Athlone is open and waiting to welcome you

Athlone is open, with many businesses ready and waiting to welcome you and your family back in this summer. There may be new measures in place to keep you safe, but you will be greeted by friendly faces ready to make your visit an enjoyable one.

It’s great to see our local hotels and eateries reopen their doors over the last number of weeks and there are so many affordable hotel packages now available to entice you for a great getaway or family holiday – see our Hotel Packages page here. For ideas on where to dine when you visit, see a selection on great places to eat here.

Image – Hodson Bay Hotel

As well as these brilliant local businesses, our popular tourist attractions and destinations have also reopened with new safety measures in place.

Enjoy open, scenic areas with enough room for the kids to run wild at local parks and walking trails. Fill your days with culture and heritage, using Athlone as your base there are plenty of attractions both locally and within a short driving distance. Try to fit in Athlone Castle and Luan Gallery before taking a day trip to Dun Na Si Heritage Park, Hill of Uisneach or Lough Key Forest Park.

If you are planning on enjoying a relaxing few days away, why not take a tour and leave the planning and details to the experts.  Tours are a great way to discover new places and to make the most of your getaway. There are plenty of options in Athlone and the surrounding areas that cover an array of interests and activities. For more details visit our page all about tours.