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Setting
Outdoor
Entry
Free / cheap
Who for
Ages 5–18+
In the 5th century, the pre-Patrician saint, Declan, founded the monastery in Ardmore, a seaside village located about 15km from Youghal, County Waterford. Today, a number of structures remain, including the 12th-century round tower and cathedral.
What parents should know
In the 5th century, the pre-Patrician saint, Declan, founded the monastery in Ardmore, a seaside village located about 15km from Youghal, County Waterford.
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Last checked 24 May 2026, 11:09.
Unguided Heritage Ireland site - freely accessible outdoor archaeological monument. No formal operating hours specified on official Heritage Ireland page.
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Ardmore
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