Top Things to do in Cong
Top Restaurants in Cong
What to do and see in Cong, Western Ireland: The Best Sights & Landmarks
Discover the best top things to do in Cong, Ireland including The Cong Heritage Trail, Royal Abbey of Cong, Abbaye de Cong, Statue of John Wayne and Maureen O'Hara, Ashford Castle, Pigeon Hole Cave, Bog Oak Sculpture, The Guinness Tower/Leonard's Tower, Monk's Fishing House, Glebe Stone Circles.
Restaurants in Cong
1. The Cong Heritage Trail
2. Royal Abbey of Cong
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 438 reviews
Reviewed By alisonpriceLeeds - Leeds, United Kingdom
Beautiful abbey nice streets and great John Wayne statue. A little gem - lovely drive and nice place to stop
3. Abbaye de Cong
4. Statue of John Wayne and Maureen O'Hara
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 383 reviews
Reviewed By 539aidanb
This was a fitting tribute to the two people (John Wayne & maureen o'hara)who put the village of cong on the map with their portrayal of Sean Thornton and Mary Kate danagher in the John Ford film " The quiet man".
5. Ashford Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 606 reviews
Reviewed By 562dianed - Highland Heights, United States
My husband and I splurged and stayed one night at Ashford Castle. Just driving through the gates and down the long driveway is like leaving the modern world behind. Then the Castle comes into view and takes your breath away! The Staff is warm, welcoming, and efficient from the time you pull up to the front gate and throughout your stay. We were greeted with a welcome cocktail, quickly checked in, and given a tour of the Castle and its amenities while being escorted to our room. Our luggage was delivered within 5-10 minutes. The grounds of the Castle are absolutely gorgeous, and, together with the inlet, provide an unbelievable setting. Our room was beautiful, nicely sized with a large bathroom, with an illuminated make up mirror, and a heated floor (should you desire). We had a very limited view of the fountain, lawn, and inlet, but mostly of the stone exterior wall of the Castle, as our room was located in a “nook” of the outside structure. However, we were not in our room much, except for at night, and it didn’t really matter at that point. There is a Billiards room and bar that contains a tent on the back patio, which is a Cigar Smoking Lounge. It has comfortable couches and chairs, and even throws, in case you get chilled in the evening. They sell only Cuban Cigars there, as well, and this was my husband’s favorite part of the Castle—having a Monte Cristo and an Irish Whiskey after our dinner. The Fitness Center was located in a glass gazebo and had a gorgeous view of the inlet. It was not very large, but contained two each of treadmills, elliptical machines, and stationary bicycles. It also had a universal weight machine, dumbbells, and exercise balls. They offer golf, horseback riding, clay pigeon shooting, tennis, a Spa, zip lining, boat cruises, and falconry. There are several restaurants, bars, and afternoon tea is also available. It was an experience that was worth the splurge, and a Castle experience you’ll never forget!
6. Pigeon Hole Cave
7. Bog Oak Sculpture
8. The Guinness Tower/Leonard's Tower
9. Monk's Fishing House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 188 reviews
Reviewed By jackiebD6544KZ - Tenterden, United Kingdom
Just a stroll from Ashford Castle along the River Cong just before reching Cong Village is this lovely well preserved stone cottage where a[parently Monks would catch fish
10. Glebe Stone Circles
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By afoggypath - Austin, United States
This small stone circle was just down the street from the B&B we stayed at. We stopped by on our way out and had a quiet walk in. It is in the middle of a cattle field, so watch your step when you walk up! You climb over the little wall by the sign and it's a short walk up, you can see it from the road. The spot is truly lovely and the feeling there is one that implores silence. It feels ancient and mystical. The trees there are beautiful. The stone circle is fenced off, but you get a great look. We didn't stay but 10 minutes or so, but I'm so glad we took the time to check it out.
