The Sligo Path Guided Tour
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The Sligo Path Guided Tour

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Plaque commémorative – William Murphy – cc

For those who love guided tours, and want to discover Sligo with guides who know their stuff, then we recommend the Sligo Path Guided Tour! This guided tour of over an hour will take you through Sligo’s historic districts: you’ll learn all about the town’s little hidden secrets!

Sligo Path Guided Tour

A walk through old Sligo…

One thing’s for sure: a visit to Sligo is full of surprises and activities of all kinds! Guided by a renowned local historian, the Sligo Path Guided Tour takes you on a journey through the town’s history, folklore, literary past, architecture and politics…

It’s all very well explained, and available in multiple languages. The guide is fascinating and will help you rediscover writers such as the great William Butler Yeats, a native of the town. He’s one of the greatest writers to have left their mark on the history of international literature!

The tour is mainly on foot and in groups of 15. It’s possible to book your visit in advance: don’t forget your camera, as Sligo has a few spots that are well worth a souvenir…


Where to stay?

Hotels and B&Bs nearby

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Practical Guide

The Sligo Path Guided Tour

Essential information to help you plan your visit, including key landmarks, access information, and booking options.

Address

Caltragh - Sligo, Sligo (County Sligo) - Republic of Ireland

GPS coordinates

54.258074, -8.481224

Opening hours

Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Check the opening hours and admission requirements before you leave, especially during peak season or on Irish public holidays.
Prices

undisclosed

Location

The Sligo Path Guided Tour on the map

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