What to do and see in County Roscommon, Western Ireland: The Best Things to do Good for Couples

October 20, 2021 Roseanne Arnett

Discover the best top things to do in County Roscommon, Ireland including Arigna Mining Experience, Rathcroghan Tours, Lough Key Boats, Rathcroghan Royal Site & Visitor Centre, Town and Country Interiors Athleague, Boyle Abbey, Lough Key Forest and Activity Park, Roscommon Castle, King House, Wolfhound Adventure Tours.
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1. Arigna Mining Experience

Arigna Derreenavoggy, Roscommon Ireland +353 71 964 6466 [email protected] http://www.arignaminingexperience.ie
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5.0 based on 874 reviews

Arigna Mining Experience

Reviewed By Meganmccarthy1705

Visited the mine on a recent breakaway in Carrick on Shannon. Such a worthwhile experience and would definitely recommend a visit. The staff are such lovely welcoming people and Maurice gave a fantastic tour of the mine providing lots of interesting information as well as first hand accounts of his own mining work. Amazing to see the conditions that people endured. The views from outside the experience are breathtaking but can be viewed from the fabulous coffee shop inside also. Really enjoyed ourselves!

2. Rathcroghan Tours

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Rathcroghan Tours

Guided tours of the ancient Celtic capital of Rathcroghan. An enigmatic landscape strewn with the burials of long forgotten Irish heroes and kings, home to queen Medb and the dwelling place of the Morrigan - goddess of battle. Rathcroghan has the highest density of earthworks in Europe. Rathcroghan Tours specialise in the mythology, spirituality and archaeology of this special pagan landscape. When you walk on Rathcroghan you are walking in the footsteps of the ancients. Please note that Rathcroghan Tours is a separate entity to the Rathcroghan Visitors Centre.

3. Lough Key Boats

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Lough Key Boats

Based in Lough Key Forest Park we are are a family owned and run business a offering boat hire and boat tours on the scenic lake of Lough Key. Enjoy the beauty, tranquillity and history of Lough Key, on board our 40-seater boat "The Trinity" a fully enclosed, centrally heated tour boat.We are Lough Key locals who can share interesting and quirky stories about Lough Key as well as taking you on a professionally guided tour of one of the greatest Lakes in Ireland. During the tour you will be entertained by legends, for instance "Una Bhan" and the legacy of Trinity, Church and Castle islands. Located at the harbour is a fleet of Rowing boats for hourly rental these boats can seat up to five persons and life jackets are supplied. Lough Key Boats is a seasonal business open during the summer season, which starts the last week June until the last week of August. We organize customised tours all year round with special booking in advance. We can also organize fishing boats all year round please contact us to book in advance.

4. Rathcroghan Royal Site & Visitor Centre

Cruachan Ai Heritage Centre, Tulsk Ireland +353 71 963 9268 [email protected] http://www.rathcroghan.ie
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Rathcroghan Royal Site & Visitor Centre

Rathcroghan, in County Roscommon, is the hidden heart of the West of Ireland. When you visit this area, just off the N5 Dublin to Westport road, you can experience the home of Celtic Warrior Queen Maeve, the Goddess Morrigan, the Cattle Raid of Cooley, and seat of Gaelic Royalty – this is the Land of Legends for over 5,000 years. Here you can walk in the footsteps of the ancestors, imagine yourself transported back through time to the age of warriors and heroes, and enjoy this fascinating slice of Irish Heritage. The Rathcroghan Complex, with over 200 ancient monuments, is the historical royal capital of Connacht, Ireland’s Western province. We have been nominated to World Heritage Status, and Rathcroghan Visitor Centre offers a BRAND NEW Rathcroghan and Medieval Tulsk exhibition (open April 2014) with fully insured guided tours tailored to suit you; whether your interest is History, Genealogy, Literature, Archaeology, Heritage, Spirituality, or Mythology. Rathcroghan Visitor Centre, in the Medieval village of Tulsk, provides professional guided tours with a qualified historian/archaeologist; plus self-guide information, maps and advice; family friendly activities, workshops and special events, and full café facilities. You can shop for unique hand crafted gifts, an unparalleled specialist book selection, and expert advice no matter what your interest in Irish Culture, History or Heritage.

