This is a hidden gem of tourism in Ireland let alone Waterford. It is a virtual reality experience where you go into a replica of a viking longhouse, sit down and put on a VR headset and headphones. Then it becomes absolutely outstanding. You find yourself sailing along with viking ships and having viking warriors talking at and through you. You are up in space with the moon and mythical dragons floating in front of you. And you monastery libraries as they write the history of the Vikings. They can only accommodate 10 at a time so advance booking is recommended. The only recommendation I would have is move to a larger venue. Every historical site should look to emulate this.

Great fun and a cool way to learn about viking history. Not really scary and suitable for families. Animation is pretty basic for VR but still immersive. Beware if you suffer from motion sickness, possibly not good for your stomach.

(Translated by Google) Four stars left The approximately half-hour virtual reality journey into the time of the Vikings gives you a brief introduction to the history of the Vikings in Waterford. The main focus is on effects and not so much on communicating facts. The cinematic representations are in my opinion not necessarily suitable for small children. Since they still participate, they often scare and therefore shout loudly. Annoying was also that the picture often hangs and then only one - at the time of the Vikings suitable - hourglass is to be seen. However, the staff (especially the viking guide) is very helpful and friendly. (Original) Noch vier Sterne Bei der ca. halbstündigen Virtual-Reality-Reise in die Zeit der Wikinger erhält man eine kurze Einführung in die Geschichte der Wikinger in Waterford. Dabei stehen vor allem Effekte und nicht so sehr die Vermittlung von Fakten im Vordergrund. Die filmischen Darstellungen sind meines Erachtens nicht unbedingt für kleine Kinder geeignet. Da diese dennoch teilnehmen, häufig erschrecken und deshalb laut herumschreien. Ärgerlich war auch, dass sich das Bild öfters aufhängt und dann nur eine - zur Zeit der Wikinger passende - Sanduhr zu sehen ist. Allerdings ist das Personal (insbesondere der Wikinger-Guide) sehr bemüht und freundlich.

Very fun experience and definitely worth a visit. The VR experience is very well made and the staff is very friendly and open for questions.

I recommend this place to everyone. Unforgettable experiences. Great fun and nice atmosphere. Gorgeous setup. You can go back in time to the Viking Age, the founders of this city. It was great to be here.

This was fabulous!! The VR experience transports you back through time! A time when the shores of Waterford would have been lined with Viking ships and thatched roofs. The experience is made real by sitting in a little hut, like thingy, the story is narrated from the view of a religious historian and from a Viking. All in all, it’s some of the best 30 minutes you will spend in Ireland. Really well done, the staff was fabulous, the history available is superb. 👏👏🇮🇪

This 30-minute VR show was a joy ride. Absolutely recommend it if you are in Waterford. Tickets cost around 10 euro per person. It takes you through the rich Viking history and is a one time must have experience. I would recommend booking your tickets in advance as they get easily filled up. 👌

Spectacular. Definitely recommend. Will be going again.

The reviews are right. It IS unexpected. And you won't really appreciate it until you try it. Right from the very beginning when you put on the VR headgear and you look around and no longer see your legs/arms but are looking around at what you believe is the viking hut that you know you're sitting in (makes more sense if you experience it yourself). It is very realistic. One review mentions that its potential isn't truly realised and I agree. There are some amazing flight sequences which really make you feel you are flying (or swimming under water) and there could be more of those. After those sequences it ends up in a room and remains there which seems kind of boring after the mind blowing flight sequences. The half hour goes really fast.

No booking via website… we called and booked for 2pm. We arrived in Waterford at 1pm and because we knew we still would have to eat, we started calling to re-book the experience. No one picked up the phone. After 20 or 30 attempts I left a message on their answering machine around 1:30pm. No one called me back. When we finally arrived around 2:30pm they were fully booked for the day, nobody knew I had called, nobody had picked the message. They said from 1 to 2pm is their lunch time which is not mentioned anywhere. What kind of touristic place is that ?!

