What to do and see in County Offaly, Province of Leinster: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do

December 2, 2021 Leonarda Pillsbury

Discover the best top things to do in County Offaly, Ireland including Esker Hills Golf Club, Birr Equestrian Centre, Giltraps Pub Kinnitty, Birr Castle Gardens & Science Centre, Charleville Castle, Tullamore Dew, Clonmacnoise, Lough Boora Discovery Park, J.J. Hough's Singing Pub, Lloyd Town Park.
Restaurants in County Offaly

1. Esker Hills Golf Club

Ballykilmurray, Tullamore Ireland +353 57 935 5999 [email protected] http://www.eskerhillsgolf.com/
Excellent
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5.0 based on 174 reviews

Esker Hills Golf Club

Esker Hills, Tullamore, Co. Offaly is regarded as one of Ireland's leading inland golf courses. It is a challenging championship golf course where no two holes are remotely alike. It is noted for its distinct links feel, superb sand-based greens, all-year playability and warm welcome.Awarded "Irelands Bestest Hidden Gem" in Leinster at The Golfers Guide To Ireland Awards 2012.

Reviewed By 105JohnT - Middlesbrough, United Kingdom

Can’t thank ray and the staff for there hospitality looking after 28 lads the course was in great condition see you next year

2. Birr Equestrian Centre

Kingsborough House Fortal, Birr Ireland +353 87 244 5545 [email protected] http://www.birrequestrian.ie
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5.0 based on 36 reviews

Birr Equestrian Centre

Birr Equestrian Centre has been catering for riders and horse enthusiasts for over forty years under the direction of Noel Cosgrave and his team of dedicated instructors. The centre is open 7 days a week to cater for your every need and there are a range of services from entertainment to sales and breeding. Birr Equestrian Centre is A.I.R.E. and Board Failte approved and all instructors are certified by the British Horse Society. Located in the Midlands we offer riding lessons; cross country treks and tuition; hourly, half day and full day trekking in the Slieve Bloom Mountains; trekking holidays in conjunction with local accommodation providers; pony camps and much much more! Carriage Driving, Archery, Laser Shooting and Clay Pigeon Shooting are also available on site.

3. Giltraps Pub Kinnitty

Kinnitty Ireland +353 57 913 7076 [email protected] http://www.giltrapspub.com
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5.0 based on 27 reviews

Giltraps Pub Kinnitty

4. Birr Castle Gardens & Science Centre

Birr Castle Rosse Row, Birr R42 VO27 Ireland +353 57 912 0336 [email protected] https://birrcastle.com/gardens/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 824 reviews

Birr Castle Gardens & Science Centre

Prepare to be amazed by the extraordinary achievements of the Parsons family who have a global reputation for their ground-breaking inventions and feats in the fields of science, engineering, photography, astronomy and botany. For over 400 years, this remarkable family has resided at the romantic and inspirational setting of Birr Castle Demesne that is now home to the 7th Earl and Countess of Rosse. Set in the heritage town of Birr on 120 acres of parklands and gardens, this castle demesne boasts a rare collection of over 4000 trees and plants, wonderful wildlife, and peaceful walks along rivers, waterfalls and lake. Suited to nature lovers, gardening enthusiasts, scientists, historians, family groups and photographers.

Reviewed By 319darac

This gem of a castle and beautiful parkland surroundings is only 90 mins from Dublin and well worth the trip. Perfect for families of all ages and especially for children. The tree house and playground is idyllic as well as fun ( and yes I did go on the slide and yes I had a go on the swings) beautiful food in the coffee shop and a shout out to Conor for the warm welcome at reception.. Highly recommended

5. Charleville Castle

Tullamore Ireland +353 57 932 3040 http://charlevillecastle.ie
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4.5 based on 260 reviews

Charleville Castle

Charleville Castle, the Masterpiece of Francis Johnston, once derelict, vacant, closed-off and decaying, has been rescued from near ruin by volunteers of the Charleville Castle Community. Built originally as a dramatic Power Center in the Midlands - a most important Irish symbol of the Union with Great Britain 1801 - it is a project of the Peace Process - authenticate, intact and "of the people". The long avenue to the forecourt is now fully open - some areas require supervised access or guides [set donation] - Volunteers rotate on duty 24/7 - 365 days a year - sharing actively with the public. It is famous for its ghosts stories and unique architecture - it is not a state-funded project and depends entirely on volunteers and supporters - the local community and many thousands more openly express love and support for the Castle. Come visit - we hope you will get a real feeling of what it is to keep a big Castle like this alive - hopefully your visit can be enhanced by a guided tour.

Reviewed By 446natem - Tullamore, Ireland

volunteer-run, donation-supported (no defined entry fee), personal feel to the tour. this is a different tour than you'll have at a more traditional/formal castle, as it's not as established and (thankfully) not run by a large entity. the tour guide was excellent, as was the access to the rooms, the relaxed pace of the tour, and the stories about the family.

