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Cavan

Lakes, drumlin countryside and peaceful forest parks in Ireland’s lakeland region.

Cuilcagh Boardwalk
ExploreCavan Town
Best timeApril to October
Time needed2–4 days
Perfect forCulture, scenery, outdoor adventures and short breaks

Plan your visit

Why visit Cavan?

Lakes, drumlin countryside and peaceful forest parks in Ireland’s lakeland region.

Don’t miss

Top 20 landmarks and attractions

A curated starting point for planning your time in the county.

  1. 01Cavan Burren Park
  2. 02Marble Arch Caves Global Geopark
  3. 03Killykeen Forest Park
  4. 04Clough Oughter Castle
  5. 05Cuilcagh Boardwalk
  6. 06Dún a Rí Forest Park
  7. 07Shannon Pot
  8. 08Lough Sheelin
  9. 09Deerpark Forest
  10. 10Belturbet
  11. 11Bawnboy Workhouse
  12. 12Drumlane Abbey
  13. 13Cavan County Museum
  14. 14Ballyhaise House
  15. 15Lough Ramor
  16. 16Kingscourt
  17. 17Virginia Forest
  18. 18Corravahan House
  19. 19Templeport Lake
  20. 20Clough Oughter

Suggested route

A simple three-day itinerary

3 days

Suggested county driving route

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1

Day 1 — Begin with Cavan Burren Park, then continue to Marble Arch Caves Global Geopark and spend the evening exploring the nearest town.

2

Day 2 — Visit Killykeen Forest Park before an afternoon at Clough Oughter Castle.

3

Day 3 — Combine Cuilcagh Boardwalk with Dún a Rí Forest Park, allowing extra time for local food, viewpoints and unplanned stops.

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Experiences for your Cavan trip.

Our current shortlist for Cavan uses experiences in other counties. These are optional day trips, not local listings. Check the departure point and journey from your base before booking.

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Estate heritage

Out-of-county option · Roscommon

Lough Key: Rockingham Remembered

Explore the estate's story on a self-guided visit. Check the tower, tunnels and access arrangements before choosing your ticket.

Start / arrival pointLough Key Forest Park, near Boyle

View details & availability Explore the Roscommon guide
Team challenge

Out-of-county option · Roscommon

Boda Borg at Lough Key

Tackle puzzles and physical challenges together. Check the team-size and age requirements; this is an active group experience.

Start / arrival pointLough Key Forest Park, near Boyle

View details & availability Explore the Roscommon guide
Heritage

Out-of-county option · Armagh

Navan Centre & Fort

Add an introduction to ancient Ulster to a day exploring Armagh. Check the guided-visit arrangements for your date.

Start / arrival pointNavan Centre, outside Armagh city

View details & availability Explore the Armagh guide

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