Large private collection of Irish rolling stock, equipment and fittings.
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Prehistoric complex accessed via the visitor centre in Tulsk village. There are some 240 sites in the complex, highlights include Rathcroghan Mound and Oweynagat Cave.
Grand Georgian manor, next to the ruins of the 16th-century castle. Tours are only available Jun-Aug but the grounds are open Apr-Oct daily. They also host the Percy French Festival in July. They may have accommodation.
Flat and National Hunt (jumps) races are held May-Sept on an oblong right-handed track of 2 km (1 mile 2 furlongs). There are 9 meetings a year: the main flat race is the Lenebane Stakes in July, while the main jumps event is the Kilbenet Novice Chase in late Sept.
Impressive Catholic church in neo-Gothic completed in 1903, with the tower added in 1916. It has a sunken grotto, painted ceiling and mosaic floor.
Strokestown Park
Magnificent Palladian mansion, but built upon ruthless exploitation of the tenantry, who were evicted or starved in great numbers. It incorporates the National Famine Museum, self-guided, but the full ticket includes a guided tour of the house at noon and 2PM.