Sligo Folk Park brings visitors on a trip down memory lane and a chance to experience rural Irish heritage. There is a traditional Irish cottage here and a typical Irish street with shop-fronts, also old tractors and farm implements. - http://sligofolkpark.com
The Arigna Mining Experience takes visitors on a guided tour of the Arigna Mine which was working up until 1990. This is a very interesting experience. There are also great views over Lough Allen. http://www.arignaminingexperience.ie/
Close to Ballymote is the Irish Raptor Research Centre. This is Irelands largest Sanctuary for birds of prey and owls. Each day there is a demonstration of eagles and falcons hunting. http://www.eaglesflying.com/
Taylors' Art Gallery in Castlebaldwin has five exhibition rooms and displays work by local and international artists. - (071) 9165138
A restored plantation castle of the early 17th century, picturesquely situated on the shores of Lough Gill was once the home of Robert Parke and his family. It is open daily between April 21st and September 28th from 10am to 6pm. - (071) 9164149
A 350-hectare estate containing walks and trails through forest and woodlands along the beautiful backdrop of Lough Key. It boats Ireland's first Tress Canopy walk, 9m above the ground. For an indoor adventure visitors have the option of trying Boda Borg which is a physically and mentally challenging activity which is fun for both adults and children. Visit http://www.loughkey.ie/ for information
Coleman Irish Music Centre in Gurteen draws together the many strands of the south Sligo music tradition. http://www.colemanirishmusic.com/
For a relaxing and rejuvenating experience Cuinas Spa provides visitors with a thermal suite, sauna, steam room, seaweed bathing room and out-door Jacuzzi with magnificent views over Lough Arrow and the Brickleve Mountains. - http://www.cromleach.com/ciunas-spa/
Please contact us if you wish to make a booking at Hillcrest Bed & Breakfast Sligo.
