Day 1 — Begin with Glencar Waterfall, then continue to Lough Allen and spend the evening exploring the nearest town.
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County guide
Leitrim
A peaceful county of lakes, forests, canals and Ireland’s shortest coastline.
Glencar Waterfall
ExploreCarrick-on-Shannon
Best timeApril to October
Time needed2–4 days
Perfect forCulture, scenery, outdoor adventures and short breaks
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Why visit Leitrim?
A peaceful county of lakes, forests, canals and Ireland’s shortest coastline.
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Top 20 landmarks and attractions
A curated starting point for planning your time in the county.
- 01Glencar Waterfall
- 02Lough Allen
- 03Carrick-on-Shannon
- 04Shannon Blueway
- 05Parke’s Castle
- 06Arigna Mining Experience
- 07Glenview Folk Museum
- 08The Organic Centre
- 09Fowley’s Falls
- 10Dromahair
- 11Manorhamilton Castle
- 12Eagle’s Rock
- 13Sliabh an Iarainn
- 14Lough Gill
- 15Creevelea Abbey
- 16Drumshanbo
- 17Acres Lake Boardwalk
- 18Glencar Lake
- 19Tullaghan Coast
- 20Fenagh Abbey
Suggested route
A simple three-day itinerary
3 daysSuggested county driving route
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Day 2 — Visit Carrick-on-Shannon before an afternoon at Shannon Blueway.
Day 3 — Combine Parke’s Castle with Arigna Mining Experience, allowing extra time for local food, viewpoints and unplanned stops.
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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
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
Coastal boat trip
Out-of-county option · Sligo
Sligo Bay scenic cruise
See the bay from the water with local commentary. Wildlife sightings and sailing conditions vary; check group and departure arrangements.
Start / arrival pointRosses Point, County Sligo
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