Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Ballinasloe

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Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Ballinasloe

Rathbaun Farm
Rathbaun Farm
4.6 (159 ratings)4.5 (161 ratings)
Rathbane, Ardrahan, Co. Galway, H91 CP89, Ireland
Sights & LandmarksFarms
Portumna Castle & Gardens
Portumna Castle & Gardens
4.5 (473 ratings)4 (195 ratings)
Grand 17th-century fortified house with Renaissance-style towers, gates & landscaped formal gardens.
Portumna, Co. Galway, Ireland
CastleSights & Landmarks
Mentioned by Passports and Adventures
50+ Things to Do in Galway With Kids
"One of the top family attractions in Galway is Portumna Castle and gardens. Built in the early 17th century, this castle is a semi-fortified house located in the town of the same name. Located close to the shores of Lough Derg, it was built in the Renaissance style and the grounds have walled gardens, gate lodges and is right beside the River Shannon and Portumna Forest Park, making it an ideal family day out location in County Galway."
Mentioned by This is Galway
Explore Galway's Castles
"The castle of Portumna is a beautiful example of a Renassiance-style semi-fortified house. Built in the early 17th century, it was the first of its kind in the British Isles and was considered unrivaled in Ireland for its size and grandeur. Formal enclosed gardens, courtyards and small houses on the property, which sits on the shores of Lough Derg, just add to the beauty of the place."
Mentioned by The Irish Road Trip
11 Magical Castles In Galway (WORTH Visiting In 2021)
"Imposing Portumna Castle and Gardens is in a prime location close to the Tipperary County border with stunning views of Lough Derg. Typical of castles built in the early 1600s, this grand Galway castle was erected by the 4th Earl of Clanricarde and was the home of the de Burgo family for centuries. Damaged by fire, and roofless from 1826, the castle is currently being restored."
Athenry Castle
Athenry Castle
4.4 (335 ratings)4 (92 ratings)
Gorteenacra, Athenry, Co. Galway, Ireland
Sights & LandmarksCastles
Mentioned by The Irish Road Trip
11 Magical Castles In Galway (WORTH Visiting In 2021)
"Built in the 13th century, Athenry Castle is in the centre of Athenry and is open daily for guided tours from April to October. The existing castle complex has plenty to see including a curtain wall with two round lookout towers and a three-storey keep housing the Great Hall. Built in 1253 by Meiler de Bermingham it has been the site of many battles, particularly between the Normans and the King of Connaught."
Mentioned by Passports and Adventures
50+ Things to Do in Galway With Kids
"Athenry Castle, Galway is a national monument located in the town of the same name in the east of the county. This rectangular tower house dates from the 13th century and is a great place to visit with kids who fancy themselves as a prince or princess. You can learn more about the castle here."
Mentioned by This is Galway
Explore Galway's Castles
"On the west bank of the Clarin River, Athenry is a Heritage Town, boasting not just a castle but the original medieval walls of the town. It was originally a 13th-century Norman castle, complete with arrow loops and other battlements."
Portumna Forest Park
Portumna Forest Park
4.5 (143 ratings)4.5 (120 ratings)
6 St Joseph's Rd, Portumna Demesne, Portumna, Co. Galway, H53 AH10, Ireland
Country parkNature & ParksParks
Mentioned by Passports and Adventures
50+ Things to Do in Galway With Kids
"Covering over 450 hectares and formerly owned by the Clanrickarde family, Portumna Forest Park is located along the northern shore of Lough Derg and is an excellent place for a family day out in Galway. There are plenty of forest and lakeside walks, a car park, toilet facilities, and observation points. Whether you want to visit on foot or on bike, these are all welcome."
Mentioned by Ireland Travel Guides
10 Most Scenic Hiking Trails In Galway
"A post shared by The Curvy Blonde (@the_curvy_blonde_gal) on Jun 22, 2019 at 9:09am PDT. The Portumna Forest Walk offers woodland paths and forestlands that remind you of scenes from Harry Potter and Hagrid’s House. The clean park abounds with wildlife and a rich variety of flora, carefully conserved and cared for."
Thoor Ballylee
Thoor Ballylee
4.5 (69 ratings)
Ballylee, Co. Galway, Ireland
BuildingSights & LandmarksHistoric Sites
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in Ireland
"In an idyllic setting by a stream, this 16th-century Norman tower was the summer home of WB Yeats from 1921 to 1929 and was the inspiration for one of his best-known works, The Tower. It adjoins a whitewashed cottage with forest-green trim, which contains an exhibition on Yeats' life and work. From Gort, it's 7.2km northeast off the N66."
Glendeer Pet Farm
Glendeer Pet Farm
4.7 (671 ratings)4.5 (210 ratings)
Open farm to get up close with animals from emus to llamas, plus indoor play area and nature trails.
Curryroe, Athlone, Co. Roscommon, N37 HY39, Ireland
FarmNature & ParksCoffee shopGift shopPlaygroundNature & Wildlife Areas
Clonfert Cathedral
Clonfert Cathedral
4.5 (43 ratings)4 (31 ratings)
Clonfert South (Seymour), Co. Galway, Ireland
MonasterySights & LandmarksChurches & Cathedrals
The Friendly Farmer
The Friendly Farmer
4.8 (18 ratings)5 (2 ratings)
Knockbrack, Athenry, Co. Galway, Ireland
Farm shopSights & LandmarksFarm
Birr Castle Demesne
Birr Castle Demesne
4.6 (2282 ratings)4.5 (746 ratings)
Scenic castle gardens featuring rare trees and a science centre with a 19th-century telescope.
Townparks, Birr, Co. Offaly, Ireland
GardenNature & ParksCastlesPlaygroundsNature & Wildlife Areas
Clonmacnoise
Clonmacnoise
4.5 (2145 ratings)4.5 (911 ratings)
Ruined cathedral, 7 churches, 2 round towers, 3 high crosses and a large collection of grave slabs.
Co. Offaly, N37 V292, Ireland
MonasterySights & LandmarksCultureHistorical placeHistoric SitesChurches & Cathedrals
Mentioned by viator.com
THE TOP 10 Things To Do in Galway | Attractions & Activities
"While Ireland’s weather is famously cool, it isn’t the temperature that will give you chills when visiting Clonmacnoise. Rather, it’s the 1,500 years of monastic history that’s powerfully felt in these ruins—where temples, cathedrals, home sites, and graveyards have withstood the elements for centuries. Originally founded in the 6th century, this stone village along the River Shannon prospered for a time as Christian monastery in Ireland’s central plains."