Honestly one of the coolest implementations of VR I have seen. This is something anyone visiting Waterford should experience. I learned more here than at all other museums combined. Space is limited in each time slot as there are a limited number of VR headsets so you can reserve a time in advance or stop by and book next available but know if could be an hour or more in the future. If you are in Waterford?m, make sure you stop in.

A lovely place and plenty to see.

(Translated by Google) Bit small but nicely done with 3d images about the arrival and fall of the Vikings in Ireland. (Original) Beetje klein maar wel mooi gedaan met 3d beelden over de komst en ondergang van de Vikings in Ierland.

Great experience, didn't want it to end. It brought our story of Waterford to life.

Lots of fun

Great venue during summer months. Live music.

So fun. Loved the VR.

Absolutely Fantastic

Great addition to Waterford City

(Translated by Google) Immersive and historic (Original) Immersif et historique

Excellent virtual reality really enjoyed it.

Good vibes in the Summertime

The immersive nature of the headset makes a small location into a vast experience. An absolute must for anyone interested in the history of Waterford or Ireland. Go here first and then everything else you see makes sense.

I was a bit skeptical of this being worth the time and money, but it was the highlight of our visit to Waterford. Definitely worth it and I highly recommend it. It is a virtual reality experience that journeys through the past of Viking history.

VR was good and informative but overall the experience could use a little more substance.

Very friendly people and a very kewl way to experience the history of the Vikings.

Fun way to learn history.

Just amazing the kids were well impressed where heading back today to get the full tour

We knew what VR is but none had tried it. Wonderful experience. We could not stop talking about it. Give it a try... you'll love it.

Fabulous spot to chill, eat, drink & listen to free concerts outdoors in a very pleasant setting.

Staff very pleasant and accommodating.

This was amazing!!!! Not what I expected at all. Virtual reality at its best. Literally felt like I was either going to fall off the world or drown!!!! 😁 If you don't like heights or rats, close your eyes!!! Wouldn't recommend for very young children though. But was €10 well spent. Gifts are a reasonable price too. Well done to all concerned. Only downside was the lack of signposting - we walked right by the entrance!

Great place to relive the Vikings history in Waterford. The experience was rather short.

(Translated by Google) Great VR experience (Original) Tolles VR Erlebnis

Fun adventure with some history

Went in, did the VR tour, your ended, we left.. And I would have gone straight back in to do it again! This is amazing! A must see in waterford. Words cannot describe how amazing this is! You really feel like the world around you is gone and that you're been transported to another place! I'll be back for this again!

Basically it's a sit down for 30 minutes with vr headset an earphones. However worth a look and all seems to enjoy (as I did myself

Great experience

Loved it. VR experience was brilliant. Only €10 admission.

(Translated by Google) Funny! (Original) Divertido!

The VR was great, just felt that there could have been a bit more, they had actors so maybe a bit of roll play. Still worth a visit for the VR

Have to do the 3D experience

Great virtual reality show. €10 for approx 20 minutes right in city centre

Brought the entire family...lovely staff....cosy athmosphere...great historical detail and a MIND BLOWING virtual reality experience..Good value for money. Has to be the closest you can get to travelling back in time. Goosebumps! 12/10 Highly reccomended.Can't wait to go again. Ray power Waterford city/Sweden.

Want to know what it was like to be a Viking in the year 917? Check out King of the Vikings, the world’s first viking virtual reality experience, on Baileys New Street next to the remains of an old Franciscan Friary. Really enjoyed it!

A very good experience, an interesting and knowledge-enriching visit. Interesting VR experience. Very courteous service.

A fantastic and innovative way to delve into Viking history enjoying a captivating 30-minute virtual experience. The graphics were stunning, making the journey exciting. The knowledgeable and fun guide added to the overall enjoyment. Would recommend it! One suggestion for the place is to include more details about the specific location, as it the Viking house near a small tower or church. Taking a few minutes to learn about this setting would enhance the immersive experience.

Interesting multimedia experience. The people are passionate abput the Víkings of Ireland. The content is a story rather than history.

