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What We Offer

Powerscourt is open year-round and is self-guided. There is coach parking and car-parking available at the Estate. Discounted group rates are available and the travel trade are welcome to enjoy a familiarisation visit of the gardens.

We offer unlimited capacity so you can be sure we will always be able to accommodate your tour group! Whether you are a tour operator or agent, a general tour group, FIT, Gardening Club, Active retired and more, we look forward to working with you!

Self Guided Tours

Choose from one of our many self-guided tours to make the most of our visit to Powerscourt:

Self-Guided Garden Audio Tour: Includes a Garden Audio Tour around the 47-acre gardens (available on a free downloadable app from the Apple and Play Stores). Approx. 1.5 hours Inclusions.
Kids Quest (Self-Guided): Includes a fun self-guided educational trail for kids Approx. 0.5 hours.
Garden Tree Trail (Self-Guided): Includes a self-guided Tour of the key Champion Trees in the 47-acre gardens. Approx. 1.5 hours
Self-Guided Waterfall Sensory Trail: Ireland’s highest waterfall at 121m. Visitors can enjoy woodland walks and a sensory trail. Approx. 2 hours.

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Listen to Samples of Our Audio Tour

Get a taste for what we offer by listening to a sample of our multilingual audio guides narrated personally by its two families and owners of the Estate over the past 400 years. We also provide the full audio tours via a Free Downloadable Audio Tour app (iPhone and Android).

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Mandarin Audio Guide

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莎拉欢迎来到爱尔兰最美丽、最迷人的鲍尔斯考特庄园。威克洛因爱尔兰花园而闻名。安东尼这是爱尔兰最原始、最美丽的古老东部地区之一。亚历克斯鲍尔斯考特庄园被《国家地理》杂志称为世界第三大美丽花园。这张地图显示了三十个语音提示站点的位置。它们分散在花园各处。您可以从任何方向和顺序进行参观，但我们先从前两站开始，因为他们提供了重要的游览简介。莎拉通常游览按逆时针的顺序，所以在离开鲍尔斯考特楼时，请右转。您会看到两公里回廊，大概需要花一个半小时才能游览完毕，其中包括穿越一些小山丘。主题安东尼古典雕像把鲍尔斯考特庄园衬托成诸神之花园。其中最具象征性的四大雕塑分别是阿波罗、戴安娜、名誉之神和胜利女神。莎拉我们已经给每个停留提示牌着色，希望有助于找到符合您兴趣的故事。安东尼在阿波罗站的蓝色站牌，音频讲述了此处的艺术和建筑。亚历克斯戴安娜绿色站牌重在讲述这些园林的自然奇观。莎拉名人堂金色站牌主要讲述温菲尔德和史莱辛格家族的成就史。安东尼胜利女神红色站牌讲述庄园的军事史。莎拉小天使探秘行动的黄色站是儿童专区。您好，我是莎拉·史莱辛格。我代表史莱辛格家族来管理这个庄园。亚历克斯您好！我是她的表兄弟，亚历克斯·史莱辛格 – 这里的首席园丁。安东尼我是莎拉的表兄弟，安东尼·温菲尔德，庄园的第11任子爵。我是庄园的继承者。莎拉让我们一起想分享一下流传一代又一代的家族故事。欢迎加入我们一同游览鲍尔斯考特庄园。归还语音导览亚历克斯请记住离开庄园前归还您的语音导览。

