Our family had the great pleasure of spending 6 days on the southwest Ireland tour with Dave, and I can honestly say he made the trip absolutely unforgettable. From the very beginning, it was clear that Dave is not just a guide, but a passionate adventurer with a wealth of knowledge about Ireland. He seamlessly wove together history, culture, agriculture, and even wildlife in a way that was both fascinating and fun. What really stood out was how he took us to places well off the beaten path — hidden gems, breathtaking views, and local treasures we never would have discovered on our own. Those experiences made the trip feel so much more personal and authentic. Beyond his knowledge, Dave was an absolute joy to be around. He was kind, thoughtful, and always made sure we were comfortable and on time without ever making us feel rushed. We had a group of 11 of all ages and he made accommodations so everyone’s needs were met. My 17 month old son adores Dave! He has a fantastic sense of humor, kept the atmosphere light and enjoyable, and even curated a perfect playlist that became the soundtrack of our trip. Our family felt so lucky to have had Dave as our guide — he truly elevated our Ireland adventure and turned it into a memory we’ll cherish forever. If you’re traveling to Ireland, I cannot recommend him highly enough! He is worth every single penny and then some!! You’re guaranteed to have some mighty craic!

Unforgettable Irish Adventure — Dave O'Connor is Magic! Our family just returned from an unforgettable trip with Wolfhound Adventure Tours, and we can’t say enough wonderful things about it! Dave O’Connor, our guide, was simply exceptional — funny, knowledgeable, kind-hearted, and absolutely hilarious. He even has the best American accent of any Irishman you’ll ever meet! Dave is truly a master of his craft. As someone who tends to be a bit of a nervous traveler on winding roads, I was so grateful for Dave’s expert driving and deep knowledge of the roads and countryside. He made me feel completely at ease, allowing me to fully relax and soak in the stunning landscapes around us. For our family of four, this trip was truly one for the record books — and Dave O’Connor and Wolfhound Adventure Tours played a huge role in making it so special. We would recommend this experience to anyone in a heartbeat!

Dave from Wolfhound turned our Ireland trip into magic — 100% recommended! Our recent trip to Ireland with my family of eleven — including two seniors with limited mobility and four kids aged 1½, 5, 11, and 13 — was nothing short of magical, and it was all thanks to Dave from Wolfhound. From the moment we met him, Dave was endlessly patient, kind, and genuinely invested in making sure every single person in our group had the trip of their dreams. Our interests were wildly different — from deep Catholic heritage to stone circles and pagan traditions, from fairies and folklore to exact dates and historical details. Dave asked us right at the start who we were and what we loved — and then somehow wove it all together into a seamless, joy-filled adventure where everyone felt seen and satisfied. Highlights of our time with Dave: • 🌿 Personalized Itinerary: From famous landmarks to hidden treasures far from the crowds, every stop felt chosen just for us. • 🏰 Immersive Storytelling: Dave invited us to imagine life 600, 800, even more than 2,000 years ago, walking in the footsteps of the ancient ones, inviting us to time travel into the past. • 🐑 Unique Access: We crossed sheep and cow pastures to reach breathtaking ruins — often with no one else in sight. • 🌞 Caring for All Ages: He balanced the needs of seniors and toddlers with the curiosity of teens and adults. • 💚 Heart & Soul of Ireland: Dave knew just where to stop and where to spend our money to positively impact the local families. The few days we spent without Dave at the start and end of our trip were fine, but the days we had with him? Unforgettable. Remarkable. Amazing. Dave’s breadth and depth of knowledge is astounding — but what sets him apart is his heart. Outside of being a phenomenal guide, he’s a genuinely good person: he cares deeply for the environment, is a devoted family man, and carries immense pride in his Irish heritage. 11 out of 10 — I’ve recommended Dave to all my family and friends who want to explore Ireland intimately, with humor, culture, and care. This was a personalized private tour, and I imagine a shared tour would feel different — but if you can, give yourself the gift of a trip with Dave. If you want an Ireland experience that’s rich, personal, and unforgettable — where you connect deeply with the land, the culture, and the stories — Dave is the one to take you there.

I typically don’t do surveys or reviews for products and services however, I wanted to make an exception and comment on a recent trip through Wolfhound Adventure Tours (6 Day West) that I took with my wife, daughter, son-in-law, and 4 great friends (as well as 7 new friends I met on the tour). I expect a tour guide to be knowledgeable, but Dave O’Connor took it to another level. Whether it be delivering a poem, or singing a soulful Irish song, Dave impressed us all with his expertise in Irish culture, folklore, history and wildlife while demonstrating a great sense of humor. He had us laughing throughout the entire trip. It’s obvious Dave puts his heart and soul into his work and is deeply devoted and passionate about Ireland, its history, wildlife, and its people. This isn’t a typical tour. It was a wonderful whirlwind of learning, hiking, pub hopping and sightseeing which allowed us to become immersed in the Irish culture. Dave surprised us by taking us to several off the beaten path hidden gems which enhanced our experience even more. Dave took time to get to know each person in the group. He Introduced us to many Irish songs and artists including Christy Moore which I now have on my playlist. Dave has a gift of playing just the right song during each part of the tour which helps you to connect to his stories. Some of my favorite stops were Cliffs of Moher, Aran Islands, the Burren, Conamara, and the town of Westport. If you really want to experience what Ireland is all about then I highly recommend this tour. You won’t be disappointed. Chieftain Mike

Just finished my 2nd Wolfhound Adventures tour. This time with a group of 12 friends. We booked the bus with Dave as our fearless leader. As expected, Dave did not disappoint. He’s fun, knowledgeable about Irish history, culture, politics and flora and fauna and full of great stories . It’s an active holiday with lovely accommodations . I highly recommend Dave and Wolfhound Adventure Tours for your next trip to Ireland.

Best of The Best here Dave O’Connor – Wolfhound Tours, Dublin Dave is hands down the best tour director we’ve ever had! He’s a master storyteller with incredible knowledge of Irish history, culture, and folklore. On our trip, he managed to keep a one-year-old and a 73-year-old equally happy — adjusting the itinerary, entertaining, and making sure everyone had an amazing time. Driver, guide, babysitter… Dave did it all with humor and heart. If you get the chance to tour Ireland with Dave, take it!

We went on a Southwest Adventure tour in late May 2024 and it was fabulous! Everything we wished for, and more. Small, friendly, fun, interesting...I could go on. Dave shared his amazing knowledge of nature, culture, folklore, and music in such a delightful way. Just trust me and book a trip with Dave if you want to see Ireland in a beautiful, outdoorsy way without the tourist crowds. I highly recommend, and am definitely hoping to travel on another Wolfhound Adventure tour again someday!

Beautiful place, but unfortunately Google maps directed us from the village of Clonaslee via narrow forestry roads for about 10 km which is a long and winding rough road takes you about 30 minutes to reach a locked gate with the correct parking area /road on other side where you can see the correct route.... but you have to go all the way down the wrong route again. Not a pleasant experience and the worst Google maps experience ever !!!!

