Fota House, Arboretum & Gardens Admission Ticket
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Local guide
- Does not include the €3 site parking fee, payable on exit from the car park by card or cash
Itinerary
Fota House is one of Ireland’s finest examples of Regency period architecture with superb neoclassical interiors. The main house dating from 1820, remained in the sole ownership of the Smith-Barry family for 155 years and today it shares the compelling life story of this family and their household staff. Now an Irish Heritage Trust Property, a visit to Fota House set amongst 115 acres, within the original 780 acre estate promises endless opportunities for adventure. It features a globally renowned arboretum with a collection of rare and exotic plantings from the southern hemisphere, formal and working gardens that evolve with colour, scent & texture through each passing season
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
Good to know
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- The large Majority of the property is wheelchair accessible
Traveler reviews
A memorable afternoon
I visited Fota house with my 90 year old mother and a friend yesterday and Lynn gave us a tour. We felt like VIPS as she gave us a tour all to ourselves even though we were late for the scheduled tour. She was so good at her job, full of entertaining stories and really brought the house to life for us. And we had a lovely cup of coffee in the tearoom after, highly recommended
Recommended.
Unique insight into the feeling of that time. Very dedicated guide. Highly recommended.
Fantastic day out
I was lucky enough to participate in a group guided tour of fota house and gardens. We were blessed with the best most informative guide - and I’m sorry but I can’t remember the ladies name. We did the garden tour followed by the house tour. The lady took her time with everyone’s questions snd had plenty of historical anecdotes! This was followed by a delicious lunch! It was a wet day and although some of the tour was out doors it didn’t dampen the spirits!
Worst Santa Visit Ever!
The first station were two elves, they had to make a train from 4 pieces of wood with Velcro. Send station was Mrs Claus where she read a book for ten mins which was poor. Then we met Santa and the first thing I noticed was his beard was ridiculous. He said come here and take a photo first. Then asked where we were from and made a joke about cork jerseys which the kids didn’t get. Then asked the kids what they wanted and my son said a motorbike, instead of being nice about it he said where is your licence. Then we were told to leave. Very short. My daughter came out and said he was clearly fake did you see his beard. And then they got books as a present, I felt so sad for my kids. Worse €115 spent!
Really interesting tour of the house
A really interesting tour of the house with Lynn, a very knowledgeable and friendly guide. Lynn was especially kind as we arrived at the wrong time for a tour but it was our only chance and she very kindly took us on our own tour. We are so glad that she did! Thank you Lynn, it was very informative with interesting stories.