Sligo

Mountain silhouettes, Atlantic beaches and landscapes associated with W. B. Yeats.

ExploreSligo Town and the Atlantic coast

Best timeApril to October

Time needed2–4 days

Perfect forCulture, scenery, outdoor adventures and short breaks

Plan your visit

Why visit Sligo?

Mountain silhouettes, Atlantic beaches and landscapes associated with W. B. Yeats.

Don’t miss

Top 20 landmarks and attractions

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

01Benbulben
02Strandhill Beach
03Knocknarea
04Carrowmore Megalithic Cemetery
05Glencar Waterfall
06Lough Gill
07Drumcliffe Churchyard
08Sligo Abbey
09Mullaghmore Head
10Classiebawn Castle Viewpoint
11Rosses Point
12Eagles Flying
13Creevykeel Court Tomb
14The Model
15Yeats Society Sligo
16Doorly Park
17Devil’s Chimney
18Aughris Head
19Enniscrone Beach
20Hazelwood Forest

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