I must have hiked this in the wrong direction as I could only follow the signs for so long until I just ended up wandering aimlessly through a field!! I found a road on Google maps and just headed for that in the end up. Had a great time, saw some tiny waterfalls and a few deer.

I parked at the Glenbarrow car park and did the blue route. A moderate walking route. Lovely waterfall on the route.

Brilliant few days camping and raving in the woods

What a view from the top. A great drive, but not for the faint hearted. 1450 feet above sea level the views are truly breathtaking

Omg what an amazing place I will.be going back here alot truly beautiful

Brilliant location for photography however the weather changes very swiftly and I was unfortunately rained off.

One of the most haunted castles in Europe with a dark history. It was nice to be able to walk through and see how the owner Sean has kept it over the last 20+ years. A must see!

This is a drive up castle to get out and take pictures. I do not belive you can go inside the castle. Someone does live there. It is a nice castle.

If your in to true history of castles, this may be a small one but the old guy who owns it lives there! He tells a good history story, hands you a flashlight and allows you to go up the narrow dark stairs to check it out. Must see. €6 to walk through but ring the doorbell first. A lot of artifacts to check out. Not for kids or people with small space anxiety.

A beautiful and authentic Irish castle full of history. Sean, the owner, bought the castle a few years ago and knows everything about its past. He welcomes visitors warmly and encourages you to explore every corner. The €6 entry fee helps with restoration, which is a great cause. Visiting feels personal and real, not commercial. A perfect stop if you want to experience traditional Ireland and support local heritage.

Amazing castle ruin being refurbished by a true Irishman. The host was full of great historical information and even played the whistle for us. One of the best stops on our trip! Make sure you bring cash for the $6 suggested donation.

5 stars expérience. Sean was a great host and sharing is knowledge about the castle history was really interesting to listen to to. Visiting the castle was also impressive since he as done all the restoration by himself. Just make sure you knock at the door of the castle on arrival since the ring bell ain’t working.

My grandaughter wanted to experience 'the most haunted castle in Ireland' . It's in a beautiful location & has an interesting story, as well as some lovely antiques in a partially restored castle

What a nice historic spot to happen upon! We saw the top of the castle from a few blocks away and decided to find it. When we arrived, we found the castle open and the tours were free! Nice perk!

Great stop for a good view over Nenagh, lovely park with benches for a nice spot to sit and have a coffee if the weather is good. There is beautiful gardens off to the side too. When the castle is open , it is an insightful visit that can teach you loads about the towns history. The view from the roof is great. Stairs are narrow and steep, just take them slow. The restoration work is great

Well-maintained castle with free entry. We spent approximately 90 minutes there and enjoyed the adventurous climb up the 101 steps. There are spectacular views of the town from the top. Highly recommended!!

A great place to visit to stretch your legs while passing by the city. There is a few fly of stairs that lead you to the top. There is a guided tour upon request and all is for free. Caution, very narrow fly of stairs just in case you are claustrophobic. Top has an amazing view of th city.

Fantastic ancient castle within easy walking distance of town centre. Lovely gardens surrounding area where you can sit down and have a bite to eat or a chat to pass the time. Castle is over 4 floors with the final to the open air affording excellent views of Nenagh and surrounding countryside. Free entry. Information signs and leaflets very beneficial. Parking nearby.

You can’t beat free!!! If you’re anywhere near the area, even just as a quick stop on your way to somewhere else, this is a neat place to stop. Plus, I had it all to myself!

I'd love to come another time to climb up there when it's open. It's huge, clean and historical.

Great collection of domestic artefacts, friendly staff. Do ask for the Nenagh treasure hunt map here, it ends up at the Castle, lovely way to explore the town. All free, child friendly, public toilets during opening hours.

What a great place to visit..the lady in charge of the museum, was so chatting and informative. We then visited the gaol and had a personal tour again so much to hear and learn thank you Gerry

Awesome place to see some of the history of Nenagh, highly recommend the tour of the gatehouse where you can see the prison cells and former gallows.

Super interesting, great people working there. Perfect guide, I‘d come back again.

Limited displays but interesting to people with parents or grands who tell stories about the old days. One hour at most.

Great little museum, located in the central, polygonal building of the former north tipperary prison complex. The admittance is free and the charming staff is happy to guide you through the buildings. Make sure not to miss the stories while visiting the prison cells where those who were sentenced to death spent their last days.

Stumbled upon this fantastic little museum formerly the Governor's house attached to the former prison complex in Nenagh. Free admission & would have happily paid for a visit here. Gerry, tour guide who greeted us was very welcoming & provided us a rich & compelling history of incrimination of the inmates & prison conditions along with an actual visit to the prison cells which left you with a real sense of local life experience & hardships of those times. The additional stories of certain prisoners who were wrongly convicted were also compelling. Gerry made the whole experience so worth while with his natural gift of story telling & great sense of humour. We would highly recommend a visit here.

A unique distillery tour that starts with a good basic explanation of the process in a very comfortable setting. You get to walk the production floor and get to get up close the stills and tanks. Was glad to see that they take drinking and driving seriously and provided take a way bottles for the driver so they can do the dew once they get home. The smells of the bonded warehouse were amazing and we unexpectedly got to walk the dog. Shout out to Maeve thank you for the great tour. A must if your touring distillery’s in Ireland.

Our tour guide was absolutely awesome and made the experience so enjoyable to learn about the history. The tastings and overall grounds were well worth it. Although there isn’t much to do in the town, this is a favorite whiskey of mine and would love to return. Getting to make your own blend was super cool!

The Tullamore D.E.W. whiskey distillery tour was one of the best things we did while in Ireland. Starting with a warm drink with Mr. Frankie O’Callahan, the bartender , continuing with our tour guide John , and our bus driver , Jim we had the best afternoon. What started as a 2 hour tour ended up being an all afternoon adventure. Everyone was friendly, knowledgeable, and understood whiskey. From beginning to end a thoroughly enjoyable experience!

We did the first tour of the day so it was nice that it started with a delicious Irish coffee. Our tour guide was a very friendly and engaging young lady who walked us through the process followed by a little tram ride to the warehouse and finished with a tasting of some whiskey. Would highly recommend a stop here

We had a wonderful experience on the distillery tour! Maeve and Jim were fantastic guides — they shared the rich history of Tullamore Whiskey and walked us through every step of the making process with great enthusiasm. They answered all our questions and made the entire visit truly memorable. Highly recommend taking this tour!

It is my second time doing this tour. It is very informative and cool experince. Drinking a sall sample from barrel in the warehouse is a great experince. Brendan was our guide and we had such a great time.