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Spanish Audio Guide

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Bienvenidos a Powerscourt, la hacienda más hermosa y fascinante de Irlanda. El condado de Wicklow es conocido como el Jardín de Irlanda. Es uno de los lugares más salvajes y bellos de la Irlanda del Antiguo Oriente. National Geographic proclamó Powerscourt como el tercer jardín más bello del mundo. Este mapa muestra las ubicaciones de los treinta puntos de audio en esta guía. Estos puntos están repartidos alrededor de los jardines. Estos pueden ser visitados en cualquier otro orden sin embargo le recomendamos que escuche los dos primeros puntos ya que le proporcionarán una introducción esencial del tour. Normalmente el recorrido de los jardines se hace en sentido contrario a las agujas del reloj así que le rogamos que gire a su derecha cuando salga de la Casa de Powerscourt. El circuito de una distancia de dos kilómetros puede ser completado en una hora y media. El circuito implica la subida y bajada de algunas colinas. Las estatuas clásicas hacen que Powerscourt sea un Jardín de los Dioses. Cuatro grandes figuras que simbolizan las cualidades del jardín. Se trata de Apolo, Diana, Feme y Victoria. Las señales de los puntos de audio están pintadas. Esperamos que les ayuden a encontrar las historias que le resulten interesantes. Las señales azules de los puntos de audio de Apolo conmemoran el arte y la arquitectura de este lugar. Las señales verdes de los puntos de audio de Diana destacan las riquezas naturales de estos jardines. Las señales doradas de los puntos de audio de Feme se centran en las hazañas de las familias Wingfield y Slazenger. Las señales rojas de los puntos de audio de Victoria abarcan los aspectos militares de la historia de Powerscourt. Las señales amarillas de las misiones del Querubín ofrece actividades para los niños. Hola, me llamo Sarah Slanzeger - Soy la encargada de Powerscourt en nombre de la familia Slazenger. Hola. Soy el primo de Sarah, Alex Slazenger y el jardinero jefe. Soy el primo de Sarah, Anthony Wingfield el onceavo Lord Powerscourt. Soy descendiente de las personas que crearon este lugar. Juntos queremos compartir las historias familiares que han sido pasadas de generación en generación. Acompáñanos en este viaje por Powerscourt. Le rogamos que recuerden devolver su audio guía antes de marcharse.

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French Audio Guide

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Bienvenue à Powerscourt, le domaine le plus magnifique et intriguant d’Irlande. Wicklow est connu sous le nom du Jardin d’Irlande. C’est l’une des régions les plus sauvages, et les plus belles de l’est antique de l’Irlande. Powerscourt fut proclamé troisième plus beau jardin du monde par le National Geographic. Ce plan vous indique la position des 30 arrêts audio répartis à travers ces jardins. Vous pouvez les effectuer dans l’ordre qui vous plaît, cependant nous recommandons d’écouter au préalable les deux premiers arrêts qui vous fourniront une. D’habitude nous visitons ces jardins dans le sens inverse des aiguilles d’une montre, en prenant la droite en sortant de la Powerscourt House. Ce circuit de 2 kilomètres prend environs 1h30, et comprend quelques collines. Se sont ses statues antiques qui font de Powerscourt un Jardin des Dieux. Les quatre déités qui symbolisent ses qualités sont Apollon, Diane, Phème et Victoire. Nous avons donné des couleurs différentes aux panneaux, afin de vous aider à trouver facilement les histoires qui vous intéressent. La piste audio correspondant à la pancarte bleue à l’arrêt d’Apollon célèbre les arts et l’architecture. La pancarte verte près de Diane révèle les merveilles naturelles de ces jardins. La pancarte dorée de Phème raconte les exploits des familles Wingfield et Slazenger. La pancarte rouge près de Victoire souligne l’aspect militaire de l’histoire de Powerscourt. L’arrêt jaune de Chérubin est une quête qui propose des activités pour les enfants. Bonjour, je m’appelle Sarah Slazenger - je suis la gérante du domaine de Powerscourt au nom de la famille Slazenger. Bonjour, je suis son cousin, Alex Slazenger - le Maître jardinier. Moi c’est Anthony Wingfield, le cousin de Sarah et 11e Lord Powerscourt. Je suis le descendant de ceux qui ont créé cet endroit. Ensemble nous allons vous raconter les histoires de famille, transmises de génération en génération. Rejoignez-nous pour ce voyage dans Powerscourt. RENDRE VOTRE GUIDE AUDIO. Veuillez s’il-vous-plaît rendre votre guide audio à la fin de votre visite.

