Location: Carrick-on-Shannon
Top Things to do in Carrick-on-Shannon
The 9 Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Carrick-on-Shannon, Western Ireland
Carrick-on-Shannon (Irish: Cora Droma Rúisc, meaning "weir of the marshy ridge") is the county town of County Leitrim in the Republic of Ireland. It is the largest town in the county of Leitrim and the smallest main county town in the entire country. A smaller part of the town lies in County Roscommon. The population of the town was 5,931 in 2016. It is situated on a strategic crossing point of the River Shannon. The Leitrim part of the town is in the civil parish of Kiltogert which is in the ancient barony of Leitrim. For ecclesiastical purposes, the town is in the parish of Kiltoghert in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Ardagh and Clonmacnoise A Church of Ireland church also lies close to the town centre.
Restaurants in Carrick-on-Shannon
1. Carrick Quads
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 60 reviews
Set on over 100 acres of fantastic Irish countryside! This off-road motor-powered adventure is perfect for all levels – from the novice to the experienced – everyone will have an amazing time regardless of the weather!
2. Kidz Kingdom And Bowling
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
State of the art play centre. Lots to do from Bowling, Play Area for Kidz, Hurricane Cars, Amusement Machines, Pool Tables, Indoor Soccer, Zumo Wrestlling, Face Painting, Birthday Parties, Schhol Tours, Camps, Cafe Shop.
3. Costello Memorial Chapel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 115 reviews
Reviewed By Francis061 - Dublin, Ireland
Like the Taj Mahal is a testament to a man's love for his wife, this smallest church in Ireland was erected in 1879 by Edward Costello as a memorial and burial vault for his wife Mary.
4. Aura Leitrim Leisure Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
Here at Aura we have a number of facilities that provides something for everyone. We have a fully equipped gym, fitness classes, family fun open swims, swimming pool exercise classes, children's activities and more! With Aura, everyone can be healthier, happier and feel better about themselves.
5. Carrick Cineplex
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
Carrick Cineplex is an award-winning 4 screen boutique Cinema showing all the latest Hollywood releases as well as weekly World and Art-house films, Live Opera screenings and more. Arrive early and stay late to enjoy the stylish Art Deco style surrounds of Cafe Paradiso Wine & Coffee Bar. FREE customer WiFi. Corporate & private screen hire available. School tours & group events a specialty.
6. The Dock Arts Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
The Dock offers the best of contemporary art, music, theatre in beautiful gallery spaces and a bespoke performance space. The Dock presents a year round artistic programme spanning visual art, theatre, music, dance, comedy and performance art and is augmented by an arts education and outreach programme that provides people of all ages and backgrounds with the opportunities to engage in a meaningful way with all aspects of our artistic programme. The Dock provides support for artists to develop their practice and show new work through our residency programmes. Where possible we curate, commission and develop new work and support projects at a local, national and international level.
Reviewed By sportsclare
Beautiful small theatre with excellent range of shows from plays to poetry to music. Lovely arts shop attached plus gallery and bar at half time. Have never been during the day so unsure if snacks available then but a great evening experience.
7. Moon River Cruise
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 114 reviews
8. Carthy's Bar Lock 17
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
9. Cryan's Traditional Irish Music Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By 380ashaa
Welcoming staff beautiful beer garden relaxed atmosphere perfect place to enjoy a quiet pint.Excellent trad sessions. Highly recommend to the more hi-brow travellers passing through carrick on shannon.
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