‘Pawsport’ Travel Guide for Dogs
Waterford has officially gone to the dogs, in the very best way. The county has unveiled its Pawsport, a stamp-collecting travel guide to the region’s most dog-friendly destinations.
From sandy paws on wide Atlantic beaches to cosy cafés where dogs are treated like family, the Pawsport is filled with pup-approved stops. Simply pick up your guide, set off to the featured locations, and collect stamps along the way – the ulti-mutt keepsake for every canine explorer.
When it’s time to refuel, Waterford’s dog-friendly dining scene is brimming with flavour. The Cliff House Hotel pairs fine dining with sweeping sea views, or 360 Cookhouse in Dungarvan is a favourite stop for Greenway explorers. In the city, the Stableyard Foodhall serves artisan delights with a side of canine hospitality. In Dunmore East, the Splash Cafe at Dunmore Adventure Centre overlooking all the harbour activities is dog-friendly with an elevated outdoor deck to enjoy a vista of the nearby coves; ideal for dog owners; inside, you’ll also spot a Polaroid gallery wall of all doggie visitors.
After a day of exploring, there’s no shortage of pet-friendly places to stay. Ardmore Glamping Pods and countryside-chic Comeragh Pods offer cosy, under-the-stars escapes. The Mount Congreve Garden Lodges provide luxury self-catering right beside the famous gardens, with one lodge featuring its own dedicated dog room for four-legged VIPs. Waterford Castle Lodges, Faithlegg House Hotel, and The Park Hotel Dungarvan also extend a warm welcome to canine guests, many for a small additional charge.
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