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59°F 15°C
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Knocknarea
Ollie #1 of 76 attractions in Sligo
5 of 5 stars 24 reviews

Knocknarea can be seen from all over Sligo. With Queen Maeves Tomb visible from the distance. If you travel to Strandhill and go down to the sea front, take a look back and you... more »

Attraction type  Mountains; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  6.7 km from city centre
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Benbulben
Ollie #2 of 76 attractions in Sligo
5 of 5 stars 14 reviews
Attraction type  Mountains
Distance  5.4 km from city centre
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County Sligo Golf Club
Ollie #3 of 76 attractions in Sligo
5 of 5 stars 13 reviews
Founded in 1894, this 18-hole golf course is located under the shadow of famed Banbulben and is considered one of Ireland's great championship links.
Attraction type  Golf Courses
Distance  7.7 km from city centre
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Glencar Lake
Ollie #4 of 76 attractions in Sligo
4.5 of 5 stars 23 reviews
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Distance  9.5 km from city centre
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Hazelwood
Ollie #5 of 76 attractions in Sligo
5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Attraction type  Parks
Distance  3.1 km from city centre
Rosses Point
Ollie #6 of 76 attractions in Sligo
4.5 of 5 stars 17 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Carrowkeel
Ollie #7 of 76 attractions in Sligo
5 of 5 stars 9 reviews
Attraction type  Cemeteries
Distance  28.1 km from city centre
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Coney Island
Ollie #8 of 76 attractions in Sligo
5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Islands
Distance  8.1 km from city centre
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Carrowmore Megalithic Cemetery
Ollie #9 of 76 attractions in Sligo
5 of 5 stars 14 reviews

Carrowmore Tombs   This is a great way to see and learn about Megalitic tombs and passage graves. Ample space for carparking. Enter reception area and there is a 3.00euro charge... more »

Attraction type  Cemeteries; Ancient Ruins
Distance  0.0 km from city centre
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Aughris Cliff Walk
Ollie #10 of 76 attractions in Sligo
4.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Owner description: This three-mile walk along an imposing cliff wall offers an array of striking views. on your way you will see st patrick well ...o toole forth...... more » Owner description: This three-mile walk along an imposing cliff wall offers an array of striking views. on your way you will see st patrick well ...o toole forth ...Seabirds nesting on cliff face. « less
Attraction type  Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Distance  18.7 km from city centre
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Lough Gara
Ollie #11 of 76 attractions in Sligo
5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Distance  34.8 km from city centre
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Tobernalt Holy Well
Ollie #12 of 76 attractions in Sligo
5 of 5 stars 5 reviews

A must see for those in the area. Tobernalt Holy Well is a beautiful place to reflect, pray and enjoy an hour or two. It is hard to find so be sure to ask a local your first time... more »

Attraction type  Historic Sites; Bodies of Water
Distance  3.5 km from city centre
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The Lough Gill Drive
Ollie #13 of 76 attractions in Sligo
5 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Attraction type  Scenic Drives
Distance  14.7 km from city centre
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Inishmurray Island
Ollie #14 of 76 attractions in Sligo
5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Islands; Historic Sites
Distance  21.9 km from city centre
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The Model, home of the Niland Collection
Ollie #15 of 76 attractions in Sligo
4.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Owner description: The Model, home of The Niland Collection, is one of Ireland’s leading contemporary arts centres.The building boasts a restaurant and coffee dock, a...... more » Owner description: The Model, home of The Niland Collection, is one of Ireland’s leading contemporary arts centres.The building boasts a restaurant and coffee dock, a bookshop, a wonderful gallery circuit, a purpose built performance space and digital cinema and a suite of impressive artist studios on the top floor with enviable views of Sligo town and County.This award-winning building is home to the impressive Niland Collection of art, one of the most notable collections in Ireland and featuring works by John and Jack B. Yeats, Estella Solomons, Paul Henry and Louis Le LeBrocquy among others. « less
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings; Art Galleries; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  0.3 km from city centre
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Hawks Well Theatre
Ollie #16 of 76 attractions in Sligo
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Attraction type  Theatres
Distance  0.4 km from city centre
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Sligo Abbey
Ollie #17 of 76 attractions in Sligo
4 of 5 stars 10 reviews

Layers of history are revealed on the guided tour of this friary (Abbey is a misnomer as you'll discover). You can learn about the origins of Sligo Abbey, and the use right up to... more »

Attraction type  Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings
Distance  0.1 km from city centre
The Rose of Innisfree Tourboat
Ollie #18 of 76 attractions in Sligo
4 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Ferries/ Boats
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Easkey
Ollie #19 of 76 attractions in Sligo
5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Beaches
Distance  31.0 km from city centre
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The Green Fort
Ollie #20 of 76 attractions in Sligo
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Historic Sites
Distance  1.8 km from city centre
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