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Ballymoon Castle
Bagenalstown
Co Carlow
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Ballymoon Castle situated is one of the earliest Anglo-Norman strongholds in Ireland. Despite being in a relatively poor state of preservation, it remains one of the most impressive castles in the country, with its granite walls over eight feet thick.
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Carlow Castle
Carlow
Co Carlow
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The 13th century Carlow Castle was once one of the foremost castles in the region. It has a long history, having changed hands many times and eventually being captured by Cromwell in 1650. Unfortunately, much of it was destroyed during the 18th century by a doctor who was attempting to transform it into a lunatic asylum.
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Browne’s Hill Dolmen
Off Rathvilly Rd
Carlow
Co Carlow
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The Browne’s Hill Dolmen is a portal tomb dating from around 3000 BC. The massive granite capstone weights over 100 tons and is believed to be the largest in Europe and is one of County Carlow’s premier tourist attractions.
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Carlow Museum
Town Hall
Carlow
Co Carlow,
353 (0)59 913-1759
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The Carlow Museum takes visitors on a trip back through 19th and 20th century life in Carlow and the surrounding areas using displays in the forms of shop layouts. It also features a number of historical artefacts discovered in the local area.
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Huntington Castle
Clonegal
Co Carlow
353 (0)54 77552
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Huntington Castle is a 17th century construction built on the site of an earlier defensive fortification. Inside it is filled with a number of dark, atmospheric rooms featuring collections of tapestries, suits of armour and family portraits. It is believed to be haunted by the forms of several monks from the monastery which once stood on the site and by the spectre of a soldier who once garrisoned the castle.
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Altamount Gardens
Tullow
Co Carlow
353 (0)503 59444
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The gardens at Altamount House date back to the 17th century and are some of the finest in all of Ireland. Filled with rare trees, shrubs and wildlife, the tended gardens lead down to the lake, creating some of the most beautiful and tranquil walks in County Carlow.
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