Enjoy the Perfect Family Day Out

Get the whole Family Together...

...To Create Lasting Memories!

Explore one of the great gardens of the world with all the family. We have something for everyone. From play areas to family-friendly menus, the gardens offer a magical family day out.

 

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Eco-Playground

Let your little ones run wild in our playground!

 

The woodland playground is a must-visit for any family day out in Mount Congreve. Spend hours together enjoying seesaws, tunnel slides, hammock swings and more! The kids are sure to love it!

 

 

 

Kids’ Activity Sheets

Enjoy our autumn activity sheets together!

 

Make your family trip even more fun with our activity sheets! Perfect for kids of all ages, these sheets make exploring the gardens a fun learning experience. Pick them up at reception for puzzles, scavenger hunts, and fun facts about the gardens.

 

The Waterford Greenway

Explore the Waterford Greenway with direct access from Mount Congreve Gardens!

 

Take advantage of the beautiful greenway that connects to the gardens, perfect for a family walk or bike ride. Discover local flora and fauna along the route, the perfect learning experience for both the kids and adults!

 

FOXFORD

Find the perfect gift for kids at FOXFORD

 

Discover the perfect gift for your little ones at FOXFORD, situated in the heart of Mount Congreve, that offers a delightful selection of toys, books, and souvenirs. Looking for a unique toy or a fascinating book, for your little ones?

 

 

Try and Buy

Purchase a ticket to the gardens today and save if you decide to upgrade to a membership

 

If you loved your visit to the gardens why not purchase a family membership? You could save up to €30. Ask our friendly reception team for more details.

 

 

Book a Family Ticket

 

 

FAQs for Families

 

DO YOU HAVE A PLAYGROUND?

Our new eco-friendly playground is a natural haven for children to enjoy nature. It offers all of the ingredients for fun active play for children of all ages and abilities. With basket swings, hammock swings, a climbing tower with an adventure tunnel slide, a balance walk, a seesaw and a boat sitting amongst a sand area and more. Other play features in the new playground also offer opportunities for creative, sensory and imaginative play.

 

Prebook your garden admission online or for the best value we strongly recommend purchasing our family membership. Discover full details here

We would highly recommend bringing a stroller or buggy for little legs as the playground is located in the woodlands and can be a long walk for little legs.

 

 

CAN MY FAMILY ACCESS THE GREENWAY FROM YOUR GARDENS OR VICE VERSA?

Please find full details here.

 

 

ARE THE PATHS WHEELCHAIR AND BUGGY FRIENDLY?

The main pathway through the gardens is wheelchair and buggy friendly, it is however on an incline with loose stone surfaces in many places.

 

 

DO YOU HAVE BABY-CHANGING FACILITIES?

Yes, these are located in the Visitor Centre.

 

 

ARE THERE ANY OTHER VISITOR ATTRACTIONS NEARBY?

Yes. Waterford Suir Valley Railway is a short 5 minute drive. Waterford Treasures’ museums are located in the Viking Triangle – we recommend the King of the Vikings Virtual Reality Experience – suitable for ages 8+!