We had such a good time on our tour with Emma as our tour guide and Jim as our mini-tour bus driver! Our favorite tour so far - it's a bit on the pricier side at 45 euro, but it felt worth it for the experience. We got to start off the tour with an Irish coffee and overview of the whisky making process and the history of Tullamore D.E.W. Emma did a great job of keeping it fun/informative while keeping it moving and answering questions along the way. We then got to walk the still house floor, which was super cool! It was a maintenance day when we went, but it was interesting to see where and how the whisky gets distilled. Next, the snug was probably my favorite experience. The snug was hidden behind a wall of whisky barrels in the warehouse, and the "dog" that Emma used to draw whisky out of one of the barrels for a cask tasting was a cool touch. You can't take pictures in here for safety reasons (the alcohol in the air is definitely strong!), but it was definitely a cool space. Finally, the tasting of the original, rum cask, and the 12 year was great, too. The decor and the vibe in the tasting room feels almost like you're in a cozy lab. There were droppers with water to try the whisky with, after trying them neat. For those driving, they also had little bottles and funnels to pour part of the tasters into, so they could still finish enjoying the experience later. As we returned to the gift shop, we got a little demo of how the "Be the Blender" blend-your-own bottle works. Overall, I definitely recommend this tour. The people working here are super sweet and seem to enjoy what they do. Emma at the counter (a different Emma than the one who guided us on our tour) was kind enough to give us some great food recommendations in town as well.

This is a beautiful rich piece of history and an active paranormal hot spot. It's also a very famous movie location. I highly recommend visiting and bringing chocolate buttons for Harriet!!

I had this place on my wishlist for some time. I could just have a look at the castle from the outside. Nevertheless it was stunning. I will for sure come back for the tour and hope to see some more restauration progress until then. Please don't miss the tree at the entrace from the main road. That one is a special of its own.

It’s my favorite place in Ireland! I volunteered there years ago. I brought my family back for a visit and can’t wait to go back. I highly recommend going for a tour. I hope you fall in love with it like I did. You could even inquire about volunteer opportunities too!

Had the most amazing time here today on 31.8.2025 with Bonnie and her lovely assistant Princess. Thank you for such a lovely tour of the castle, what a genuinely interesting and fun experience! ❤

Just an amazing location and guided tour led by the wonderful Bonnie ably assisted by Princess the cat and the odd ghost or two that fills you with joy and wonder and brings every corner of this great edifice to life . Thank you so much 🙏

The castle, the guide, the stories, the atmosphere and last but not least Princess the castle cat were definitely one of the highlights of our trip and worth almost every detour! Thanks for a great, funny and spooky tour and all the best for your renovation plans.

The guided tour was excellent, really enjoyed hearing about the history of the castle and seeing the beautiful ceilings, doors and interiors and the secret passage. Would recommend this tour to everyone. The exterior of the castle is very impressive and the ancient oak tree and yew trees were also lovely.

I was at a dance recital that my granddaughter was in It's a beautiful theatre with tiered seating. Very comfortable and there are refreshments available before and during the interval of shows

Really lovely venue for shows. The staff are always really friendly and welcoming for any of the shows I've been to.

A little gem in the heart of Ireland. This building has history for you to explore. The staff are lovely and the volunteers too. Go see a show!!

Fabulous theatre space and very friendly staff!

Great night at the Fury's. A very intimate place. Great atmosphere. Great hosts. Look forward to going again.

Great venue with a good selection of gigs.

I saw Onoir who were just brilliant! The venue is great and I have been to several plays, concerts, shows there. Its small intimate and deeply embedded in the community. It runs a full programme of events throughout the year and is easily accessible. Programme/Tickets online and ticket scanning on arrival make the process simple and easy.

A "must see" if you're in Birr. Over 120 acres of buildings, walks, lakes and woods to explore. Entry fee is €12 pp and well worth it if you have a few hours to spare. Science Hall is a highlight as it features historical instruments on display. A really great attraction. Parking nearby.

Love Birr Castle, part of our heritage. It's beautiful gardens and walkways offer peace and serenity along with amazing colours. Fabulous places to sit and meditate and enjoy life and it's surroundings ar it's Best.

Stopped off in Birr today and was not disappointed. A beautiful and historic place. A gardens are wonderful and the telescope, playground and castle itself are impressive. Hard to believe that from 1845-1914 this remained the largest telescope in the world! We didn’t get to sample the cafe but it looked good and the staff on reception were lovely - oh and for August children go free!!

Loved this castle experiences. My dad and I did the castle tour. Highly recommend it! It is awesome and the family still lives in the castle. They were amazing and super friendly!

Its amazing, loads to see and do. Just did a tour of the house, wow. The science centre is a must see and the gardens and history are amazing. The Patterson family have done such an amazing job keeping the place open for visitors. The cafe has beautiful buns and food and all the staff are gorgeous

Incredible landscape beauty, a lovely park, and the grandeur of the castle. You can walk for hours and even have a picnic surrounded by nature.

Very beautiful and big park for relaxation and walking. This is one of those places you should visit in Ireland. Also, this castle and areas are good for photo sessions.

5 stars is not enough! We visited the distillery on Easter Sunday, guided tour included us plus 4 other people and amazing Darragh (apologies if I misspelled the name!). We got a tasting glass as a souvenir and the tour started with a drink with ginger ale and Kilbeggan Black. For drivers - ginger ale, made with Irish apples - very tasty 😍 Darragh gave us a great tour, explaining the history, the process and being involved and very attentive to our questions! We have never been to such a historic distillery and Kilbeggan was a great choice! If you’re looking for unique experience, taste nice whiskies, learn about the distillery and its history - this is the best place in Ireland! Small, boutique place making whiskies for the local consumption ❤️ Highly recommended for whiskey lovers!

Great place for whiskey lovers and not only. 1 of the oldest Distillery in Ireland with spirit from the past century. Nice gift shop and surrounding plus whiskey tour with tastings.

Really enjoyed the tour and tasting done at Ireland’s oldest distillery…. Would happily recommend to others

Friendly staff and interesting place to visit. We felt the tour was quite rushed and the tasting was disappointing (only one type of whiskey to taste test), although we visited in a large group towards the end of the day so this may have played a part. The bar was lovely after and we picked up a few trinkets from the gift shop. Worth a visit if you’re in the area.

Interesting tour in an historic whiskey distillery. Nice tasting. Our tour lasted about an hour. Perfect amount of time.

Splendid tour. We had a great explanation and tour of the old distillery that was initially used, as well as the one used for small batches nowdays. The guide had excellent knowledge on the topic. (Added photo but don’t want to give spoilers)

Its a fantastic building and although I never ventured inside the outside had more than enough to catch my interest. The water being released makes for some lovely photos from across the river. It really is lovely on a sunny day. Well worth a visit even to admire from a far, enjoy

So much love, time and work is put on this place. Is very saf to se signatures of some idiots on the walls inside. But is worth this. I encourage you to buy a heritage card for all monuments that are under the care of the OPW

Interesting place, with a varied fascinating history. So much hard work has gone into bringing it back to its current condition. The gardens were beautiful and also the Abbey ruins on site too. Lovely cafe on site too. Loved the cheeky ducks who clearly know this is the place for some free food from the visitors and drinking from the dogs bowl tickled us!

The grounds and garden are beautiful. I look forward to see how the site evolves as the restorations and archeological investigations continue. I loved the addition of the tea room and art exhibit. And the gardens were absolutely fabulous. Could have spent another hour in them easily.

