Monaghan

Drumlin hills, market towns and quiet lakes close to the border.

ExploreMonaghan Town

Best timeApril to October

Time needed2–4 days

Perfect forCulture, scenery, outdoor adventures and short breaks

Plan your visit

Why visit Monaghan?

Drumlin hills, market towns and quiet lakes close to the border.

Don’t miss

Top 20 landmarks and attractions

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

01Castle Leslie Estate
02Monaghan County Museum
03Rossmore Forest Park
04Patrick Kavanagh Centre
05Lough Muckno
06Carrickmacross Lace Gallery
07St Macartan’s Cathedral
08Clones Round Tower
09Rally School Ireland
10Emy Lough
11Muckno Adventure Centre
12Mannan Castle Golf Club
13Hilton Park
14Market House Monaghan
15Inniskeen Road July Evening Walk
16Clones High Cross
17Lough Avaghon
18Blackwater Valley
19Carrickmacross Workhouse
20Dartrey Forest

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