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Adare Heritage Centre, Adare

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Step back in time to the abbeys of the Middle Ages at Adare Heritage Centre, where you will hear the story of Adare's colorful past. This site also functions as a tourist information center, and the attendants here can help plan activities for you and provide you with maps of the area. Take a moment to browse the shops within for any souvenirs you might like or enjoy authentic Irish cuisine at one of the local restaurants. Walking tours of the town start here. For Adare Heritage Centre and beyond, use our Adare trip planning tool to get the most from your Adare vacation.

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By CarolAnn G On March 14, 2018

If you decide to stop in Adare because your travel agent recommended it, they have a wonderful parking lot behind the building. The woman at the information desk knows everything. She won’t recommend ... more »
By Deirdre O On February 27, 2018

Stopped here last Sunday with my 4 nephews and niece for a treat. Great service from all the staff as one of the kids is coeliac Plenty of choice They loved the homemade banoffi pie and meringue roula... more »
By condor693 On January 28, 2018

Definito il villaggio più grazioso d’Irlanda, Adare si raccoglie attorno ad un gruppo di cottage dal tetto di paglia fatti costruire nel XIX secolo dal conte inglese di Dunraven, signorotto del luogo.... more »

Called the most graceful of Ireland, Adare village is gathered around a cluster of thatched cottages built in the 19th century by the English Earl of Dunraven, Squire. Considered heritage to be protected by the Irish Government is one of the most visited tourist attractions. In the middle of the village there is this small museum illustrating the history of Ireland and all the medieval context of this Centre, which has about 3,000 inhabitants. There is also a small shop which sells handicrafts and also a bar. The village is truly spectacular and well worth a visit.

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By John Godbe On March 11, 2018

No so much a "museum" as it is an "exhibit" about the history of the town in what would otherwise be a storage area. It only takes 10 minutes to walk through the various displays. There's not much organization and it feels rather dusty and lifeless, however if you happen to be in the building it's worth looking at the historical photos. Not worth a special trip.

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By Vanda Film On March 22, 2018

It has indoor and outdoor playground for kids!... so you can drink coffee in peace and quite:)

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By Janette Nosella On March 25, 2018

Excellent shopping with exceptional customer service. Thank you Kate!

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By Kim C On January 3, 2018

Great place for a "pit stop". Nice, clean. There's a large gift shop and a cafe: restrooms, of course.

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By THIEF thief On February 6, 2018

Not directly my style, old building, old furniture, old doors, old style water pipes... But very clean, nice stuff, czech girls working as waitres... Payment by card possible.

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