Such beautiful gardens and amazing history behind it. What a great place. The restaurant was stunning, and the food looked amazing. Would suggest the Chai Latte. Was perfect. The walking and riding routes are well maintained, and the staff are fantastic. Thank you so much for the hospitality.

It is a beautiful and quiet place where you can see horses and other hoofed animals. Good for walks and wedding photography. This place is definitely worth adding to the list of places to visit in Ireland. Not far from the castle, you can see a lake or another interesting areas.

Nice place to relax with the family. We had a great time. At the same time, it may need some maintenance specifically the kitchen garden and inside the castle.

Really helpful OPW staff will explain the history of this beautifully situated castle. Cafe on site serves great, cakes. salads, lunches and its own lemonade.

The tour was really interesting an it's absolutely worth going here. A really exciting story about the passt that one should know about Ireland. Our guide Mark was a great storyteller and told us many exciting but also tragic stories of the people who worked in this workhouse. The place and the tour are highly recommended. Thank you Mark.

This is a place for learning of the past to better the future. Top man In charge of the tour. His exhaustive knowledge and an obvious deep understanding of the workhouse and its place in world history made me feel compassion for the former workers who lived, died and were interned right here. Very powerful stuff! Then as a beautiful bonus to your visit a rural museum with lots of interesting items and documents from the local area. 5 star gem of history that should continue to be preserved and most importantly respected as it is now by locals and visitors alike.

A little out of the way but very interesting to see. You can see why so many Irish emigrated when the options were either starvation or living in a poor house.

We decided last minute to book a tour at the Irish Workhouse Centre. It was great insight into the workings of the workhouses including the many sad & difficult stories of those people in the workhouses, all part of our Irish history. Fiona gave us a great guided tour. Would highly recommend the tour.

A fantastic day out – – particularly for those of us who have an interest in Irish heritage and history. The restoration work and effort put in by the people behind this destination is unbelievably good. And our tour guide- Padraic- made the day extra special. Take a bow 🙏 I can’t understand why this special place isn’t given more national publicity.

We wanted to take in everything Portumna had to offer the day we were there, and you would be missing out if you passed this stop by. The tour guide was very knowledgeable, the site is well preserved, given the age of the place and how their funding is created. I hope in future it comes under the national trust umbrella so the restoration and tours can be more realized. Very much worth the stop!

Among the castles and natural beauty of Ireland, this is truly an alternative hidden gem that is worth going out of your way to check out. Our visit to the Irish Workhouse Centre made a deep impression on us that lasted well beyond the end of our vacation to Ireland. It offers a unique and authentic side of Irish history that a conventional museum cannot convey. I highly recommend making this a stop if you are in the midlands or are traveling between Dublin and the west coast. Be sure to check the website for tour times, as a guided tour is obligatory.

Portumna Forest Park is a peaceful 600-hectare woodland on the shores of Lough Derg, ideal for walking, cycling, and wildlife spotting. With marked trails, lake views, and family-friendly amenities, it’s a great spot for a relaxed day out. Highlights include scenic forest paths, orienteering routes, and the chance to spot white-tailed sea eagles. The toilet facilities are very basic with room to improve greatly. Portumna Castle and marina are nearby.

A real hidden gem! It is an absolutely beautiful forest filled with a varying amount of trees. It is not just one of these tree farms that Coilte label as a 'forest". The area is buzzing with wildlife from small birds to dear. The walking trails are in great condition and looked after and there was very little visibile rubbish while I was there. I'd definitely recommend visiting if you like the outdoors or are just looking for a place to take a long stroll.

Really gorgeous place for a walk with lovely clear paths. Unfortunately, the bird hide at the edge of the lough is not in use as it has been toppled over by a tree.

Lovely forest with safe trails and delicious blackberries! Nice marina with loads of ducks to entertain the kids.

Beautiful park, loads of walking trails. Nice parking area with bathrooms and map of all the hikes. Scenery is beautiful on every walk. Also spotted a rare bird here which was cool.

Beautiful walks to suit all distances and an abundance of wildlife. The birdsong was amazing.

I love Portumna Forest Park. There is so much to do here. Some many trails. Bird watching. Right on the shores of Lough Derg. A very nice place for a family day out, there is so much to explore. The grounds are kept extremely well and the scenery is beautiful.

Myself and my husband did the guided tour on Saturday 25th October. It was outstanding. The tour guide was amazing. She was so knowledgeable and conveyed the information in a very interesting way. We were totally engaged for the entire tour. We would highly recommend it!

Absolutely amazing site and tour. Our guid was fantastic with her knowledge, storytelling and the pace she went. The energy of the place was so therapeutic. The gift shop was excellent too. Would definitely recommend to everyone.

We did a sunset tour with our guide Sean, and I can honestly say it was magical. We learned so much history and folklore, Sean had a brilliant mind with so many tales woven in, I could have listened to him for hours. It is a truly special place, and watching the sunset from the top of the summit was something I’ll never forget. We topped it off with a fire pit and watched the moon rise and the stars twinkle. It was genuinely breathtaking.

I had an inspiring private tour of Uisneach today. It was so special and sacred to me. Sarah is a very knowledgeable guide and all around wonderful person. I wish this ancient site was known to more visitors to Ireland as it is the heart and soul of the country. Scores of historical events have taken place at this site. The land is truly beautiful to behold. I will have to return for the Beltaine fire festival in the future to see the hill lit up and partake in the celebrations. Also, thank you to Graham for handling the booking of my tour, and the wild flowers on display. Eriú 💚💚💚

A beautiful day on the Hill of Uisneach for the Manchan ashes ceremony. Beautiful day spent sharing stories and the life of Manchan Magan surrounded by beautiful nature and people.. highly recommend the hill of Uisneach for healing

We booked our tour to be sure. Plenty of parking and easy to find. Our guide was Dian? Her son was helping with the gates and pictures. Great knowledge of the area and helping to create a visual of what was on the land so long ago, woven with the tales of myth or reality? Tour lasted 2 hours 20 mins. Be.prepared with the correct clothing as we had rain, wind (got very chilly) then the sun came out and it was hot! Had a coffee before we headed off. Great time and I had been wanting to visit the site for years.

Helen took us on a tour of ‘Ush Na’ she taught us how to say Hill of Uisneach correctly. It was a later tour, 6-8 pm of a Friday night. We loved it! Helen made the tour informative, interactive, and absolutely joy! Her love and passion for this sacred place was contagious. It’s the best tour of any sacred site we have ever had - better than Egypt. Thank you Helen and Ush Na!

This is a beautiful place to visit. The grounds are peaceful and well-maintained, with plenty of historic ruins to explore. The museum was also really interesting, giving great context to the site’s history. Definitely worth a stop if you’re in the area.

