Christ Church Cathedral

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Top 2% of attractions in Waterford
8 / 10

5 expert reviews
Fodor's Fodor's
"Lovers of Georgian decorative arts will want to visit this late-18th-century Church of Ireland cathedral, the only Neoclassical Georgian cathedral in Ireland, designed by local architect John Roberts." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
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"This cathedral belongs to the Church of Ireland. Its origin dates back to the time of the first Christian Vikings in 1096...English Gothic style." Full review
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Independent Independent
"At the heart of the Viking Triangle, the 18th-century Christ Church Cathedral is a whitewashed vision with its neoclassical portico"
Frommer's Frommer's
"Waterford’s most important church building is a beautiful example of late 18th-century architecture. The Italianate style that so enthralled the Georgians is on full display here" Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
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"Christ Church Cathedral is Ireland's only neoclassical Georgian cathedral. Designed by local architect John Roberts, it was built on the site of an 11th-century Viking church" Full review