Sligo
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Sligo is the principal city in County Sligo along the west coast of the Republic of Ireland. Traditionally a small, quiet coastal town, it has experienced significant redevelopment in recent years and now offers a thriving shopping district, restaurants and entertainment.
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Get in
- CIE / Irish Rail[1] runs trains throughout the day between Dublin and Sligo. The trip takes approximately 3 hours. €26 single, €32 return approx.
- Bus Eireann Buses throughout the day from most major towns/cities. 4hours from Dublin, 2&1/2 from Galway. Half the price of the train but buses can be a bit stuffy!
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Get around
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See
- Heapstown Stone Cairn A large and impressive cairn just outside of Sligo proper. Can't miss it from the city - look for the mountain with a unnatural mound on top. Views of Sligo are amazing from the summit.
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Do
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Buy
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Eat
- The Garavogue. A highlight of the new development, the Garavogue sits predictably at the side of the Garavogue River. Downstairs is a contemporary styled pub, upstairs is an eatery specializing in contemporary styled seafood.
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Drink
- Shoot the Crows is a staple of the Sligo art set. Cramped on busy nights, but always active with a friendly crowd.
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Sleep
Numerous bed and breakfasts are situated on the road towards Cairn Hill.
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