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Avoca Mill Guided Tours
Guided Tour
- Avoca
- Ireland
Book Avoca Mill Guided Tours tickets online and discover over 300 years of Irish cultural heritage and weaving tradition
From
€8
per person
About
Duration:
35 minsSmartphone tickets accepted
Instant ticket delivery
Kid friendly
Max group size:
25Free cancellation
Free rescheduling
Live Guide:
English.Audio guides:
German, Spanish, French, Italian.Overview
The Avoca Mill Tour is a unique Irish experience like no other. On this interactive cultural tour, the friendly team of expert weavers will chat away to visitors while they work, explaining the full traditional weaving process – from raw wool to the finished product(demonstrations are subject to weaver availability).
Maintaining centuries-old weaving traditions, the Avoca weavers still use a handloom alongside modern weaving machines, proving that some things really never go out of fashion!
After a visit to The Mill, visitors can spend time browsing Avoca's amazing collection of colorful throws and woolen mill products in the onsite retail store. You can also choose to relax and enjoy a freshly baked selection of cakes and delicious homemade lunch dishes from the world-class café.
What's Included
Guided tour of the Avoca Mill factory.
What's Not Included
Food and drink.
Instructions
- Please redeem ticket at the retail desk in the Avoca Store upon arrival
- Guided tours are available throughout the day. On arrival, visitors will be accommodated on the next available tour
Additional Info
Recommended total time on site of 90 minutes to enjoy the complete experience including guided tour, café, and retail shop.
On arrival, visitors will be accommodated on the next available tour
Children under 4 get in for free.
Opening Hours
Avoca Mill
Monday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation is possible until 48 hours before your visit date
- Rescheduling is possible until 48 hours before your visit date
Tips
- Arrive a bit early to explore the charming Avoca village.
- Don’t skip the café, their cakes and scones are locally famous and delicious.
- Watch the weavers work and feel free to ask questions, they love sharing their craft.
- This is a great place to pick up unique gifts, like handwoven throws and scarves.
- Plan to stay around 90 minutes to enjoy everything at a relaxed pace.
- Photography is welcome, so capture the vibrant looms and cozy mill vibes.
- Tours run regularly, so you won’t be waiting long even if you drop in.
How to Get There
Frequently Asked Questions about Avoca Mill Guided Tours
The Avoca Mill Guided Tour offers an immersive experience where you’ll learn about the centuries-old Irish weaving tradition. Expert weavers will guide you through the weaving process, from raw wool to the finished product. Watch live demonstrations (subject to weaver availability) and explore how traditional handlooms work alongside modern weaving machines.
The Avoca Mill Guided Tour takes approximately 45 minutes, but it’s recommended to spend a total of 90 minutes at the site to enjoy the full experience, including the tour, café, and browsing the retail store.
In addition to the guided tour, visitors can browse Avoca’s amazing collection of colorful throws and woolen products in the on-site retail store. After the tour, relax with a delicious homemade lunch or enjoy freshly baked cakes at the world-class café.
Yes, children are welcome to join the Avoca Mill Guided Tour. Children under 4 can visit for free, but all other guests need a ticket.
Simply show your ticket at the retail desk in the Avoca Store upon arrival. The friendly staff will accommodate you on the next available tour.
The Avoca Mill is open daily from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, including weekends. Tours are available throughout the day, and visitors will be accommodated on the next available tour upon arrival.
Yes, you can cancel or reschedule your tour up to 48 hours before your visit date.
Yes! The Avoca Mill Café offers a variety of delicious homemade lunch dishes and a selection of freshly baked cakes, perfect for a relaxing break after your tour.
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