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Things to see in Ballymahon (Ireland): 10 places and when to go
Ballymahon is a town in Ireland, and this site lists 10 places in and around it, mainly History (8), Architecture (2), With kids (1). The best known are Corlea Trackway, Abbeyshrule Monastery and Cathedral of Saint Mel in Ardagh. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: February to March and October. In June there are 16 h 46 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 14. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Ireland · 53.5577, -7.7338
- Places
- 10 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (8) · Architecture (2) · With kids (1) · Food and drink (1)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- February to March and October.
- Nearest airport
- DUB Dublin, 99 km as the crow flies
What to see in Ballymahon
The places in and around Ballymahon, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Corlea TrackwayIron Age trackway9.7 km
- Abbeyshrule MonasteryRuins of a Cistercian monastery in County Longford, Ireland5.5 km
- Cathedral of Saint Mel in ArdaghRuins13 km
- DunnamonaArchaeological site in Republic of Ireland7.3 km
- Lock 39Canal lock in Tennalick, County Longford, Ireland4.6 km
- Clynan BridgeBridge in Tennalick, County Longford, Ireland4.3 km
- Draper's BridgeBridge in Tennalick, County Longford, Ireland4.6 km
- Subtropical Swimming ParadiseWith kids1.8 km
- Hill of UisneachRingfort, Barrow & Stone in Co. Offaly14 km
- Wide Street BrewingBrewery1.8 km
When to go to Ballymahon
The best time to visit Ballymahon is April to September; also possible: February to March and October. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not7:46
- FebPossible9:31
- MarPossible11:29
- AprBest time13:44
- MayBest time15:39
- JunBest time16:46
- JulBest time16:18
- AugBest time14:35
- SepBest time12:24
- OctPossible10:14
- NovBetter not8:16
- DecBetter not7:14
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 46 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 14. In April, 10 of the 10 places are at their best.
When to go to Ireland in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Ballymahon
The nearest main airport is Dublin Airport (DUB, Dublin), 99 km as the crow flies. How to get around Ireland (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Athlone13 places20 km
- Clara13 places25 km
- Roscommon20 places31 km
- Fore19 places35 km
- Dromod7 places36 km
- Banagher12 places45 km
And all of Ireland, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Ballymahon?
The best known: Corlea Trackway, Abbeyshrule Monastery, Cathedral of Saint Mel in Ardagh, Dunnamona. In all, 10 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Ballymahon?
April to September; also possible: February to March and October. In June there are 16 h 46 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 14.
How do you get to Ballymahon?
The nearest main airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), 99 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Ballymahon as the destination and these 10 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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