Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions in Sligo

We've collected top 10 mentioned free attractions in Sligo from other articles such as Tripadvisor's Top Things to Do, Lonely Planet Top Choices, Fodor's Choice.

Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions in Sligo

Atlantic Sheepdogs
Atlantic Sheepdogs
4.9 (151 ratings)5 (59 ratings)
Streedagh, Grange, Sligo, Ireland
Sights & LandmarksFarms
The Model. Home of The Niland Collection.
The Model. Home of The Niland Collection.
4.4 (205 ratings)4.5 (77 ratings)
The Mall, Rathquarter, Sligo, Ireland
Art galleryMuseumsHistorical landmarkLive music venueArchitectural BuildingsPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
Sights in The Northwest
"The main attraction at the Model, housed in a school built in 1862, is one of Ireland's largest collections of works by 20th-century…"
Knocknarea
Knocknarea
4.8 (63 ratings)5 (580 ratings)
Storied limestone hill with a giant cairn & historic tombs on top, plus views of the ocean.
Knocknarea North, Co. Sligo, Ireland
Mountain peakNature & ParksMountainsPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in Ireland
"Sligo's ultimate rock pile and a magical climb, Knocknarea Cairn is popularly believed to be the grave of legendary Queen Maeve (Queen Mab in Welsh and English folk tales). The 40,000 tonnes of stone have never been excavated, despite speculation that a tomb on the scale of the one at Newgrange lies buried below.The site is 2km northwest of Carrowmore; from Carrowmore, continue west along the road, turn right by a church, and follow the signposts. The parking area is off the R292."
Carrowmore Megalithic Cemetery
Carrowmore Megalithic Cemetery
4.2 (772 ratings)4.5 (475 ratings)
Ireland's largest Megalithic cemetery, with guided tours & a visitor center in a nearby cottage.
Carrowmore, Co. Sligo, F91 E638, Ireland
Sights & LandmarksAncient RuinsCemeteries
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in Ireland
"One of the largest Stone Age cemeteries in Europe, Carrowmore is finally receiving the renown it deserves and is Sligo's must-see attraction. Some 60 monuments including stone circles, passage tombs and dolmens adorn the rolling hills of this haunting site, which is thought to predate Newgrange in County Meath by 700 years.To get here, follow the R292 west from Sligo for 4km and follow the signposts."
Lissadell House
Lissadell House
4 (550 ratings)
Historic 19th-century estate with seasonal tours & events, a tea room & a sprawling alpine garden.
Lissadill, Ballinfull, Co. Sligo, Ireland
BuildingSights & LandmarksArchitectural BuildingsHistoric Sites
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
Sights in The Northwest
"Standing beside the Atlantic waters of Drumcliff Bay, on the peninsula that juts out between Donegal and Sligo bays, Lissadell is an…"
Drumcliffe Church & W. B Yeat's Grave
Drumcliffe Church & W. B Yeat's Grave
4.4 (270 ratings)4 (279 ratings)
Drumcliffe Church Drumcliffe, Co. Sligo, Ireland
Sights & LandmarksCemeteriesPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in Ireland
"Yeats was long believed to be buried next to the doorway of the Protestant church, but recent evidence suggests that the bones shipped here from France in 1948 were not his at all, owing to the actual bones being scattered about an ossuary during the chaos of WWII. Yeats' youthful bride, Georgie Hyde-Lee, however, is buried alongside. Almost three decades her senior, Yeats was 52 when they married."
Arigna Mining Experience
Arigna Mining Experience
4.7 (921 ratings)5 (741 ratings)
Light- and sound-enhanced tours of an underground coal mine, plus a geology and history exhibition.
Derreenavoggy, Carrick-On-Shannon, Co. Roscommon, Ireland
Sights & LandmarksCoffee shopGift shopHistory museumMuseumTourist information centerMines
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in Ireland
"Ireland's first and last coal mine (1600s to 1990) is remembered at the Arigna Mining Experience, set in the hills above Lough Allen. The highlight is the 50-minute underground tour, which takes you 400m down to the coal face and includes a simulated mini-explosion. Tours are led by ex-miners who really bring home the gruelling working conditions and dangers.Wear warm clothing and sturdy shoes as it can be cold and muddy. It's 23km northeast of Boyle."
Parke's Castle
Parke's Castle
4.5 (371 ratings)4.5 (186 ratings)
17th-century plantation castle by Lough Gill, restored with traditional craftsmanship, open summer.
Kilmore, Fivemilebourne, Co. Leitrim, F91 FP71, Ireland
CastleSights & Landmarks
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in Ireland
"The tranquil surrounds of Parke's Castle, with swans drifting by on Lough Gill and neat grass cloaking the old moat, belie the fact that its early Plantation architecture was created out of an unwelcome English landlord's insecurity and fear.The restored, three-storey castle forms part of one of the five sides of the bawn, which also has three rounded turrets at its corners.The castle is just over the border from County Sligo, 11km east of Sligo Town."

