Carrowmore Megalithic Cemetery. Co. Sligo
Limited Access
Access to outdoors only.
Self-guided tours only.
Public Toilets closed.
Free Admission.
Carrowmore Megalithic Cemetery
Carrowmore – the largest cemetery of megalithic tombs in Ireland. It lies just south-west of Sligo town, right at the heart of the Cúil Írra Peninsula, an area alive with prehistoric significance.
Packed together at Carrowmore are more than 30 stone tombs, many of which are still visible. Most are passage tombs and boulder circles. There are various forts and standing stones in the area too. The origins of these monuments reach far into prehistory – the most ancient among them is close to 6,000 years old.
A restored cottage houses an exciting new exhibition that will satisfy the curiosity of even the most demanding visitors. Come prepared for a hike across rugged terrain.
Opening Times
Daily 10:00- 18:00
Last admission 17:00
Getting Here
5km from Sligo / Dublin road off the N4 at N4 – R292 junction
4km from Sligo town centre. Follow R292 Strandhill.
Carrowmore
Sligo
F91 E638.
- Car park
- Guided tours
- Interpretive exhibit
- Toilets
- Limited Access
- Uneven walkways