The John F. Kennedy Arboretum
Family practicalities
- Pram-friendly (likely)
- Baby changing (likely)
- Step-free access (likely)
- Café on site (likely)
- Toilets (likely)
Explore 623 acres of trees and shrubs, take a guided tour, visit the exhibitions in the visitor centre, and enjoy panoramic views from Slieve Coillte.
The John F. Kennedy Arboretum stretches across 623 acres, near New Ross in County Wexford. This tranquil arboretum features over 5,000 types of trees and shrubs planted in botanical sequence, 200 forest plots, rhododendrons, and dwarf conifers.
Attractions include a visitor centre which houses exhibitions on President Kennedy and on the Arboretum itself, signposted walks, and a small islet studded lake. A road provides access to the summit of Slieve Coillte from where there are spectacular panoramic views over six different counties.
There are free guided tours available daily from March to October. Check their website for opening hours and tour times. The John F. Kennedy Arboretum can also be found on Facebook and Instagram.
The Eircode for the John F. Kennedy Arboretum is Y34 KA48.
The details
- Address
- Ballysop, New Ross, Wexford
- Cost
- Check the official website
- Indoors or out
- Outdoors
- Booking
- Check the official website
- Listed by
- Fáilte Ireland Attractions