Shannon Airport 1 hr 22
Lougha Lough Boora Parklands (21 min) The Leviathan of Parsonstown (4 min) Roscrea Castle (18 min)
Historic complex that includes a restored medieval castle, walled courtyard & landscaped gardens. Slieve Bloom Mountains (37 min)
Hiking, biking & horseback riding in a gently undulating landscape dotted with villages & castles. Bike Park Ireland (15 min) Redwood Castle (21 min)
Castle and architecture Lackeen Castle (17 min)
Castle and history Leap Castle, Ireland (11 min)
This 16th-century fortress, home & tomb with a violent & tragic past is thought to be haunted. Cumberland Column (18 min) Lough Boora Discovery Park (21 min)
Natural area with tree-shaded walking & biking trails, a fairy trail, fishing & birdwatching. Roscrea Heritage - Roscrea Castle and Damer House (18 min) Birr Castle (3 min)
Scenic castle gardens featuring rare trees and a science centre with a 19th-century telescope. Seir Kieran Monastery (7 min) | 
