red weather warning, the gardens will remain closed. We advise visitors to check weather conditions before travelling. Mount Congreve Gardens is open on all bank holidays, with the exception of Christmas Day, St Stephen’s Day, and New Year’s Day.
Plan your visit
-Wear comfortable walking shoes.
-Upon arrival at Mount Congreve, please follow the signs to the carpark.
-Do not leave any valuables in your car.
-Blue badge parking is available at Mount Congreve House (go past the sign for the main car park and continue up the avenue).
-For those with mobility issues, a drop-off facility is available at Mount Congreve House.
-The Stables Café & Shop are accessible without the purchase of a garden ticket.
-Pets are welcome in the Wetlands only.
-Registered Guide Dogs are permitted in the gardens.
-Picnics are not permitted on the grounds.
-Greenway visitors must disembark their bikes & store them in the bike depot before entry to the gardens.
-Mount Congreve Gardens are not liable for loss or damage to property.
Price & offers
Price & offersChildren Go FREE
**Children Go FREE** Free garden entry applies to children **under 16 years**. This offer is valid for garden admission only, allowing families to explore Mount Congreve’s gardens together and enjoy the estate at their own pace.
| Ticket type | Book online | General admission |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | €12.50 | €13.50 |
| Children Under 16 | €0 | €0 |
| Senior | €11.00 | €12.00 |
| Student | €11.00 | €12.00 |
| Family – 1 Adult + up to 5 Children | €12.50 | €13.50 |
| Family – 2 Adults + up to 5 Children | €25.00 | €27.00 |
| RHSI Adult | €6.25 | €6.75 |
Book ticketsMembership
Membership- €70 for 1 Adult Membership
- €100 for 2 Adult Memberships
- Under 16s: Free
Members can enjoy visiting the Gardens as many times per year as is desired during normal opening hours. Meander through 70 acres of stunning woodland gardens along 16km of winding pathways, explore the 4 acre walled garden, discover hidden follies and have fun in the children’s play areas.
YOU RECEIVE
– Unlimited access during opening hours (13 months)
– Free entry for under-16s
– 10% café & shop discount
– Priority booking for seasonal events
– Complimentary guest pass
Getting hereAccessibility
We hope that everyone who visits Mount Congreve Gardens enjoys their visit. Guests who require additional assistance can either speak to a member of staff upon arrival, or if you have specific requirements, please contact us in advance by email: admin@mountcongreve.com or by phone: +353 (0) 51 384 115 and we will do our utmost to help. Please note that the Buggy Loop must be pre-booked in advance. Days and times of operation may vary, so we recommend checking availability online before travelling. Carers receive complimentary garden admission.
Fragrant Walk - Accessible Route (20 minutes)
Accessible to all our visitors, enjoy year-round, ever-changing fragrances as you journey through varied plant collections and glimpse the woodland garden to the west and the walled garden to the east. Please note that the walled garden contains gradients and may be challenging to navigate for those with limited mobility. We advise guests to take this into account when planning their visit.
Facilities
- Stables Café
- FOXFORD
- Baby changing area
- Car park
- Failte Ireland Information Point
- Electric charging point
Eat & Drink
Enjoy a taste of the countryside at the Stables Café. Please note that only food purchased from the Café can be consumed on site.
Contact us
We welcome feedback on your experience so please let us know about your visit, what worked and what could work better. Email our Estate Team at admin@mountcongreve.com or telephone +353 (0)51 384 115
