Carrowmore Megalithic Cemetery
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One of Ireland's largest megalithic cemeteries, with about 30 stone circles and chamber tombs scattered across a grassy field, older than the pyramids.
Carrowmore Megalithic Cemetery lies at the foot of Knocknarea. It contains about 30 surviving Neolithic chamber tombs and stone circles, some dating back about 5,500 years. It is one of the oldest and largest megalithic cemeteries in Ireland. The largest tomb at the center, Tomb 51, has been restored and can be entered. The visitor center is run by the Office of Public Works (OPW). It is usually open from Easter to October, roughly 10:00–18:00. Entry costs about €5, and the site has guided tours and a small exhibition. It lies about 5 km from the town center, and you can combine it with Knocknarea and Strandhill in a half-day trip. The grass can be slippery, so wear waterproof shoes.
Opening hours
Approx. Easter–Oct, 10:00–18:00 (subject to OPW announcements)
Nearby sights
- Sligo County Museum
- Sligo Abbey
- Knocknarea & Queen Maeve's Cairn
- The Model
- Tobernalt Holy Well
- Rosses Point
- Drumcliffe Churchyard (Yeats's Grave)
- Coney Island (Sligo)