This place is gorgeous! The history movie before you enter was a wonderful picture of what’s going on. the grounds are small and should only take you 30minutes. On a sunny day the Greene as gorgeous

Clonmacnoise was founded in 544 AD by St. Ciarán who chose this site for its strategic location where the River Shannon meets ancient east–west land routes. From these humble beginnings, it flourished into a major center of religion, learning, craftsmanship, and trade, attracting scholars, pilgrims, and kings from across Ireland and beyond. At its height between the 7th and 12th centuries, Clonmacnoise was home to a thriving monastic community. Here, monks produced illuminated manuscripts, crafted exquisite metalwork, and carved some of Ireland’s finest high crosses. The Cross of the Scriptures, a masterpiece of early medieval stone carving, stands as a testament to the skill and faith of its creators. The site also features two round towers, several churches spanning centuries, and over 700 carved grave slabs—each telling part of Clonmacnoise’s story.

Passionate and lovely people! We arrived a little after the tour started, but the tour guy immediately welcomed us and made a little résumé of what we missed!!! He was very passionate and nice, answered some questions along the way too! We did arrive in the morning, so there weren't a lot of people around, which was perfect to explore the grounds in peace.

Well-preserved structure of a monastic city The story of the place is fascinating and very interesting You can start with a film (It lasts about 25 minutes) with an explanation of the structure and the ruins (from the beginning to the modern time) Then you can visit the exhibition: the original high crosses are in here Now you're ready to see the monastic site. Nun's church is about 500 meters from the modern graveyard. There are not indication to reach it. So you can find the whispering arch at the entrance

This was a stop on our Ireland tour. I am so glad it was! Aiden was an entertaining, energetic, knowledgeable tour guide. He truly brought the place to life. The grounds and surrounding area are stunning and the story is wonderful as it is old. I 100% recommend you go and try to get onto Aiden's tour!

Loved visiting this hidden gem. Great informative guided tour provided (20 min), then youre free to wander the historic site, and take a look at their museum which includes a short film.

Great central location. The views from the castle of the city is nice. The price is a few euros and worthy of the material on display. For children it is good as there is alot to see. Well worth a look

With the staff being well informed about both Irish and Scottish history, proved the information centre to be really informative. As a traveler, it’s always good to find recommendations of local places that Google may not tell you about. This tourism centre was easy to find and it’s part of the Adamson Castle. You are greeted warmly by friendly staff and they’ll ask you a little bit about why you’re visiting, they can give you the right information as long as you ask. If you didn’t know, they also have self-guided tours inside the Athlone Tourist Information Centre, if you’re trying to waste a little extra time for your flight, also assuming you’re interested in seeing the remains of the Adamson Castle that was built in the 12th century.

This was nothing like we expected. The castle looked cool from the outside but it was essentially made into a modern “museum”, it was not a castle tour. Of our 10 days in Ireland so far, this is the first thing we did that we felt was a waste of time and money.

Very interesting place, small museum, I set 4 stars, just because of several rooms and attentions have been closed, and also in was not for free as others do in during pandemic, overall I really recommend to visit, it can be also not better then Bunratty castle, but anyway good enough

Went today, very beautiful, definitely recommend this and it’s history. Very great view as well

It looked good from the outside then it was dearer than Kilkenny castle so I didn't go in I don't know how you can price something in Athlone higher than Kilkenny

Nice castle and tourist information. You will have to pay to get in.

Brilliant day out for families/groups with kids up to probably 12 years of age. Lots to do, we easily spent three hours there today until closing time. Tickets and gift shop were good value. Loads of space to run around and a fantastic playground with an obstacle course (two sides for racing against each other). If it's raining heavily there is also plenty of covered areas including a big sand pit with lots of toys. The staff were very helpful. The 1950's Traditional Irish cottage is gorgeous. We'll be back! 🙂

It is a beautifully maintained place with a wide variety of animals. Visitors have the opportunity to feed and pet them in a clean and well-organised environment. I truly enjoyed the experience and would highly recommend it.

Very nice farm but much smaller than we thought. Most animals nice. Happy to see babies of different species. I just wish staff didn't let a ton of small children pick up multiple animals, seemed very dangerous. I also didn't like that we bought 5 tickets but only received 3 bags of animal food.

We had a great day at Glendeer. The animals are so well cared for. Very friendly staff. We had a nice picnic, a great day out.

This place is just amazing I was not expecting to be so good . My son was very happy with the visit loads of activities for kids !

Very safe spot for kids to explore with a nice variety of animals to see and feed plus a great play area including sand pit for kids of all ages to enjoy!

Well worth the visit and for only €10 each that's value for money...we stopped in on our trip back from Galway...staff are lovely, friendly and very welcoming

Top class. Hospitality & hosts couldn't have been better. Wish you continued success and hope the penny farthing investment pays off

Absolute hidden gem. It's unbelievable the amount of things to see and delight in. A trip to the past, but one that doesn't need a Delorean. Cannot recommend this enough for fans of Irish history and Folk history. They don't take card to buy tickets, so bring cash or book online (can do it when you get there)

This is one of Ireland best kept secret if you like looking into history this is the place for you also if you collect we turn up and charlie was amazing he had been making this collection for 50 years his knowledge was excellent the things he told us .when we was there the local school children turn up as there teacher was retiring there were so friendly and welcoming made us feel so good this is one of my favourite stop off if your ever in Ireland go

I would highly recommend a visit to this very special museum. The amount of exhibits and the memories they brought back were worth three times the entry fee. Charlie was our very informed and very interesting host with lots of stories to tell about the items on display. Myself and my friends thoroughly enjoyed our trip to Derryglad

This is a real gem of a place and an absolute delight. Thoroughly enjoyed my visit. I was part of a group who 'oohed' and 'awed' and reminisced and loved their nostalgic trip down memory lane. Highly recommend for those who remember first hand the delights on view to those who are too young but will love the their families reactions to a trip into yesteryear.

We called Charlie and Bridie if we could come and see their museum. They opened the doors for us even though we came along when it was not officially open. The two of them are so lovely and explain to you everything you wanna know about the wonderful objects which have been collected over the years. I felt like I was on a journey back in time. I like nostalgia so I love places where you can dream away in phantasies about how evereything must have been in former times. We liked the fact that it was such a rural area and a lot of stuff which has been typical for rural areas. I really recommend to see that place and meet that lovely couple. Plan at least on hour for your stay. There is so much to see and you can sense how much love they have given into the collecting and the arrangements of the objects....

Lovely museum. You can immediately tell that a lot of love and attention has gone into setting up and maintaining the museum. Beautifully kept and well worth a visit.

Wonderful little museum with very friendly and knowledgeable staff. The information provided by both staff and video is excellent. The trackway is very well displayed and the boardwalk outside across the bog is lovely. Will definitely be back. The museum is free to visit.

Very informative, our guide had lots of information to share. The film before the tour was a great look back into the dig. No tickets required.

