Carrowmore Megalithic Cemetery
Step into Ireland’s oldest and densest collection of Neolithic passage tombs, set within a dramatic landscape on the Cúil Íorra Peninsula near Sligo town.
Access is currently limited to outdoor areas only until 12 March 2026.
About the Site
Carrowmore features more than 35 passage tombs built almost 6,000 years ago, making it the oldest and densest concentration of Neolithic tombs in Ireland. The cemetery sits against Sligo’s rural backdrop and is watched over by Knocknarea mountain and Queen Maeve’s Cairn.
A restored cottage on site houses an exhibition that introduces the landscape and its archaeology.
Quick Facts
- Location: Carrowmore, County Sligo (F91 E638)
- Landscape: Cúil Íorra Peninsula, near Sligo town
- Monuments: Over 35 passage tombs
- Experience: Guided tours, interpretive exhibit, scenic viewpoints
Activities & What to See
Explore
- Walk the grassy paths and discover boulder circles with central dolmens.
- Visit the restored cottage exhibition for context before you tour the field.
- Admire views of Ben Bulben and the wide Atlantic-facing landscape.
Experience
- Join an expertly guided tour to uncover the stories of the tombs.
- Photograph the Listoghil chamber and its monumental stone setting.
- Pause for the panoramic view toward Knocknarea and Queen Maeve’s Cairn.
Plan Your Visit
Wear sturdy footwear for grass paths and uneven ground. Facilities on site include a car park, toilets, and an interpretive exhibit.
Opening times: 12 March – 04 November 2026, 9:30–16:30 (last admission).
Admission: Adult €5, Group/Senior €4, Child/Student €3, Family €13.
Accessibility & Notes
- Limited access for wheelchair users.
- Assistance dogs only.
- Uneven walkways across the site.
- Recommended visit duration: 1–1.5 hours.
How to Book a Tour
Guided tours are available on site. For bookings, accessibility details, or group visits, contact the site team directly.
Contact
- Phone: +353 71 916 1534
- Email: carrowmoretomb@opw.ie
- Address: Carrowmore, Sligo, F91 E638
Getting Here
Carrowmore is 5km from the Sligo/Dublin road, just off the N4 at the N4–R292 junction. From Sligo town centre, follow the R292 toward Strandhill for about 4km.
The site is close to the Queen Maeve Trail on Knocknarea Hill, around 8km away.
On Arrival
- Free car parking on site.
- Pedestrian access to the field of tombs.
- Bring weather-ready layers for Atlantic conditions.
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