Blown away by the Viking, honestly thought I would have to leave with my autistic son as never used VR even though he burst to , I quietly told him and he his approach to my son saying I hear you have a special power and told how important it was was in Viking time relaxed him without him knowing had his VR on and he truly had the best experience as we all did will definitely be back

What a great experience! This show was informative, interesting and most of all, fun! Makes me wish there were marauding Vikings today roaming around destroying churches.

Great experience. The staff were great, knowledgeable and fun to chat with. The VR experience was well worth the price of admission. I didn't realize the extent of Viking presence in Ireland before this. If you're passing through, I'd recommend doing the tour here.

For me personally, a revelation. For 25 minutes you are transported to the past. Thanks to the building, which imitates a feast or ritual hall, thanks to the seating on real sheep skins, thanks to the spirit guide in the form of a Viking, you feel as if you are in the centre of events from more than 1000 years ago. Thank you very much. More attractions like this. And how not to love Waterford?

Absolutely worthwhile. Vividly depicting the time of the Vikings is not possible

Really enjoyed this virtual tour. Was amazing just wish it went on for longer. It felt so real when the Vikings were standing beside you and when you were on the water. Well worth a visit if you are in Waterford

Amazing probably best exhibit I went to on my travels In Ireland. VR experience that lasts about 30mins Staff super friendly and the host is passionate about vikings very knowledgeable.

This is a 30 min virtual reality experience. There's a lot of history packed into these 30 minutes. The staff do a great job of role-playing their part. The VR graphics are a little dated, but the info is interesting.

A great VR (virtual reality) experience for adults and children alike… beats the rain! Strongly recommended! I recommend calling to find out the times of the next show. You can book your 30 min session in advance to avoid disappointment.

It’s a very interesting way to experience the history and roots of Waterford. You’ll get a VR history crash course from the perspective of a monk and a Wiking. Very immersive export and worth the money

Really enjoyed it! Quite loud so if you have sensitive hearing maybe bring earplugs. Lovely viking to help add authenticity to the process

Really good! A must do if visiting waterford...

Really nice experience. I totally recommend to visit this place in Waterford.

Fantastic experience. Fantastic staff.

Viking city give it a try mind blowing

Very exciting area, excellent for sightseeing & good restaurants/pubs and hotels for food & booze.

Great virtual experience. A great way to learn more on how the Vikings landed in Ireland. Highly recommended.

Really great experience, we went as a family and the kids loved it. The staff were so friendly and helpful and really patient with the children. Highly recommend it.

Amazing experience very immersive with the virtual reality tour guide knew his knowledge on old Norse language and the way the vikings did things would absolutely go again.

It was my first reality tour and I booked for another family along with my own so hoped it would be a good experience. Everyone loved it! Well worth the money. The kids were aged 8yrs to 14yrs and each one thought it was really cool. The adults were also blown away. I was delighted with my choice of activity.

Myself my two kids and husband came and honestly it was a amazing experience for all of us

Bart was an enthusiastic and engaging host and tour guide. He took an interest in everyone there and made sure his visitors all felt valued in their interests and questions. None of us would hesitate to recommend this experience to anyone! A pleasure.

An AMAZING experience for the entire family. Our little man is 6 and while the experience is designed for kids a little older, he was blown away by the VR and learned so much about Vikings as it was such a unique way of gaining information. We will definitely be returning again as it was the highlight of our visit to the city!

The virtual tour was the mos beautiful thing to do in Waterford

I did the tour. Awesome history in it

A great 3d experience of viking history in Ireland and beyond. Friendly staff and great quality. 👍

- The Vikings called Waterford 'Vradaford', year 1000. - Irish Rebellion at Enniscorthy, near Wexford. - Attempted Irish insurrection at Ballingarry, near Waterford, 1848, by O'Brien. - Henry Ford's ancestors at Ballinaskarty, near Cork, 1847. - John Kennedy's ancestors at Dunganstown, near Wexford, 1849. - Irish Famine 1846-1851.

Ingenious way to bring history to life! Very enjoyable, kept our teenagers engaged.

Excellent. Only down side is it's a bit short. VR part is only 20mins long.

Great experience and fun way to know more about the history of this place

Never had VR experience before. Vikings history is very well shown in a world of virtual reality, overall was a good experience