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German Audio Guide

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Willkommen auf Powerscourt, Irlands wunderschönstes und spannendstes Anwesen. Wicklow ist bekannt als der Garten Irlands. Einer der wildesten und schönsten Teilen von Irlands Historischem Ostens. Powerscourt wurde vom National Geographic als der drittschönste Garten der Welt ausgezeichnet. Diese Karte zeigt ihnen die 30 Audiostationen. Sie sind über die Gärten verteilt. Sie können in jeglicher Reihenfolge besucht werden, aber wir empehlen ihnen die ersten Stationen zuzuhören, da diese eine essenzielle Einführung in die Tour sind. Der Garten wird üblicherweise gegen den Uhrzeigersinn bereist, also biegen sie bitte rechts ab, wenn sie das Powerscourt Haus verlassen. Der 2km lange Rundlauf dauert etwa eineinhalb Stunden und es werden einige Hügel hoch und runter gewandert. Die klassischen Statuen verwandeln Powerscourt in einen Garten der Götter. Vier Hauptfiguren sympolisieren seine Qualitäten: Apollo, Diana, Pheme und Nike. Wir haben die Stationsschilder farbig unterschieden. Wir hoffen, dass ihnen dies helfen wird Geschichten zu finden, die ihren Interessen entsprechen. Die Hörbeiträge der blauen Apollostationsschilder feiern die Kunst und Architektur hier. Die grünen Dianastationsschilder heben die Naturwunder des Gartens hervor. Die goldenen Phemestationsschilder setzen den Fokus auf die Leistungen der Wingfield und Slazenger Familien. Die roten Nikestationsschilder beziehen sich auf die Militäraspekte der Geschichte von Powerscourt. Die gelben Cherubforschungsabenteuerstops bieten Aktivitäten für Kinder an. Hallo, ich bin Sarah Slazenger. Ich verwalte Powerscourt im Namen der Familie Slazenger. Hi. Ich bin ihr Cousin, Alex Slazenger – der Obergärtner. Ich bin Sarahs Cousin, Anthony Wingfield, der 11. Lord Powerscourt. Ich bin direkter Nachfahre von denen, die diesen Ort erschaffen haben. Zusammen möchten wir mit ihnen Familiengeschichten teilen, die von Generation zu Generation weiter gegeben wurden. Begleiten sie uns auf der Reise von Powerscourt. Und denken sie bitte daran, ihren Audioführer zurück zu geben, bevor sie Powerscourt verlassen.

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Stop 6: Immersive Path - Ecological Sanctuary

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This is Stop 6 on the Biodiversity Walk – Immersive Path – Ecological Sanctuary. We are now at the Rhododendron Walk, and in particular, the new immersive path. This raised wooden boardwalk allows us to step into the heart of a very delicate ecosystem without disturbing the natural watercourse beneath it. At the core of this area is rewilding. We allow plants to grow, self-seed, and spread naturally. For example, wild garlic and early primrose thrive here and are fantastic for early pollinators. As these go over, other plants like mare’s tail take over, creating valuable habitats for insects and small animals in this delicate ecosystem. The rhododendrons are the main highlight here, flowering from early spring into early summer with bursts of colour and scent. This path lets you get close enough to see, smell, and even touch the flowers. At other times of the year, the trees and shrubs interplanted with the rhododendrons provide structure, colour, and interest through autumn and winter. This part of the gardens is very low maintenance and shows how effective it can be to simply work with nature. The same idea can be recreated on a small or large scale in your own garden by allowing habitats to establish and flourish. This is one of the quietest areas on the Estate. Here you can switch off and listen to the birds in the trees, or the rustle of small mammals in the undergrowth. Being immersed in this calm space allows you to be present, feel relaxed, and connect with nature in a way that’s good for your wellbeing.