6. Tullamore Dew

Bury Quay, Tullamore R35 Y5V0 Ireland +353 57 932 5015 [email protected] http://www.tullamoredew.com/en-gb/visit-us/
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4.5 based on 1,163 reviews

Tullamore Dew

Temporarily Closed Situated right in the heart of Ireland, there is an incredible experience that has been waiting for you since 1829. Join us at the newly renovated home of Tullamore D.E.W. Irish Whiskey and immerse yourself in the history and magic that lies inside the walls of this 19th century bonded warehouse, where our whiskey making tradition began.Located on the banks of the grand canal in Tullamore, the Visitor Centre has been beautifully restored to all its original glory. Once inside, you can enjoy a true Irish welcome and a guided tour which blends both audiovisual and traditional storytelling to help you see, smell, taste and understand the craft, time and passion dedicated to each glass of Tullamore D.E.W. Irish Whiskey.The Tullamore D.E.W. Visitor Centre is just over an hour from Dublin, located off the main Dublin to Galway motorway. You can also get to us by rail - we’re just a stone’s throw away from the Tullamore railway station. So call in today and join us in raising a glass of complimentary Tullamore D.E.W. Irish Whiskey. We will be here waiting to welcome you.

Reviewed By Dylan_j1985

We had an amazing tour of the distillery, our tour guide Jasmine was so friendly and informative i would highly recommend doing the tour if your in town, 5 stars????

7. Clonmacnoise

Shannonbridge Ireland +353 905 74195 http://www.heritageireland.ie/en/clonmacnoise
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4.5 based on 1,021 reviews

Clonmacnoise

Reviewed By kirish_12

We had a very atypical Irish vacation in that we had only a few hours of rain in two and a half weeks. We drove to Clonmacnoise hoping to beat the onset of the one rainy afternoon, and did--just. However, the atmosphere created by the gray-green filter that is Ireland was all the more appropriate for the spot. There is such a weight of history and momentous action that lingers there that people seem to fall silent as they move around the grounds, half hearing echoes from the past. Of all Irish places that I have visited over the years, I have only found this rivaled at the Rock of Cashel. You look out over the Shannon River (you could step in it if you exceeded the edge of the grounds) and have such a sense of the vulnerability of the place to raiders and vandals at the same time that your heart aches over the beauty of the scenery. When the rain finally came, we moved inside the visitors' center and saw the introductory movie, which was very helpful and was shown in several languages. Because of wear from weathering, three of the high crosses have been moved inside, each in a room of its own, each from a successive century, each with detailed and fascinating information about the progression of carving styles over time. No one rushes you, and we were not part of a huge crowd. Clonmacnoise is not so much a tourist attraction as it is a mood. Make every effort to go there.

8. Lough Boora Discovery Park

Lough Boora Boora Lea Beg Co Offaly, Tullamore Ireland +353 57 934 0010 http://www.loughboora.com/
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4.5 based on 234 reviews

Lough Boora Discovery Park

Lough Boora Discovery Park is made up of more than 2,000 hectares of cutaway boglands have been rehabilitated to provide a world class resource of scale which is open access for people to enjoy 365 days a year. It is a haven of flora and fauna for nature lovers, the Sculpture Park provides a platform for international artists to use the park as inspiration for their works of art while off-road cycling and walking tracks provide families with a safe recreational area to enjoy the tranquillity and vastness of the open space. The lakes provide local angling clubs with the perfect location for fishing. The park provides local employment and a venue for clubs and groups to host their events alongside visitor centre organised events such as family days.

Reviewed By debbiegU7006NH - Tullamore, Ireland

I love lough Boora it is the most beautiful place to go for a walk or have a bike ride there are many different routes around the area you can take with lots to see my kids love visiting the area

9. J.J. Hough's Singing Pub

Main Street, Banagher Ireland
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4.5 based on 45 reviews

J.J. Hough's Singing Pub

Reviewed By SureT - Dublin, Ireland

We were pleasantly surprised by this unexpected gem of a pub in this small town on the river shannon. Its quaint decor and dusty bric a brac make a welcoming and entertaining backdrop for the music and song that we are told go on nightly during the summer.they dont make em like this anymore.

10. Lloyd Town Park

Cormac St, Tullamore Ireland http://www.offaly.ie/eng/Services/Your_Councils/Tullamore_Town_Council/Amenities_Playgrounds/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 66 reviews

Lloyd Town Park

Reviewed By mary0dwyer - Dublin, Ireland

Wonderful park, centre of town. Exciting adventure activities for children of all ages. Fitness equipment for adults, skate park, fountains and river and a bowling green. Hidden gem.

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