Local Visitor Attractions & Amenities in Tipperary

Cashel

(Caiseal Mumhan, The Stone Fort of Munster) - 8 miles.  Seat of the high kings of Munster, with its landmark Rock of Cashel, this town boasts many international restaurants, quality shopping, friendly pubs and a welcoming atmosphere.

Cahir

(Cathair Dhun Iascaigh, The Stone Fort of the Dún of the Fish) - 7 miles.  The 15^th century castle is a very popular visitor centre as is the Swiss Cottage designed by John Nash in 1815 as a hunting lodge for Lord Cahir.  Cahir also has its share of good food and entertainment.

(Cluain Meala, The Meadow of Honey) - 10 miles.  A lively cosmopolitan town on the banks of the river Suir, Clonmel has very good shopping and cuisine, live entertainment in the many pubs, cinema, theatre.

Tipperary

(Tiobraid Árainn, The Well of Ara) - 8 miles.  This is an intimate market town in the heart of the Golden Vale with excellent sporting facilities, a heritage/genealogical centre, cinema, theatre and interpretive centre.

Glen of Aherlow

- 10 miles.  The jewel in the crown of West Tipperary.  Awe inspiring views of the Galtee mountains, miles of foothills and valleys to be explored on foot or on horseback.  Excellent trout fishing in the river Aherlow and in the mountain lakes. Click for more information on walking in the Glen of Aherlow

Mitchelstown Cave

- 16 miles.  One of Europe's premier show caves.  Detailed information is available by clicking on the picture opposite.

Golf

- 6 courses within 20 miless.  Dundrum, Tipperary, Ballykisteen, Cahir, Clonmel and Mitchelstown are all within easy reach, as are numerous Pitch & Putt courses.

Horse Racing

Tipperary is home to some of the top horse trainers in the world. There are racecourses close by in Thurlses, Limerick Junction, Clonmel.