Top things to do in Armagh

There is an array of interesting and fun things to do in County Armagh. Here are some to get you started. Explore Armagh City Centre

Take a day to explore three fascinating Church of Ireland buildings in Ireland’s ecclesiastical capital. First, connect way back to the time of St. Patrick in the stunning Anglican cathedral that bears his name. Then head for the close by Armagh Robinson Library, a museum holding rare and exquisite books. No. 5 Vicars’ Hill is a short distance away.

Visit St. Patrick’s Cathedral

Ascend the huge stone stairway and be prepared to be awed by the ornate detail of Armagh city’s beautiful St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Cathedral.

Walk the Georgian Mall

Take a stroll through the tree-lined Mall in the heart of Armagh to absorb the city’s Georgian ambience. Appreciate the wonderful architecture and explore two great museums. Armagh County Museum and Royal Irish Fusiliers Museum.

Stargaze at Armagh Planetarium

The Planetarium offers ‘out of this world’ experiences of the night sky in a digital theatre that gives awe-inspiring experiences of the planets, constellations and galaxies.

Discover Lough Neagh

Perfect for a whole day out, Lough Neagh Discovery Centre is in the middle of a haven of natural beauty – Oxford Island Nature Reserve. Teeming with wildlife and with fantastic views of Lough Neagh, the miles of walks, bird watching hides, restaurant and children’s play areas make this is a great spot for discovering the marvels of Lough Neagh.

Meet Celtic characters

Navan Fort was the ancient capital and seat of the Kings of Ulster; the adjacent Navan Centre brings its rich history to life.

Unravel the Ring of Gullion

The 576m mountain of Slieve Gullion lies above and at the centre of a mysterious geological formation of lesser hills and dominates the south Armagh landscape.

Hit the water at Craigavon Lakes

Kayaking, water-skiing, windsurfing, sailing, canoeing, banana oating – the Craigavon Lakes are excellent for all sorts of activity on the water. Head to Craigavon Watersports Centre for inexpensive pay and play facilities for open canoes, kayaks or a stand up paddle boards (available between April and October).

Spend a day with Irish gentry

Built in the 1820s and now in the hands of the National Trust, The Argory is a delightful Irish gentry house surrounded by a wooded riverside estate.

Visit the Milford House Collection

Visit the most technologically advanced house in 19th century Ireland – the first in Ireland to be lit with hydroelectricity.