Reginald's Tower

Reginald's Tower is a cylindrical stone tower with thick walls that narrow upward as it rises. The tower contains several levels with exhibits relating to the different periods of its use.

The tower was built between 1253 and 1280 and replaced an earlier Viking fortification. In medieval times it served as a mint, prison, and military storage facility.

The tower displays Viking artifacts from archaeological excavations that visitors can see directly. These finds give a sense of how Vikings lived and traded in this region.

The tower sits at the eastern end of the waterfront and is easy to reach from town. Visitors should know that interior access is through narrow spiral stairs and the building is not fully accessible for those with mobility limitations.

A cannonball from Cromwell's siege of 1650 remains embedded in the tower wall to this day. This is one of the earliest surviving pieces of evidence for artillery use in Ireland.

Location: Waterford

Inception: 13 century

Part of: Waterford Treasures

GPS coordinates: 52.26049,-7.10539

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:41