Tourist Attractions in County Sligo
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Sligo's Neolithic Landscape
The passage tomb landscape of County Sligo, which includes such landmarks as Queen Maeve's cairn and the megalithic cemeteries at Carrowkeel and Carrowmore, has been approved for inclusion on Ireland's tentative list of world heritage sites.
Sligo is home to the largest concentration of Neolithic monuments which range from passage tombs to court tombs to portal tombs. The Neolithic or "new stone age" signalled a move from hunting to farming. As Neolithic people learned how to work the land and breed livestock, they moved slowly away from a nomadic life and settled in communities.
Sligo is home to the largest concentration of Neolithic monuments which range from passage tombs to court tombs to portal tombs. The Neolithic or "new stone age" signalled a move from hunting to farming. As Neolithic people learned how to work the land and breed livestock, they moved slowly away from a nomadic life and settled in communities.
MuseumsSligo's museums are varied. Discover what life was like during the 1800's in Ireland by visiting a traditional cottage in Strandhill or discover how 3 ships of the Spanish Armada wrecked of Streedagh beach with the loss of many lives.
Walk through the childhood home of Constance Markievicz, one of the leaders of the 1916 rising or take a stroll through the magnificent walled garden. Admire one of the largest public holdings of work by Jack Butler Yeats at the Model. |
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Sligo for foodies
Discover Sligo's food scene through one of Sligo's food tours. During these tours, you will be taken on a culinary tour around Sligo where your guide will share their insider scoop on the best the town has to offer.
Sligo's always evolving culinary landscape can be overwhelming to navigate. Discover Sligo's iconic food and hidden gems during your visit. Your food-loving, local experts will create delicious memories whether you're a local or just visiting.
Sligo's always evolving culinary landscape can be overwhelming to navigate. Discover Sligo's iconic food and hidden gems during your visit. Your food-loving, local experts will create delicious memories whether you're a local or just visiting.
Promontory Forts
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Balancing on the edge of the Atlantic, Sligo's promontory forts are steeped in history and mystery.
These defensive structures are located high above the Atlantic on a steep cliff, sometimes connected with the mainland by a small neck of land. Both the topography and ramparts made these forts as good as impenetrable from the outside. |
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Family tourist attractions
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In Sligo, we love kids! And kids usually love Sligo. With plenty of space, kids will love the many child-friendly attractions which set the scene for a good time.
The kids will be entertained when an eagle soars over their head or lands on their arm. A stampede of little pigs running around them will keep them entertained for hours. County Sligo has many family attractions which will be enjoyed by young and old. |
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Houses & Gardens
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