Head to the historical city of Athlone
Take a holiday to Athlone and enjoy the area's churches, history and art galleries. This welcoming city is known for its riverfront, bars and golfing. If you need more space to accommodate a family holiday or a trip with friends, rental homes often come with separate dining areas and spacious living rooms.
Activities and attractions in Athlone
Do you want to find things to do in the area? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable holiday rental, you'll want to experience everything that Athlone has to offer. Here are some of the top attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Athlone Golf Club (3.6 mi / 5.8 km)
- The Spa at Hodson Bay (3.6 mi / 5.8 km)
- Glendeer Pet Farm (3.7 mi / 6 km)
- Glasson Golf & Country Club (4 mi / 6.4 km)
- Esker Hills Golf Club (18 mi / 29 km)
- Lilliput Adventure Centre (20.9 mi / 33.6 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Athlone
Whether you're looking for adventure or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Athlone is a great place to get outside. These are some of the area's most enchanting natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Lough Ree (3.8 mi / 6.1 km)
- Lough Boora Parklands (16.7 mi / 26.8 km)
- Rose Island (0.1 mi / 0.2 km)
- Jonathan Swift Park (20.8 mi / 33.5 km)
- Long Island (10.6 mi / 17.1 km)
- Bishop's Islands (11.9 mi / 19.2 km)
How to get to and around Athlone
If you're travelling by train, you can make your way to Athlone Station.