Roscommon

Castle ruins, forest parks and broad lakes along the River Shannon.

ExploreRoscommon Town and Boyle

Best timeApril to October

Time needed2–4 days

Perfect forCulture, scenery, outdoor adventures and short breaks

Plan your visit

Why visit Roscommon?

Castle ruins, forest parks and broad lakes along the River Shannon.

Don’t miss

Top 20 landmarks and attractions

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

01Roscommon Castle
02Lough Key Forest & Activity Park
03Strokestown Park House and Famine Museum
04Rathcroghan Royal Site
05Arigna Mining Experience
06Boyle Abbey
07King House Boyle
08Sliabh Bawn
09Lough Ree
10Portrunny Bay
11Elphin Windmill
12Castlecoote House
13Rindoon Medieval Settlement
14Dr Douglas Hyde Interpretive Centre
15Claypipe Visitor Centre
16Ballintubber Castle
17Mote Park
18Loughnaneane Park
19Shannon River Cruising
20Athleague Village

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