Roscommon tourism
County Roscommon is located in the Midlands region of Ireland. It is a part of the borders, midlands, west (BMW) region. Roscommon is a county of fertile farmland and beautiful lakes and is among Ireland's top tourism destinations. Tourism has long been both important and well provided for in Roscommon. Positive media attention has highlighted what the western region has to offer tourists and this coupled with returning visitors has increased the exposure of the region to welcome visitors.
One of Ireland's principal lakeside parks, Lough Key Forest Park, is located only five miles east of the town of Boyle in Co. Roscommon. About 850 acres in size, some of the many features of the park include walks, ring forts, cruising, monuments, fishing, an old ice house, picnic grounds, and a fully serviced caravan and camping park.
Tourism has always been an important part of Roscommon’s history. Consider the list below as must see items. You can add to this as per irelandwest.ie and the golf links on this site.
Strokestown Park House and Famine Museum, (Roscommon tourism highly recommended)
Clonalis House, (Roscommon tourism must see)
The County Museum, (Roscommon tourism highly recommended)
Co. Roscommon Heritage & Genealogical Centre, (Roscommon tourism great tourist utility)
Come to Roscommon for the beautiful scenery, the peace and quiet in the country, the craic by the fire in a real Irish pub at night, the fly fishing on the open lake or the rushing river, the Golf in Roscommon golf club, the thrill of the Roscommon races or to make it your own at the writers festival.
Again, the above is only a taster. No matter what your plans are, O'Garas Royal hotel offers luxury accommodation and is positioned in the middle of the town and activity. Book on time to ensure your accommodation at the best hotel in Roscommon town.
More information on Roscommon tourism and what there is to do and see, can be obtained by contacting the Ireland West Tourism Board on 1850 230 330 or visit their website www.irelandwest.ie
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