Local Attractions

Innybay Bed and Breakfast seen from above

Main Tourist Attractions

Clonmacnoise

One of the largest and most impressive holy monastic sites in Ireland beside the beautiful river Shannon.

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The Outdoor Discovery Adventure Centre

Your number one choice for adventure sports in Longford, Westmeath and Roscommon.

Kayaking, Canoeing, Rafting, Orienteering, Archery and More...

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Corlea Trackway and Visitor Centre

In 1984 Bord na Móna discovered a burried iron age trackway, where excellent Guided Tours begin with 18M of trackway preserved in the visitors centre and continuing outside into this extraordinary Bog outside. Pond dipping available as well.

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Strokestown House

Strokestown Park House, famine museum are well worth a visit, entertaining guided tours daily.

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Tullamore Dew Distillery

Birthplace of the legendary Tullamore Dew a Traditional Irish whiskey.

Locke's Distillery

Believed to be the oldest licensed pot still distillery in the world.

Other places of interest include:

Lough Ree

Quite apart from the breathtaking views Lough Ree offers a wonderful place to relax and enjoy some tranquility. Boating, angling, and wildlife are virtually on your doorstep.

For more information see the Longford Tourism guide to Lough Ree Here.

Athlone Castle and Museum

The castle origionally built in 1129AD by King Turlough O'Connor was constructed of wood, this was rebuilt in stone by King John of England in 1210AD.

The castle and museum offer a wonderful view of the local history with audio visual effects to help recreate the historic past of Athlone and the surrounding areas.

To find more information about Athlone Castle and Museum visit their website Here.

The Irish Peat Bogs

Found all over the area the peat bogs contain some of the best wildlife that Ireland has to offer with Curlew, Snipe, Woodcock and Skylark found beside the tranquil pools. Hen Harriers are also seen overhead. The otter and hares make their homes here along with foxes, hedgehogs and badgers. In mid-summer the bogs are alive with colour as the orchids, cranberries, pitcher plant and mosses show their natural beauty.

Lough Ree Yacht Club (established 1770)

Main claim to fame is the fact that this is the second oldest sailing club in the world. Originally named the Athlone yacht club the venue has many beautiful boats and barges to see.

For more info see their website Here

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