Best Dinner Places to Eat in Ballinasloe

Lignum
Lignum
4.8 (62 ratings)
Slatefort House, Bullaun, Co. Galway, H62 H798, Ireland
Restaurant
Mentioned by Hot Dinners
The best restaurants, bars and pubs in Galway
"This new opening - about a 30-minute drive from Galway City - has Irish foodies all in a flutter of excitement. Their pitch is to use "ancient methods focusing on using wood to prepare, cook and serve our cuisine". So expect inventive, modern cooking with a strong emphasis on excellent produce."
Lough Rea Hotel & Spa
Lough Rea Hotel & Spa
4.3 (1155 ratings)
Stylish modern rooms, many with views, plus a vibrant spa, event space for 600, and a bar-brasserie.
Athenry Rd, Loughrea, Co. Galway, H62 Y189, Ireland
HotelRestaurantSpaSpa and health clubWedding venue
Raheen Woods Hotel
Raheen Woods Hotel
4.4 (798 ratings)
Modern property with refined quarters & a serene spa, plus casual & sophisticated dining options.
Raheen, Athenry, Co. Galway, H65 E443, Ireland
HotelBarCoffee shopRestaurant
Mentioned by The Irish Road Trip
Best Hotels In Galway: My Guide To 21 Ye'll LOVE In 2021
"The family-run Raheen Woods Hotel can be found in Athenry, set amongst a tranquil woodland setting, a handy, 15-minute spin from the city,. This four star luxury hotel has plush rooms, marble halls and beautiful gardens to complement your spa treatments. The Tranquillity Leisure and Spa offers a full menu of beautifying therapies designed to relax and nourish body and soul."
Mentioned by The Irish Road Trip
Spa Hotels Galway: 7 Worth Your Cash (In 2021)
"To round off our guide to the best spa hotels Galway has to offer is the often-missed Raheen Woods Hotel and Spa. This four star luxury hotel has plush rooms, marble halls and beautiful gardens to complement your spa treatments. The Tranquillity Leisure and Spa offers a full menu of beautifying therapies designed to relax and nourish body and soul."