Absolutely a Gem! An amazing artefact that deserves protection at all costs. The staff are incredible—dedicated and doing their utmost to preserve the Trackway. The guide was both passionate and highly knowledgeable, making the experience even more memorable. Unfortunately, the site is severely underfunded, and as a result, the Trackway is beginning to dry out. If no action is taken, it may eventually deteriorate beyond repair. I believe it might be necessary to undergo the full preservation process again, possibly in Portsmouth, given their expertise with the Mary Rose—which still looks fantastic. Ideally, the Trackway should be housed under glass to create a more controlled environment. It’s disheartening that, because the site is off the main tourist trail, the OPW seems to show little interest. There’s barely any advertising, and even less effort toward proper preservation—despite the fact that doing so would likely cost less than Dublin’s infamous “bike shed.” Shame.

We went as part of Heritage week for a slug and snail activity. We then went to see the trackway. We had an expert guide that made it so accessible and interesting for children! Thank you.

The museum was very interesting and completely free. The staff were kind and welcoming. A great experience

A hidden gem, after watching Oíche Shamhna: An Ancient Mystery on Sunday in which the Corlea Trackway visitor centre was featured we knew a visit was needed to see this wonderful facility, The staff were all very friendly and welcoming with our guide Noel who was very knowledgeable and passionate, and funny explaining the history in a very understandable way Thank you. After the film show and seeing the Trackway we went for a walk around a very atmospheric bog. I would highly recommend a visit at any age.

A hidden gem and definitely worth the visit. The staff is extremely knowledgeable and friendly. It was amazing hearing through their enthusiasm about the conservation project and the different theories on why the trackway was built 148 BC. Stunning to be witness of such amazing craftsmanship. And then a lovely walk in the wetlands and learning about the restoration of the bogs.

The Mall Walking Trail in Longford County, Ireland, is a delightful path ideal for walkers of all ages. Nestled along the banks of the River Camlin, the trail offers a scenic and peaceful environment. Lush greenery, well-maintained paths, and charming footbridges make it perfect for leisurely strolls or a bit of exercise. The trail is accessible and family-friendly, with benches and picnic spots along the way. Local wildlife and the gentle flow of the river add to the tranquil atmosphere. Whether you're a local or a visitor, the Mall Walking Trail provides a refreshing escape into nature.

The Mall Walking Trail in Longford, Ireland, is a scenic path along the River Camlin, perfect for all ages. With lush greenery, well-kept paths, and charming footbridges, it’s great for a relaxing walk or exercise. Benches and picnic spots make it family-friendly, while local wildlife and the peaceful river add to its charm. A perfect nature escape for locals and visitors alike.

Very nice walk, well lit. If pushed, I'd gripe the users (adults) that play soccer tend to be horrible and park on paths between the carpark (sic) and the courts, and regularly get stuck on the grass, chewing it up and ruining it. (Yes there are photos and videos online) but you cant speak to them about it, as they gang up and get very intimidating and vocal.

We do Park Run here every Saturday, it's wonderful

Beautiful park in Longford! Clean cosy, lots old trees, little lakes and river. There are a lot of different birds, they sing and these songs are like in paradise! There are many benches and it is a great idea to put a lot of wooden benches in the park, they are conducive to a pleasant rest and relaxation in nature. One of the best park in Ireland!☘️

Absolutely beautiful park fir a short stroll around and the kids loved it especially the playground. Definitely worth a visit

Beautifully maintained park and walk Completely accessible for all Two great playgrounds

There are 2 parts of this museum. One is Famine museum and the other is the McMahon house. We did guided tour of the house, which was super interesting and fun. Our guide was excellent with humour and full of information. The museum consists of what McMahon contributed to farmers’ emigration to Canada during the famine. It is horrible to learn what they did to these poor people, walked all the way from Stroketown to Dublin then put on the ship that was used for livestock transport. Not only losing their life but lived in the worst condition ever, and eventually dead from disease or hunger… not achieved better life that they hoped for… Then, when the sole heir of McMahon sold the mansion to the local businessman, he realised how important this estate and the records that they kept is to Irish history, and turned into the museum. The mansion was well kept and shows the wealth that they lived, although it declined eventually. Learning these whole contradictory lives.. was just fascinating. Definitely worth to visit.

The National Famine Museum near Longford is a powerful place to visit. It’s not a flashy, high-tech attraction; it’s a serious, thoughtful deep-dive into the darkest chapter of Irish history. The museum sits on the Strokestown Park estate, where original famine-era documents were discovered, and that gives the experience a real sense of authenticity. Walking through the rooms, you move between personal stories of tenants, eviction accounts, letters, and records that show exactly how the famine unfolded for ordinary families. It’s heavy, emotional material, but presented in a way that’s respectful rather than sensational. Most of the museum is text-based, so you’ll be reading a lot. That can feel slow compared to modern interactive museums, but the content is strong enough to carry it. Some parts are dimly lit, which a few visitors find frustrating, but the atmosphere suits the subject. The audio guide helps bring everything together and adds context you’d miss otherwise. The best part is how it connects national history with individual human lives. You don’t just learn facts; you feel the impact. If you’re visiting Longford or nearby, it’s well worth the trip. You’ll leave quieter, more reflective, and with a deeper understanding of Ireland’s past.

The Famine Museum offers a good insight into history and is worth a visit. However, I found that the walled garden was not well maintained, which was disappointing. Entry is €14 per adult, which feels a bit steep given the experience, but okay overall.

Very enjoyable. Excellent food at restaurant Dog Friendly Walled Garden is excellent, has potential ( could benefit from an investment and some more full time gardeners), better than Kylomore Abbey. Guided tour of the house is good for those interested in Georgian architecture.

We took the guided tour at the National Famine Museum, and it was very well presented. The exhibits are informative and moving, offering a real insight into this important part of history. A deeply impactful and memorable visit — highly recommended.

I love bringing my clients to the National Famine museum in Strokestown. Great exhibits on the History of the Potatoe Famine in Ireland and stories about the people effected at this cruel time in our History. My clients enjoyed the visit but is a sad time in our history so you won't come out feeling full of cheer.

A great museum that makes primary sources the focus while keeping the room drawing interest. The gardens are a beautiful walk and the house tour is well worth it to better understand the history from a more personal point of view.

Very interesting tour with an excellent guide. He told us so many stories of ancient Ireland and made it so interesting. It would be great to see the site developed a bit more, show off the importance of the site in relation to the Táin Bó Cúailnge, Queen Medb etc.

This tour was an unexpected gem and the highlight of our holiday. Mike was a world of knowledge and wisdom, he delivered the information so well. Ancient Irish stories and mythology can be difficult to put together for the uninitiated but he did an amazing job guiding the group through the life of Queen Medb and that period in Irish history. Highly recommend

Friendly staff. Tour guide Mike was very knowledgeable and accommodating. We travelled a long way to go on the tour and it was well worth it.

Fantastic tour, highly recommend it. Our tour guide Mike blended Irish mythology, folklore, history and archaeology into an exciting experience. Loved every minute of the tour and the exhibition afterwards back in the centre

Two of us had a great tour of the Rathcroghan area, one of the most important centres in ancient and early medieval Ireland. Elaine, our guide, explained the landscape and history, striking just the right balance of archaeology and mythology. Highly recommended. The cafe ais also a great place to take a break before or after the tour.