Must See Sights and Landmarks in Sligo Area

Lissadell House
Lissadell House
4 (550 ratings)
Historic 19th-century estate with seasonal tours & events, a tea room & a sprawling alpine garden.
Lissadill, Ballinfull, Co. Sligo, Ireland
BuildingSights & LandmarksArchitectural BuildingsHistoric Sites
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
Sights in The Northwest
"Standing beside the Atlantic waters of Drumcliff Bay, on the peninsula that juts out between Donegal and Sligo bays, Lissadell is an…"
Parke's Castle
Parke's Castle
4.5 (371 ratings)4.5 (186 ratings)
17th-century plantation castle by Lough Gill, restored with traditional craftsmanship, open summer.
Kilmore, Fivemilebourne, Co. Leitrim, F91 FP71, Ireland
CastleSights & Landmarks
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in Ireland
"The tranquil surrounds of Parke's Castle, with swans drifting by on Lough Gill and neat grass cloaking the old moat, belie the fact that its early Plantation architecture was created out of an unwelcome English landlord's insecurity and fear.The restored, three-storey castle forms part of one of the five sides of the bawn, which also has three rounded turrets at its corners.The castle is just over the border from County Sligo, 11km east of Sligo Town."
Drumcliffe Church & W. B Yeat's Grave
Drumcliffe Church & W. B Yeat's Grave
4.4 (270 ratings)4 (279 ratings)
Drumcliffe Church Drumcliffe, Co. Sligo, Ireland
Sights & LandmarksCemeteriesPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in Ireland
"Yeats was long believed to be buried next to the doorway of the Protestant church, but recent evidence suggests that the bones shipped here from France in 1948 were not his at all, owing to the actual bones being scattered about an ossuary during the chaos of WWII. Yeats' youthful bride, Georgie Hyde-Lee, however, is buried alongside. Almost three decades her senior, Yeats was 52 when they married."

Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions in Sligo

Parke's Castle
Parke's Castle
4.5 (371 ratings)4.5 (186 ratings)
17th-century plantation castle by Lough Gill, restored with traditional craftsmanship, open summer.
Kilmore, Fivemilebourne, Co. Leitrim, F91 FP71, Ireland
CastleSights & Landmarks
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in Ireland
"The tranquil surrounds of Parke's Castle, with swans drifting by on Lough Gill and neat grass cloaking the old moat, belie the fact that its early Plantation architecture was created out of an unwelcome English landlord's insecurity and fear.The restored, three-storey castle forms part of one of the five sides of the bawn, which also has three rounded turrets at its corners.The castle is just over the border from County Sligo, 11km east of Sligo Town."
Belleek Pottery Ltd
Belleek Pottery Ltd
4.5 (732 ratings)4.5 (483 ratings)
3 Main St, Belleek, Enniskillen BT93 3FY, United Kingdom
Chinaware storeChildren's museumGift shopMuseumVisitor Centers
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in Northern Ireland
"The imposing Georgian-style building beside Belleek's main bridge houses the world-famous Belleek Pottery, founded in 1857. It has been producing fine Parian china ever since, and is especially noted for its delicate basketware; pieces are available to buy in the shop. You can see the pottery being made on guided tours of the factory floor, which run every half-hour from 9.30am to 12.15pm and 1.45pm to 4pm weekdays year-round (to 3pm on Fridays), plus summer weekends."
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
Sights in Northern Ireland
"On the riverbank stands the visitor center of Belleek Pottery Ltd., producers of Parian china, a fine, eggshell-thin, ivory porcelain…"
Atlantic Sheepdogs
Atlantic Sheepdogs
4.9 (151 ratings)5 (59 ratings)
Streedagh, Grange, Sligo, Ireland
Sights & LandmarksFarms

Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Sligo

Lissadell House
Lissadell House
4 (550 ratings)
Historic 19th-century estate with seasonal tours & events, a tea room & a sprawling alpine garden.
Lissadill, Ballinfull, Co. Sligo, Ireland
BuildingSights & LandmarksArchitectural BuildingsHistoric Sites
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
Sights in The Northwest
"Standing beside the Atlantic waters of Drumcliff Bay, on the peninsula that juts out between Donegal and Sligo bays, Lissadell is an…"
The Model. Home of The Niland Collection.
The Model. Home of The Niland Collection.
4.4 (205 ratings)4.5 (77 ratings)
The Mall, Rathquarter, Sligo, Ireland
Art galleryMuseumsHistorical landmarkLive music venueArchitectural BuildingsPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
Sights in The Northwest
"The main attraction at the Model, housed in a school built in 1862, is one of Ireland's largest collections of works by 20th-century…"
Arigna Mining Experience
Arigna Mining Experience
4.7 (921 ratings)5 (741 ratings)
Light- and sound-enhanced tours of an underground coal mine, plus a geology and history exhibition.
Derreenavoggy, Carrick-On-Shannon, Co. Roscommon, Ireland
Sights & LandmarksCoffee shopGift shopHistory museumMuseumTourist information centerMines
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in Ireland
"Ireland's first and last coal mine (1600s to 1990) is remembered at the Arigna Mining Experience, set in the hills above Lough Allen. The highlight is the 50-minute underground tour, which takes you 400m down to the coal face and includes a simulated mini-explosion. Tours are led by ex-miners who really bring home the gruelling working conditions and dangers.Wear warm clothing and sturdy shoes as it can be cold and muddy. It's 23km northeast of Boyle."

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Sligo

4.8 (83 reviews)
The Coachhouse @ Kingsfort House
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$89.38 /night
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5.0 (354 reviews)
Benbulben Farmhouse B&B
Bed and breakfast
$89.38 /night
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4.9 (40 reviews)
Markree Castle
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$199.26 /night
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