Heritage Zone

Welcome to the VR Zone at the OPW Ploughing Stand

Experience Ireland’s rich heritage like never before — right here at the National Ploughing Championships! The OPW invites you to step into our Virtual Reality Zone, where history comes alive through cutting-edge immersive technology.

🎥 No queues. No weather worries. Just pure magic.

Thanks to our partnership with My360Town, we’ve brought some of Ireland’s most iconic OPW-managed Heritage Sites to life in an interactive, 360° experience. Slip on a VR headset and be transported to stunning locations like:

• The Rock of Cashel

• Kilkenny Castle

• Glendalough Monastic Site

• And more!

🕶 Explore at your own pace — wander through ancient halls, admire breath-taking architecture, and uncover hidden stories from centuries past. This is not just a tour, it’s a time-travelling adventure that puts you at the heart of Ireland’s most treasured landmarks.

Why Visit the VR Zone?

✅ Immersive Exploration - Navigate real Irish Heritage Sites through high-definition virtual tours that feel as real as standing there.

✅ Interactive Touchpoints - Learn fascinating facts by clicking on key points of interest throughout the experience.

✅ Plan Your Real-Life Visit - Get inspired and informed — these virtual tours help you plan your future visits with insight and confidence.

✅ Fun for All Ages - Whether you’re a history buff, tech fan, or just curious, there’s something here for everyone.

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We’re proud to be working with My360Town, leaders in immersive tourism technology, to bring you this world-first OPW Heritage VR experience at the Ploughing. Their interactive maps and headset technology allow us to showcase our national treasures in a whole new way — right at your fingertips (and eyes!).

📍 Find us at the OPW Stand in the Government of Ireland Village

🗓 Throughout the National Ploughing Championships

🎧 Free to experience – just drop in!

Come see the past — through the future.