I booked the guided tour. Mike, our guide, was friendly and full of information. After driving around to the sights we spent some time in the center watching the video and reading the displays. Finally a nice lunch in the café. Dress appropriately for the weather.

We had a great experience at Rathcroghan. The staff were lovely, from the cafe to the tour. We came for the Samhain tour & my little girl loved it. Our tour guide was full of stories and very patient with my little one, genuinely appreciated it. Would definitley recommend and we will be back.

Great lovely tour from are host it's small but you could spend a hour and half or more looking about and hearing about the things inside

Well worth the trip, we went here with all the family, the kids had a great time, it was like a walk back through history. Amazing little place and the tour was brilliant. Thanks for having us. Would highly recommend for anyone from all ages.

Having visited Ballinamore for a number of years since a child, this was my 1st time going here with my children. I wasn't sure what to expect but I need not of worried. This place is really good and the gentleman who show us around is a real asset to the place. He showed us everything and gave such great detailed information about things. He explained that the owner would be able to give more details but to be honest his knowledge was fantastic. Our son who is 5yrs old loved it. He was asking so many questions & each was answered. This place is great for the young & the old. We were a family of 4 & this place is well worth a visit. We already have 2 extra people to visit with us again in the near future. A real hidden Leitrim gem.

What an amazing place - so many cool and interesting pieces! We spent two and a half hours with Eugene as he shared his incredible knowledge of the collection with us. He's a very funny guy and had us laughing the whole time. Great value for money. The place was spotlessly clean. The cars/truck in particular were mint. A great way to spend a few hours - you will not regret paying a visit. Where else would you get to see 4,000 egg cups?

- the best private museum I have ever been - the tour guide is very knowledgeable, engaging & fun - great pieces that will definitely be hard to see elsewhere - highly recommended to everyone, especially history geeks

This is a place where you can see many old things explained from a wonderful man. Questions are welcome.

Brilliant, well worth it 👌 👍 would go again 😀 so much to see.

We had a fabulous day at the farm today! Kids absolutely loved it, loads for them to do. The indoor soft play area is huge! Loads of friendly animals that the kids could feed and interact with. A huge array of outdoor toys and playgrounds aswell, just a really fun packed day. The staff are lovely and friendly. Food was only OK but its not overpriced either so it does the job. All in all its a fabulous day out and we'll definitely be back soon!

We loved it! The animals are adorable and extremely well cared for. At the entrance, they gave us a small bag of food for the animals – the kids went wild with excitement! We were welcomed by the lovely Emma – she was amazing! We were the first to arrive, and she quickly let the kids hold a bunny and kindly answered our questions about some of the birds. The outdoor area is incredible and really well designed, full of fun activities for the little ones. We had a lovely lunch, once again looked after by the sweet Emma, always cheerful! Overall, it was an amazing experience and one we’ll definitely repeat. The kids will surely be asleep early tonight! Thank you so much, Emma, for your kindness and professionalism! I highly recommend this place for families, schools, and anyone with children.

Just had the best birthday for my daughter here! The staff was kind, and caring and compassionate, with wonderful customer service for a party of 17 kids! The facility was clean! The rates were well worth the experience! The food was delicious and the farm animals were amazing! With inside soft play and outside playgrounds, slides, go carts and sand play rooms for rainy dismal days..... Overall, I'd give them 10 stars! I highly recommend this beautiful slice for your child's big day! We will definitely be going back! Thank you for helping my little girl have such an amazing birthday! 💜 Kind regards the Atmores

I have lived in Ballyhaunis in the last 8yrs and I used to think there was nothing we could do around here asides walk in the park. It's my first time visiting this farm and it is such a lovely place. Also a brilliant space to host birthday party for kids. My kids loved it and have asked to go back again. The staff are also pleasant. I highly recommend.

A big Surprise I’m happy to say. I looked at Graune pet farm’s web site and wasn’t looking forward to the visit that my wife promised our 6 year old going by the web page photos. It’s a bit out of the way but worth the journey. It has large parking areas and easy access for those with strollers or wheelchair’s. It was €8 for each adult and €12 for the child but family rates are available. From the get go we got greeted by an adorable puppy in a stable with rabbits and kittens. A walk around the farm and your surrounded by hundreds of chicken loads of goats, lamas, emu and many other farmyard friends. All the animals seemed in good health and happy and their living areas looked clean and tidy all with food and water. The kids have lovely play areas outside including tyre swings and zip lines. Inside the indoor play soft play area is huge and has pool tables and air hockey to kill some time while your little one is on an adventure. It also has a large restaurant area although we didn’t eat here it looked and smelled lovely. It a lovely well run place clean and tidy with friendly staff. The little extras like “walking on water” only cost €3 and was well worth it. At first I was only going to give it four stars but thinking about it I don’t see how they could make it better for what you pay and I would highly recommend a visit. We spent 3 hours here and enjoyed every minute.

Great experience. I have visited last month with my wife and kid and he really enjoyed the visit. Spent 4-5 hours, enjoyed plenty of outdoor activities and indoor play area. Wide range of animals and will have an opportunity to feed the animals, Amble parking space, nice cafe with reasonable price, very friendly staff. Everything maintained neat and tidy..

Kids had a ball, you can spend all day here. Lots of animals, plenty play areas. Go carts, swings, seesaw....Indoor soft play area too. Small cafe on site, we had our lunch there, it was lovely. Staff very friendly, would definitely recommend.

Great place, lovely scenery , only downside is you have to pay for kids playground and boat hire €40 per hour, quite steep. Food in cafe average . If you spend €20 there , you don't need pay parking which cost €6.

Went for Hot air balloon championship. Absolutely disaster. Don't recommend anyone to go. Nowear to leave car and so only air balloon basket with flames. They didn't fly because was too windy. Yesterday was lovely day in this month.

Very interesting place to take your children or to go for a good picturesque countryside walk. However, I took off one star because I feel the place has monetised a lot of the features which elsewhere would be free. Worth a good day to see everything.

Such a nice park with stunning views. You have a lot of routes which you can take and also a couple of activities and a cafe. Worth a visit if you’re around!

If you want to spend a few hours walking the forest trails 👣 and get a nice view 😉 this is the place 👌 and at the end get a coffee ☕️ and cake 🎂 too 😀.

The park itself is quite an interesting place to spend time with friends or family offering some activities for everyone.We were disappointed to drive there for almost 3 hours and don’t see any air balloons despite the good weather.Lots of people came for the same reason.They showed only the basket with the fire to people to take a photo in.

This park os really phenomenal, lots of activities for the whole family, nice trails for walking, good service, the usual food and drinks, great views, we loved it.!

Gerry was the guide during our visit, & what a guide he was. As a miner in this pit until it closed, he was informative & could tell afew funny stories along the way. He explained about how the equipment worked & how the men would have to position themselves to work safely. He & my dad, who also worked in the pits as a teenager, were able to compare notes, albeit different types of pit. This is probably the most engaging mining experience I've visited. There is an area of photos & old equioment/tools as well as a short video to help explain the mining jobs of the men and a nice clean cafe. I would highly recommend a visit here, worth the money. Added bonus, spectacular views of Lough Allen & the valley, especially when the sun is shining.

