Sligo offers renowned adventures on land and water, from surfing waves to forest trails. You will be revitalised by our wellness offering and feel invigorated as you engage with our thriving culture of art, heritage, literature and food. Discover ancient megalithic sites predating Egypt’s pyramids. Experience the thrill of catching a wave at The National Surf Centre, or ride thrilling trails at the National Mountain Bike Centre in nature’s heart.
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Sligo has a vibrant variety of restaurants, pubs and bars. Visit www.sligotourism.ie for details of what is near you.
As well as a mobile library service, Sligo has four branches in Sligo town, Ballymote, Tubbercurry and Enniscrone.
From waymarked routes and coastal paths to mountain, walking routes in Sligo are easily accessible. Find out more about walks and walking groups at Sligo Walks.
The contemporary multiplex cinema in Sligo town shows the latest big-name movies as well as live theatre streams.
There are a number of food markets that take place throughout the county. The Sligo Farmers Market is held every Saturday morning in the IT Sligo car park and the Rathcormac Artisan Food and Craft Market is also held every Saturday from 10am to 3pm. Find out details of other markets happening around the county.
The Sligo County Museum contains a fascinating collection of exhibits detailing Sligo’s rich stone-age history.
The Model is one of Ireland’s most important contemporary arts centres with an extensive and vibrant programme of visual and performing arts.
The Coleman Traditional Irish Music Centre is a celebration of Irish Music, Culture and Heritage as expressed in the South Sligo Style of music played by Michael Coleman and other musicians of his time.
The Hawk’s Well is a 340 seat theatre in Sligo town. It hosts a diverse programme of arts and entertainments including professional and amateur drama, a wide range of music from traditional and jazz to opera, plus dance, pantomime, children’s theatre and comedy.
The Blue Raincoat Theatre Company produces between four and six professional productions every year, with an emphasis on staging modern European classics, new writing and new adaptations for stage.
With short commute, an affordable lifestyle and a rich natural and cultural environment, Sligo offers a strong work-life balance.
The cost of housing in Sligo is less than those in other counties with large urban hubs.
Sligo County Council is the local authority providing local government services in County Sligo.
Living in Sligo means access to affordable childcare, a choice of excellent schools and good healthcare provisions.
A well serviced road network, a bus service linking the main towns and easy access to trains and an international airport, make it easy to get around Sligo.
Sligo has a vibrant network of community and voluntary groups.
A variety of excellent sports facilities and clubs are available throughout County Sligo.
Third level, life long and distance learning opportunities are all easily accessible in Sligo.
Enjoy a lively cultural, music and restaurant scene, theatres, museums, cinema, country markets or entertain little ones at soft play centres.
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