Local knowledge, practical tips, and in-depth guides to help you get the most out of your visit.
A local guide to eating in Athlone: the Left Bank restaurants, the town's own brewery, the Thai kitchen that has been going for years, and an honest word on the Michelin question.
Read guideFirst time in Athlone? How the two-bank town fits together, why the castle's visitor centre is closed, where to stay, and the practical notes that matter.
Read guideHow to ride or walk the Old Rail Trail Greenway from Athlone: the three sections, the distances, what's along the way, and how far to go for a half day versus the full run to Mullingar.
Read guideHow to get out on the water from Athlone: the Viking Tours cruises to Lough Ree and Clonmacnoise, the wider Shannon-cruising identity of the town, and the lakeside options at Glasson and Hodson Bay.
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