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County Sligo (/ ˈ s l aɪ ɡ oʊ / SLY-goh, Irish: Contae Shligigh) is a county in Ireland. It is in the Northern and Western Region and is part of the province of Connacht. Sligo is the administrative capital and largest town in the county. Sligo County Council is the local authority for the county.
From the big wave surfing culture at Mullaghmore to the literary legacy of poet WB Yeats, County Sligo is packed with experiences that will inspire you! From gorgeous beaches to dramatic mountain landscapes, County Sligo is a slice of heaven.
Sligo (/ ˈslaɪɡoʊ / SLY-goh; Irish: Sligeach [ˈʃl̠ʲɪɟəx], meaning 'abounding in shells') is a coastal seaport and the county town of County Sligo, Ireland, within the western province of Connacht.
Introduction. Nestled on the rugged west coast of Ireland, County Sligo is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. With its stunning landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and vibrant local communities, this enchanting county offers a truly unique travel experience.
Sligo boasts a stunning, uninterrupted and wild coast, which attracts surfers and water sport enthusiasts year-round. The Ox Mountains, Benbulben and Knocknarea provide breath-taking, well-marked routes for walkers, and there are an abundance of scenic driving and cycling routes.
Scenic County Sligo Trace the footsteps of one of Ireland’s literary legends with a trip to W. B. Yeats' home county, escaping to another world entirely. Sligo’s scenery is unrivalled, from remote islands to tranquil beaches.
From the big wave surfing culture at Mullaghmore to the literary legacy of poet WB Yeats, County Sligo is packed with experiences that will inspire you! From gorgeous beaches to dramatic mountain landscapes, County Sligo is a slice of heaven.
Welcome to County Sligo. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a long-term local, this guide will help you enjoy new Sligo experiences, rediscover old favourites and make the most of your stay in County Sligo. Let us inspire you when you #choosesligo. Explore County Sligo. Stay, Eat & Shop. Discover your next adventure.
County Sligo (Contae Shligigh) is on the Irish coast in Northwest Ireland and Lakelands. With a population of 65,535 in 2016, the county is little developed beyond Sligo town, and with a haunting scenery of limestone scarps that often feature in the poetry of WB Yeats. Its main attractions are that scenery, and its many prehistoric monuments.
Welcome to County Sligo. You’ll find County Sligo along the Wild Atlantic Way in northwestern Ireland. There’s heaps of things to do in Sligo, from the county’s many beaches and the Gleniff Horseshoe Drive to walks, hikes and plenty more.
