Find Things To Do In Longford

Land logged in the middle of Ireland, Longford is surprisingly wet as most of the county lies in the basin of the River Shannon, along the river are many great places to visit but perhaps one of the most beautiful is Barley Harbour with it’s tranquil sunsets and calm waters it is a testament to the true beauty of Ireland. Ireland’s beauty is also present in its history, the best way to experience this in Longford is the Corlea Trackway Visitor Centre, the trackway, originally known as the Danes’ Road was constructed from oak planks in the year 148-147 BC, going back all the way to Iron Age. Continue your dive into Ireland’s history with a visit to Mel’s Cathedral in the middle of Longford town. Built in the mid 17th Century this magnificent cathedral is considered by many to be flagship cathedral for midland Ireland, a fitting accolade, due to it’s spectacular architecture. It is truly a beauty to behold like the rest of Longford county.