Local Attractions near Gort
There’s a wide range of things to see and to do around County Galway as well as its neighbouring counties.
The Lady Gregory Hotel has easy access to outstanding areas of interest in both counties Galway and Clare, such as the Burren, Kinvara and the Cliffs of Moher. Enjoy unique access to both Galway City and the attractions of the Wild Atlantic Way when you book your stay at The Lady Gregory Hotel.
See some of our recommended local attractions below.
Coole Park
Ireland’s most spectacular nature reserve covering approximately 400 hectares in Gort. 10 minutes from Lady Gregory Hotel.
Thoor Ballylee
A well-preserved 14th century Norman tower where Nobel Prize winner W.B. Yeats once lived in Gort. 10 minutes from Lady Gregory Hotel.
Dunguaire Castle
Located only 20 minutes from The Lady Gregory Hotel, a visit to Dunguaire Castle makes for the perfect day trip while staying at our hotel.
Galway Cathedral
One of Europe’s largest and most spectacular great stone churches in Galway City. 50 minutes from Lady Gregory Hotel
Aillwee Cave and Birds of Prey Centre
One of the oldest caves in Ireland. Birds of Prey Centre & lots more to see. At Ballyvaughan County Clare. 40 minutes from our hotel.
Ennis Friary
13th century Franciscan friary carved 15th/16th-century sculptures in limestone. At Ennis County Clare. 30 minutes from our hotel.
Bunratty Castle and Folk Park
Built in 1425, Bunratty Castle is the most authentic medieval fortress in Ireland. Bunratty County Clare, 30 minutes from our hotel.
Burren National Park
Contains 1,500 hectares of parklands in Corofin County Clare. 25 minutes from Lady Gregory Hotel.
Caherconnell Stone Fort
Ireland’s beautiful fortification & sheepdog demos, located in Caherconnell, County Clare. 40 minutes from Lady Gregory Hotel.
Poulnabrone Dolmen
The oldest dated megalithic monument in Ireland, located only 40 mins drive from The Lady Gregory Hotel.