Think Sligo, think William Butler Yeats. He is by far the county's most famous son and it has become a place of pilgrimage for devotees of the Ireland's greatest poet.
The table top mountain of Ben Bulben dominates much of the County's skyline and is just one of many landmarks commemorated by Yeats in verse.
Other ancient sites worth visiting are the Carrowkeel site in the Bricklieve and the Carrowmore megalithic site near Sligo town.
The town itself pays more than a passing tribute to its most famous son and other members of his family, including his father John and brother Jack Yeats, whose paintings have become major collectors items.
Below are some of Top attractions in Sligo.
Castlebaldwin
The Abbey lies on the eastern shore of Lough Arrow. Inside the ruins of a 14th century Dominican Abbey there is an interesting monument to Terence McDonough. It is entirely built in the Middle English Gothic style.
Ballymote: Richard de Burgo, the "Red Earl" of Ulster, built the remains of this Anglo-Norman castle in AD1300 and it was the strongest fortress in Connacht
Drumcliff:
This site is an monastic settlement, and also th  e burial place of the famous Irish poet W.B.Yeats. Its importance dates from 574 AD when St. Colmcille founded a monastery here.Teahouse and Craft shops on site.
Castlebaldwin
This is the largest cairn in Ireland outside of the Boyne Valley. It is 60m in diameter, with a kerb  of often very large limestone slabs enclosing the base. Heapstown has not been excavated but it is thought most likely to be a passage tomb, an extension of the Carrowkeel megalithic complex.
Things to Do:
Explore Sligo’s amazing mix of beaches, Rosses Point; Dunmoran Strand; Streedagh Strand; Mullaghmore; Enniscrone; Str andhill, and Cullenamore. Cast your rod, experience Sligo’s abundance of waterbased activities, world class surfing, sailing, scuba diving, deep sea angling, fishing, island tours and more.
Sligo provides for the ultimate shopping experience in the North West with many national and international franchises to be found on the High Street. As well as the big names in retail, Sligo is proud of its many local retailers that make shopping in Sligo a more unique experience.
Family Fun:
At Ireland’s largest sanctuary for Birds of Prey and Owls, you can  enjoy Eagles, Hawks, Owls, Falcons and Vultures flying closely over your head. During the interactive shows, scientists will inform you about these magnificent birds, some of whom can be touched. For the ones who prefer cuddly animals, there is a large pet-zoo in the centre. Eagles Flying is located outside Ballymote near Temple House and Ballinacarrow on the N17.
Free parking facilities available for cars and coaches
Funny Bones: House of Fun Children’s Activity Centre loca ted at Collooney.
Open: Tues - Sat 10.30 to 7 p.m.
Sunday: 12 - 7 p.m.
Located:New Business Park, just off the Toberbridge roundabout on the N4 Collooney.
More highlights Include:
Walking
FTour De Humbert Route Runs from Kilcummin, on Killala Bay in Co. Mayo, where a French expeditionary force landed in 1798 to help the Irish in their rebellion that year. It follows the erratic path of the advancing force to the scene of their final battle and defeat at Ballinamuck in Co. Longford.
Glencar Lough and Waterfalls
Scenic lough described by WB Yeats in his poem The Stolen Child near Benbulben Mountain which has scenic walks with waterfalls including one 50 feet high. There is also trout fishing on the lough.
Maeve's Cairn
Huge 60 feet high Stone Age tomb on scenic Knocknarea mountain near Carrowmore outside Sligo town, with views for miles around, which is reputed to be the grave of the legendary Queen Maeve of Connaught, one of the fiercest Celtic leaders, often best known for her part in the story, the Cattle Raid of Cooley. Maeve is said to have been buried standing up facing her enemies.
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| The Garden Room Restaurant offers the best of local fare, ranging from the freshest of seafood to succulent Irish Steak which can be enjoyed in the comfort of our light airy surroundings. They serve a delightful buffet style full Irish Breakfast each morning and you can enjoy a full table d`hote dinner nightly. Finnegan`s Bar, with its welcoming open fires has a cosy atmosphere, is an ideal venue to talk to old friends and meet new ones. A full Carvery lunch is served daily, with a snack menu available all day, and a la carte menu each evening. Serving fine wines, spirits, beers and Liquors |
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Finnegans Irish Pub open from 6pm -12pm
Lounge Bar & Cavery open 5pm -10pm daily
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Cafe Fleur:Baguettes; Sandwiches
Sligo Town Sligo, Ireland Cafe; Deli; Bakery
YeatsTavern:Restaurant:
Contemporary; Continental Drumcliffe Sligo, Ireland Restaurant; Pub
Ait Eile @ Gilroys:Contemporary Irish Enniscrone Sligo, Ireland Restaurant; Bar
Atrium Restaurant: @ The Niland
Model Arts Centre Continental; Slow Food; Vegetarian Sligo Town Sligo
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