Destination Ballyhaunis

Ballyhaunis is an ideal destination for a short break or a longer holiday.The town is situated in the South East corner of County Mayo close to the borders with Counties Galway and Roscommon.

Ireland West Airport Knock is only 20 minutes away, Galway, Sligo and Athlone around 1 hour and Dublin only 2 hours and 30 mins. There are also excellent bus services from the major towns and cities and a direct train service from Dublin.

There is plenty of comfortable and friendly accommodation in the town where you will be welcomed  like a long lost friend.

You will find some ideas for sport and leisure or places to visit in the area but if you just fancy taking it easy and enjoying a drink and a chat with the locals there are plenty of pubs and cafe's where you will be able to sit back and enjoy yourself. If on the other hand you fancy a bit of music or a sing song just check out our entertainment guide or events page. 

Just take a look round our website and you will see for yourself that Ballyhaunis is certainly a great place to visit.

Click on the image below to see 360 views of the town, a view from the top of the Church, Inside the Church, View of The Friary etc

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