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Sligo, Ireland – Fun Motorhome Getaway (Saturday‑Monday)

Day 1: Saturday – Arrival & Exploration

Morning: Arrive in Sligo and drive the motorhome to Sligo Motorhome Park, where you’ll settle in and enjoy river‑front views. After setting up, take a short stroll along the quay to get a feel for the town.

Afternoon: Wander through the historic centre, visiting Sligo Abbey and the Yeats Memorial Building, where the poet’s legacy comes alive. Stop for a coffee at a local café and browse the boutique shops on O’Brien Street.

Evening: Head to Strandhill Beach to watch a spectacular sunset, then enjoy a hearty dinner and live music at a traditional pub such as The Crane Bar.

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Day 2: Sunday – Nature & Heritage

Morning: Drive to the scenic Glencar Waterfall for a short walk through woodland paths, then continue to the iconic Benbulben viewpoint for breathtaking panoramas of the Dartry Mountains.

Afternoon: Explore the grand estate of Lissadell House & Gardens, roaming the house’s historic rooms and strolling the coastal gardens that inspired many of Yeats’s poems.

Evening: Return to town for a relaxed dinner at a seaside restaurant in Strandhill, followed by a leisurely walk along the pier under the stars.

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Day 3: Monday – Ancient Sites & Departure

Morning: Visit the prehistoric Carrowmore Megalithic Cemetery, one of Europe’s largest stone‑age burial grounds, and then head to the dramatic cliffs of Mullaghmore for a quick coastal walk.

Afternoon: Pack up the motorhome, enjoy a final lunch in Sligo town, and set off on the road back home, carrying wonderful memories of a weekend on the Irish west coast.

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Time and Cost Estimates

  • Sligo Motorhome Park – 2 nights (≈ 8 € per night) – ≈ 16 €
  • Sligo Abbey – 1 hour – 3 €
  • Yeats Memorial Building – 1 hour – Free
  • Strandhill Beach – 1 hour – Free
  • Glencar Waterfall – 1 hour – Free
  • Benbulben Viewpoint – 2 hours – Free
  • Lissadell House & Gardens – 3 hours – 10 €
  • Carrowmore Megalithic Cemetery – 2 hours – 5 €
  • Mullaghmore Cliffs – 1 hour – Free
  • Meals (2 dinners, 1 lunch) – – ≈ 60 €
  • Fuel & Miscellaneous – – ≈ 20 €
  • Total Estimated Cost: 114 €

Tips

If you have an extra day, consider adding a visit to the nearby Connemara National Park for more rugged hiking, or a boat trip to the stunning Inishglora island. To shorten the itinerary, you could skip Lissadell House and focus on the coastal scenery of Benbulben and Mullaghmore, which still offers a full taste of Sligo’s natural beauty in a single day.

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