Best French Bakery in Ballinasloe

The Foods of Athenry
The Foods of Athenry
4.9 (37 ratings)
Oldcastle, Kilconieron, Co. Galway, H65 DY95, Ireland
BakeryFood manufacturer
Raheen Woods Hotel
Raheen Woods Hotel
4.4 (798 ratings)
Modern property with refined quarters & a serene spa, plus casual & sophisticated dining options.
Raheen, Athenry, Co. Galway, H65 E443, Ireland
HotelBarCoffee shopRestaurant
Mentioned by The Irish Road Trip
Best Hotels In Galway: My Guide To 21 Ye'll LOVE In 2021
"The family-run Raheen Woods Hotel can be found in Athenry, set amongst a tranquil woodland setting, a handy, 15-minute spin from the city,. This four star luxury hotel has plush rooms, marble halls and beautiful gardens to complement your spa treatments. The Tranquillity Leisure and Spa offers a full menu of beautifying therapies designed to relax and nourish body and soul."
Mentioned by The Irish Road Trip
Spa Hotels Galway: 7 Worth Your Cash (In 2021)
"To round off our guide to the best spa hotels Galway has to offer is the often-missed Raheen Woods Hotel and Spa. This four star luxury hotel has plush rooms, marble halls and beautiful gardens to complement your spa treatments. The Tranquillity Leisure and Spa offers a full menu of beautifying therapies designed to relax and nourish body and soul."
Mocha Beans Athenry
Mocha Beans Athenry
4.4 (113 ratings)
Unit 5, Athenry Shopping Centre, Prospect, Athenry, Co. Galway, H65 RC59, Ireland
Coffee shopCafe
Mentioned by Ireland Before You Die
BEST COFFEE in Galway: TOP 5 spots, RANKED
"Mocha Beans has been around since 1997 and now has branches all over the country. However, given it all started right here on the West coast, we just had to include it on our list of the best coffee in Galway. They roast all their coffee beans in house, meaning the whole place smells amazing all day long (and you can take home your favourites, too!)."

Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in Ballinasloe

Portumna Castle & Gardens
Portumna Castle & Gardens
4.5 (473 ratings)4 (195 ratings)
Grand 17th-century fortified house with Renaissance-style towers, gates & landscaped formal gardens.
Portumna, Co. Galway, Ireland
CastleSights & Landmarks
Mentioned by Passports and Adventures
50+ Things to Do in Galway With Kids
"One of the top family attractions in Galway is Portumna Castle and gardens. Built in the early 17th century, this castle is a semi-fortified house located in the town of the same name. Located close to the shores of Lough Derg, it was built in the Renaissance style and the grounds have walled gardens, gate lodges and is right beside the River Shannon and Portumna Forest Park, making it an ideal family day out location in County Galway."
Mentioned by This is Galway
Explore Galway's Castles
"The castle of Portumna is a beautiful example of a Renassiance-style semi-fortified house. Built in the early 17th century, it was the first of its kind in the British Isles and was considered unrivaled in Ireland for its size and grandeur. Formal enclosed gardens, courtyards and small houses on the property, which sits on the shores of Lough Derg, just add to the beauty of the place."
Mentioned by The Irish Road Trip
11 Magical Castles In Galway (WORTH Visiting In 2021)
"Imposing Portumna Castle and Gardens is in a prime location close to the Tipperary County border with stunning views of Lough Derg. Typical of castles built in the early 1600s, this grand Galway castle was erected by the 4th Earl of Clanricarde and was the home of the de Burgo family for centuries. Damaged by fire, and roofless from 1826, the castle is currently being restored."
The Friendly Farmer
The Friendly Farmer
4.8 (18 ratings)5 (2 ratings)
Knockbrack, Athenry, Co. Galway, Ireland
Farm shopSights & LandmarksFarm
Finnertys Mills
Finnertys Mills
5 (8 ratings)
Leitrim More, Leitrim, Co. Galway, Ireland
Historical place museumMuseumsFlour millHistorical landmarkHistory Museums

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Ballinasloe

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Celtic Nest 3 bedroom Apartament
Apartment · 5 Guests · 3 Bedrooms
$153 /night*
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Holiday Apartment in Ahascragh
Apartment · 5 Guests · 3 Bedrooms
$159 /night*
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4.1 (11 reviews)
Ashbury b and b
Bed and breakfast
$50.84 /night
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