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Stop 7: Japanese Garden - Water & Wellbeing

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This is Stop 7 on the Biodiversity Walk – Japanese Garden – Water & Wellbeing. We are now in the heart of the Japanese Garden, one of the most peaceful places on the Estate. This part of the garden sits at one of the lowest points, which means its naturally damp. In fact, it was built on a reclaimed bogland. That constant moisture helps the plants here tolerate drought, so less watering is needed. From a biodiversity point of view, water is vital. The pond and flowing streams here create habitats where mammals, insects, birds, and invertebrates can all thrive. Each part of the water system supports different forms of life, adding to the richness of biodiversity in this area. The Japanese Garden is at its best in spring and autumn. In spring, you’ll see azaleas, rhododendrons, and flowering cherries. In summer, the focus shifts to structure, with shrubs and evergreens creating a calming natural sanctuary. Then in autumn, the garden truly comes alive with the brilliant colours of the Japanese maples. Water habitats are among the richest areas for biodiversity. And they can be recreated on a small scale – even with a garden pond or a simple water feature. The Japanese Garden is a calming space, and water plays a key role in that. Natural water sources release negative ions, which have been shown to improve mood, support sleep, and strengthen the immune system. Standing here, surrounded by water, plants, and wildlife, allows you to slow down and connect with nature in a way that’s good for your wellbeing.

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Stop 8: Tower Valley - Rewilding Area

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This is Stop 8 on the Biodiversity Walk - Tower Valley: Rewilding Area. We are now in the Killing Hollow, also known as Tower Valley, looking at an area that we have rewilded. So, what does rewilding mean? It doesn’t simply mean leaving an area untouched – it still needs some management. Here we reduce mowing and allow pockets of grass to grow, creating natural habitats. This approach is excellent for biodiversity, attracting butterflies, bees, and many other flying insects. There is interest here throughout the year, but the real highlight is spring and early summer. At that time the ground is covered with bluebells and wild garlic, which we let set seed naturally so they spread and increase year after year. Rewilding areas need care to make sure invasive species don’t take over. You can create a space like this at home by reducing mowing and managing invasive weeds such as briars and docks. Spending time in natural habitats like this is good for mental health and wellbeing. By slowing down, switching off the phone, and listening to the sounds of nature, you can be fully present – and that has a huge benefit for body and mind.

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Stop 9: Italian Garden - Biodiversity for Formal Gardens

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This is Stop 9 on the Biodiversity Walk – Italian Garden – Biodiversity for formal Gardens. We are now in the Italian Garden – the most formal part of the gardens. This is one of the hardest areas to introduce biodiversity practices, but progress is being made. Traditionally, the lawns here are formal, and the grass is cut short. In recent years, we’ve raised the cutting height of the grass. This allows daisies to flower and be pollinated, while also reducing stress on the lawns during drought. As a result, we use less water here. Another feature of this garden is the topiary. Here, Prunus lusitanica and Taxus baccata are clipped into balls and pyramids, maintained through regular pruning. To make this more sustainable, we’ve moved from two-stroke engines to battery-powered tools, reducing both noise and operator strain. We’ve also introduced robotic mowers to manage the banks, adding to the peace and tranquillity of this formal space. Bringing biodiversity and sustainable practices into such a structured area is quite challenging, but it’s also very rewarding. Even small changes, like those we’ve made here in the Italian Garden, can have a significant impact. Here, the symmetry and order of the formal garden sit against the backdrop of the Sugarloaf Mountain. The balance between the man-made and the natural creates a striking beauty, with a calming and positive effect on all who pause to take in the view. Thank you for joining us on the Biodiversity Walk. I hope you enjoyed it as much as we enjoyed creating it. To learn more about our biodiversity charter and sustainable practices, visit powerscourt.com. For details on the plants mentioned today, call into the Powerscourt Garden Pavilion.

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What is the recommended average visit length?

90-150 Minutes
Gardens: Allow a minimum of 90 minutes to visit the gardens and 45 minutes for refreshments in the Terrace Café. Visitors are welcome to browse the craft and gift shops afterwards.

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WHAT OUR VISITORS SAY

An absolutely gorgeous garden. National Geographic rates it the third prettiest in the World. Was there for a couple of hours. Cafe was delicious.

Really worth a visit to the gardens, they are beautiful and you can easily spend a few hours here. The cafe sold really lovely food…something for everyone. Shops were lovely too… the house was closed so we will have to come back 🙂

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