What to do in Glencar

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Glencar Waterfall featuring a cascade, forests and a lake or waterhole
Glencar Waterfall featuring forests, a river or creek and tranquil scenes
Sligo featuring landscape views, mountains and a river or creek
Glencar Waterfall which includes tranquil scenes, a pond and forest scenes
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Glencar Tourist Attractions & Activities

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Top places to visit

1. Sligo Abbey

Sligo Abbey is an impressive stone ruin of a Dominican friary in the heart of the historic town of Sligo. The abbey dates back to the mid-13th century and has survived fires, wars and uprisings throughout the centuries. Explore the ancient structure to appreciate the abbey’s steadfast architecture and to find a collection of preserved stone carvings.
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Sligo Abbey which includes château or palace, a ruin and heritage architecture

2. Streedagh Strand

The long, sandy beach at Streedagh Strand is a scenic stretch on the northwestern shore of Streedagh Point. Visit this pretty beach to stroll along the soft sands, inspect fossils in the limestone cliffs and retrace the adventures of the shipwrecked Spanish Armada captain Francisco de Cuéllar.
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Streedagh Strand showing a beach and general coastal views

3. Ben Bulben

Rearing above the Dartry Mountains, Ben Bulben is an immense limestone rock formation that has been important to Irish culture and mythology for millennia. See the landmark peak dominating the county during your travels in Sligo or stroll along the network of trails traversing the mountain’s base and summit.
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Ben Bulben which includes land animals, mountains and tranquil scenes

4. Strandhill Beach

Strandhill Beach borders the coastal town of Strandhill, a charming spot known for its gorgeous scenery, surf breaks and dunes covered by marram grass. Wander along the sandy beach and enjoy stunning views of the surrounding hillside or take the icy plunge into the surf breaks that roll into the peninsula. Relax in an oceanfront café and sample scones and jam while you watch the roaring sea.
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Strandhill Beach which includes a beach

5. Glencar Waterfall

Glencar Waterfall is a stunning cascade tumbling over the rocky cliffs on the edge of County Leitrim. Extending from the sharp ridge of Ben Bulben, the cliffs drop away into the deep lake of Glencar Lough. The falls are particularly stunning after heavy rains. Admire the stunning waterfall on an invigorating walk along wooded paths and trails through the Dartry Mountains.
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Glencar Waterfall featuring forests, a river or creek and tranquil scenes

6. Glencar Lake

Embark on a day of outdoor fun and activities at Glencar Lake, a beautiful freshwater lake at the foot of Kings Mountain. This large body of water is surrounded by a patchwork quilt of lush green countryside and forests.
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Sligo featuring landscape views, mountains and a river or creek

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Glencar Waterfall featuring forests, a river or creek and tranquil scenes

Glencar Waterfall

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Follow a network of walking trails and discover a magnificent waterfall that plunges into a mossy niche from a rocky headland.

Glencar Waterfall

 

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