Reviewed By carolgleeson

The exhibition is very good, with an impressive bookshop for history lovers, the cafe has very good coffee and cake and the best of all is the guided tour by Mike McCarthy. It is excellent! He weaves together myth, archaeology, history, folklore into a great story. Very interesting and entertaining. The guided tour is a must for anyone interested in the story of Maeve.

5. Town and Country Interiors Athleague

The Courtyard Main Street F42 F242, Athleague F42 F242 Ireland +353 90 666 3818 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/TownandCountryInteriors/
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Town and Country Interiors Athleague

We are the Ultimate Home and Gift Shopping Experience based in the heart of Athleague, Co. Roscommon.Ireland. Instagram @townandcountryinteriors Facebook - Town and Country Interiors

Reviewed By ODRISCOLLT

This shop was a fabulous find on our recent visit,we were hugely impressed with the wonderful selection in store.Thank you to staff member Aoife for being so pleasant and professional.We also highly recommend the adjoining cafe for some very tasty snacks and treats. What a lovely way to spend an afternoon!

6. Boyle Abbey

Boyle Ireland 353-79-62604, 353-79-62145 http://www.heritageireland.ie/en/west/boyleabbey
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Boyle Abbey

7. Lough Key Forest and Activity Park

Boyle F52 PY66 Ireland +353 71 967 3122 [email protected] http://loughkey.ie/activities/boda-borg
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Lough Key Forest and Activity Park

Fun for all ages!!Whatever you choose it is the perfect location to do as much or as little as you like!Boda Borg questing is a great way to spend a few fun filled hours with family or friends. After entering the weather-independent house only teamwork, ingenuity, trial and error will allow you to survive the challenges.The Lough Key Experience is an engaging audio tour, directing you through 19th century tunnels to the top of the Moylurg Tower and over the Tree Canopy Trail.The Adventure Play Kingdom is a purpose built outdoor children’s play area providing stimulating and entertaining activities and equipment suitable for a variety of ages and abilities.Enjoy the stunning views & homemade cooking from the Lough Key Café and outdoor deck or browsing for a memento in our Gift Shop.Thinking of spending a few days experiencing the delights that North Roscommon and the surrounding area have to offer? Why not book a pitch for your tent or caravan in the Lough Key Caravan and Camping Park, open from Easter to September.

Reviewed By 607rayn - County Dublin, Ireland

We arrived by boat at their large marina You can get there by road to the camping and caravanning site There is so much to do here, swimming in the lake, fishing, going on long or short walks, a tree top canopy walk, cycling, boat trips. Zip line, and so much more Plenty of picnic tables, and the staff are very friendly. So much fun for all ages

8. Roscommon Castle

Castle Ln, Castle Street, Roscommon Ireland +353 90 662 5613 http://visitroscommon.com/CultureandHeritage/HeritageGems/RoscommonCastle.aspx
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Roscommon Castle

Reviewed By Mojo2902 - Newent, United Kingdom

This was such a lovely picturesque castle to visit, a good board with history of the castle and plenty of areas to run around for young children. Also had the added benefit of a duck pond nearby and a park for all ages to play in :)

9. King House

Main Street 10 minutes walk from Boyle Harbour, Boyle Ireland +353 87 643 0326 [email protected] http://www.kinghouse.ie
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4.5 based on 111 reviews

King House

King House is a beautifully restored Georgian mansion situated in Boyle, Co. Roscommon. First built in 1730 as the seat of the King family, a powerful local landowning dynasty, the house later became a military barracks and recruiting depot for the famous Irish regiment of the British army, the Connaught Rangers. The house is now open to the public as a museum dedicated to bringing its history to life. The house is also an art gallery housing the Boyle Civic Art Collection, the third largest public collection in Ireland. We look forward to your visit!

Reviewed By JamesandNiamh - Drogheda, Ireland

Well worth a visit ! Packed full of history and interesting exhibits. Our tour guide was fantastic, full of enthusiasm and information. The new Mary McAleese exhibition alone is a reason to visit.

10. Wolfhound Adventure Tours

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Wolfhound Adventure Tours

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