If you've got a weekend in Leitrim/Roscommon, this is worth the visit. Our guide was an ex-miner. His accent was tough for me (from Dublin) so I'd be interested to know if foreign tourists think similarly. The mine itself was pretty interesting, a bit chilly so a fleece/jumper would be recommended, and there's a small space for extra reading & a video. The cafe is ok with a small gift shop. There's plenty of parking & there's gorgeous views of Lough Allen. The driving route to Arigna is on some tiny, narrow country roads.

Really great experience, history of the mines was so interesting, our guide Eamon was lovely to chat to and hear his tales of the mines, its great the guides are ex mine workers to hear first hand stories. The cafe was so relaxed and lovely food, the staff were so welcoming and friendly, highly recommend a trip to the mines.

Absolutely fantastic experience, massive thanks to Eamon who was employed as a miner in Arigna mines until it closed, for the fantastic tour. Thanks to all the staff who were very friendly and welcoming. Highly recommend this experience.

Arigna Mining Experience - An amazing tour into the history of Irish coal mining! A tour with former miners reveals 400 years of history at Arigna mines. In 1958, local coal powered the ESB power station, which closed in 1990. The miners had a grueling job: working on their knees in narrow 45cm faces, in dust and darkness. Awesome experience. I definitely recommend visiting!

Maurice an ex-miner did a private tour with us. He provided great explanations but also stories of the time he was digging coal. Great visit.

My wife and I toured the Arigna mine in May 2025. There was just the two of us and of course our guide. I think his name was Ian, but can't remember for sure <sorry>. It was fascinating to hear the stories of the brave people working in the mines. It was hard and dirty work to say the least. Besides the potential inherent danger, we were told the vein of coal they would try to extract was only 22 inches thick. Well worth the time to see how some people had to earn a living. There is a small gift shop and cafe if you're hungry for something quick. There is also a nice view of the surrounding area in the lunch area if you stay for something to eat.

Fantastic experience that I'd recommend to everyone. We decided to go here on the way back to Knock airport and it proved to be a great decision. The staff are fantastic and really get their love and passion for the animals across. As it was out of season there were only 6 of us visiting for this 2 hour session so it was a real personal experience. As if having Eagles and Owls flying and landing on your arm wasn't amazing enough there's an array of other animals to get to see and pet from ferrets and rabbits to giant pigs and even a skunk. Absolutely fantastic time had.

Staff were very friendly. Price was very good I thought €54 for 2 adults and 2 kids over 10. Animals very well cared for and very friendly, so obviously well looked after. It was lovely to hear that they nurse injured animals back to health and release those able to be released. Kids loved the place and the 2 hours flew by. A++++

We had a great experience visiting the raptor sanctuary. Great demonstration of the flying birds of prey as well as a fun petting zoo and other rehabilitated animals on the grounds. They're doing great work and it's satisfying to know that you're helping to fund a good cause while enjoying your visit.

Great place went with family and both girls who worked with the birds where great so much info and all the animals have a great life within the grounds

What a place! A wonderful experience, worth every cent! You can feel that the birds and all the other animals are in such good care. The two ladies who showed us the place were amazing, very friendly and helpful. Despite the miserable weather they made sure we had a great time. They even got some umbrellas for us to use during the tour and the show! I learned a lot about the animals and I highly recommend this place!

We came here back in 2017 and loved it. So as we decided to come back and do it again. This time was even better. We were the only ones there. The girls were brilliant, they talked as if the place was full. They clearly love the animals and love what they do. Thanks again for a great day. It cost €20 each, well worth it. 😊

This place is a 'must go to' for animal lovers. To see a mix of rescued animals, for those wanting to learn more about different species of birds, a family day out, a hands on experience, lots of laughs, a warm welcome and all in a professional and relaxed environment... this is definitely the place to go. Thank you so much to all the staff and in particular to the two wonderful handlers.5*

Good spot for a bit of history, architecture and beautiful vista. Great job restoring the tower. For anyone who loves castle-hopping (and generally like to get lost in history), highly recommend the Heritage Card. Well worth if you are in Ireland at least a month.

Well worth the visit. We did the self guided tour but with lots of help interviewing the staff. They love to talk about the history of this glorious island. So get the guided tour if you have time. The castle is expertly restored with replicated original craftsmanship and has realistic wax figures displaying the period daily life of its inhabitants.

Great castle to visit and tour around. Recommend paying the entry fee to go inside and explore. Not busy at all. It’s amazing to see and hear the history. Our tour guide Darragh was fanatic storyteller and we learned a lot.

Well worth my time! Seamus was our tour guide, he was so knowledgeable he made the tour so interesting and informative. Price of admission was 5 euros.

Cute little castle! Right by the water, it was a very peaceful visit. Was not expensive and took maybe 30-45 minutes to explore. Decent size parking. Was not busy midday. Sept 10, 2024.

An incredible place to visit with a rich and inspiring history. Seamus gave us a concise but detailed history while touring us around the castle and it's grounds. Would definitely recommend

Nice place, well presented and a beautiful lake. Definitely worth a quick visit. Just know there is nothing else here and if you're taking the bus, know the schedule.

“I Came for a Souvenir, Left Wanting to Redecorate My Entire House.” Belleek Pottery is dangerous… in the best way. You walk in thinking, “I’ll just browse,” and suddenly you’re mentally redesigning your kitchen to match that gorgeous teapot. The tour was like watching art come to life — these artisans are so skilled, I started questioning my own ability to even fold a fitted sheet. The attention to detail is unreal, and the history behind the pottery makes each piece feel extra special. The shop at the end? Let’s just say my luggage is now 10 lbs heavier and I have zero regrets. Highly recommend — just bring some self-control (or don’t, it’s worth it).

Fascinating tour! Beautiful products! Lovely café with some of the best scones I've ever had!

Awesome tour. Very interesting and beautiful China. Beautiful grounds as well.

Loved the tour, was a great activity for a rainy day!

Lovely visit to see how the pottery is made. Lovely very fine pottery. Good value and lots of choice in shop. Tearoom is also very nice with homemade scones.

Had a "factory" tour of Belleek pottery today. Fascinating place - everything is hand made, no machines! We weren't allowed to take pictures inside but it was amazing. They have been in business at this location for 168 years and it's the kind of place that generations of families work here. About 70 artisans work here and they have EVERY master mold from every design ever made. They could replicate any pottery they've ever made in their entire history. About 65% of their pottery is sold to North America! I, of course, had to buy... So glad they offer shipping!

From the perspective of a late 30s, hairy, tattooed man, I grew up hearing about grandma’s Belleek collection. I brought my mom to Ireland in May and we did the tour. I was the youngest person on the tour and I could have spent a whole day watching everyone at their craft. The whole process is fascinating and the skill is so impressive. The end product is really something special. This place is really worth a visit and they also have an online store if you can’t get there