Top Things to do in County Westmeath
10 Free Things to do in County Westmeath That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in County Westmeath, Ireland including The Malt House, Lough Owel, Multyfarnham Friary, Fore Priory, Peddler Mac's, Fore Abbey, Sean's Bar, The Snug Bar, Mullaghmeen Forest, Mullingar Pewter.
Restaurants in County Westmeath
1. The Malt House
2. Lough Owel
3. Multyfarnham Friary
4. Fore Priory
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By Bozeman-Dublin - Trim, Ireland
The Abbey at Fore is just the most tranquil and beautiful place. The valley has a few sights, the Abbey itself, St Feichins Church, the Anchorites Cell and the Dovecot as well as the majestic Hill of Fore towering over the valley. The valley is famous for its Seven Wonders such as the wood that won't burn, the water the flows uphill, the monastery built on a bog, the lintel stone raised by saints prayers and the mill without a race. It dates from the 7th century, founded by St Feichin but was burned a razed several times over the centuries. Much of what remains today, including a well preserved section of the cloister of the Benedictine Friary, dates from the 13th century. Climb to the dovecot behind the Abbey for the best views. Free to enter and there are a few information panels scattered around, most notably at the carpark by the roadside.
5. Peddler Mac's
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 15 reviews
Olde Worlde Irish Pub in the heart of the beautiful Athlone Town in Westmeath. Porter, Coffee's, Cocktails, Irish Music and much more.
Reviewed By G6087TMdavidg - Dublin, Ireland
BEST run pub I have ever been! Friendly atomosphere and great pints ! Also very tasty aperol spritz!
6. Fore Abbey
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 93 reviews
Reviewed By 88ovidius - Dublin, Ireland
Nice walk in a rainy day:).Very old ruins of a monastery founded in Ireland in yhe 7th century.Free entrance,fresh air and nice view, plus history.The locals said The Abbey have 7 wonders.
7. Sean's Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,431 reviews
Situated in the Heart of Ireland halfway between Dublin and Galway, Sean's Bar plays host to visitors from all around the world. Whether absorbing the history, listening to music, visiting with friends and family or simply enjoying the perfect pint, the appeal is equally strong for everyone. Listed in both "25 of the Most Incredible Bars in the World" and "50 Bars to Blow Your Mind" by Lonely Planet, a visit to Sean's is a must! find out more about why Sean's Bar is not only the oldest, but one of the best-loved pubs in world.
Reviewed By 226nualas
Very quaint little bar sawdust on the floor traditional music most nights very large outdoor space on to the quayside very friendly staff all very good
8. The Snug Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 67 reviews
2 Beer Gardens • Live Music• Live Sport • Barbeque’s• All types of Parties catered for• Guaranteed good time!The Snug bar is a traditional cosy warm Irish pub situated in Athlones Left Bank area. It's an ideal place to enjoy a pint and watch a match or party the night away. There is a host of entertainment to be had with live music to suit all tastes. We have a large heated and covered Beer Garden with full bar, Big Screen TV and BBQ which makes an ideal location for you and your friends to wile away an afternoon on sunny days. Drop in if you want to watch Live Sports in a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere.
Reviewed By Dontblamemeimirish
Friendly atmosphere, good service, good company! Great music, live! All the locals are very welcoming and will chat or leave you alone, whatever you want! Great place to relax, or have the craic!
9. Mullaghmeen Forest
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By thisdrinkinglife - Basel, Switzerland
Luckily there was a break in the weather and we finally got a good day for a change. I wanted to start the County Top Challenge and I read that Westmeath's highest peak was in Mullaghmeen, through the Forest. It is 258 metres so its actually the lowest county top in Ireland. A good one to start with I think! The morning was lovely, and the walk through the forest was very relaxing. I brought the son and he loved it, a nice and gentle walk through the forest, with the sun shining through the trees, and the pathway very easy to navigate. We started out on the red route, which is the easiest and shortest of the three routes. It takes you through the forest in a loop back to the car park. The white loop is the longest, and goes right around the forest, and by all accounts is a long walk. The blue walk is the route you need if you want to do the county top, as it leads straight to the summit. I took this one after I was told by some locals that this is the one to take if you need to see the peak. I had started out on the red route so it was lucky I had met some people who put me right. I went up the peak myself, up a small gravel path that leads right to the top. Up there I got to see the surrounding hills and lakes (Lough Lene) of North Westmeath. On a lovely day with a clear blue sky it was a lovely scene in the fresh air, reinvigorating. I joined the gang back at the red route, they took a break waiting for me near the famine grave garden. Overall we spent about an hour and a bit and it was a very enjoyable time walking through the forest. And I got my first county top achieved. One down, 25 more to do! (some counties share peaks!)
10. Mullingar Pewter
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
One of Irelands Best Known Exports -The ancient craft of pewter making was revived in Ireland by Mullingar Pewter in 1974. A visit to the workshop will allow you see the skill of casting, turning, meticulous assembly and delicate hand finishing of pewter pieces by our skilled artisans. Learn some of the hidden secrets and magic which date back over 800 years. The Gift Shop carries an extensive range of Mullingar Pewter products and gifts for all occasions to suit all tastes and pockets. Visit our new Coffee Shop "Pewter Cafe" Mullingar Pewter is situated less than an our from Dublin on the N4 Exit 14. 6km from Mullingar town. Eircode N91A7KP
Reviewed By 573gerd
Really nice setting, the gifts and items are really nice. Items are reasonably priced, you will find something to suit anyone really. The new cafe is gorgeous. It has lovely food at good prices, staff are lovely, very spacious and relaxing, worth the trip for this alone, or if you are passing by on the N4 it's worth popping on the list for a rest and a refresh.
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