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Athlone Castle Visitor Centre is a family friendly tourist attraction in the heart of Ireland. Athlone’s history, people, castle and battles are explored and brought to life through a series of modern exhibitions. Child friendly multi media displays and interactive games guide the visitor through the castle. The great Siege of Athlone is experienced in a 360º cinematic presentation transporting visitors to the centre of the 1691 battle. Athlone...

St. Peter's Square
Athlone
Westmeath
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0906442130

Athlone Castle Visitor Centre is a family friendly tourist attraction in the heart of Ireland. Athlone’s history, people, castle and battles are explored and brought to life through a series of modern exhibitions. Child friendly multi media displays and interactive games guide the visitor through the castle. The great Siege of Athlone is experienced in a 360º cinematic presentation transporting visitors to the centre of the 1691 battle.
Athlone Castle Visitor Centre is a treat for all the family, with a courtyard picnic facilities and picturesque town views. The castle is located on the west side of Athlone town on the banks of the River Shannon. First built in the 12th century as a timber fort, Athlone Castle evolved into a bold, defensive building. Its most significant architectural features, such as the keep, have now been harnessed to act as a dramatic backdrop to its diverse and fascinating story. The newly designed exhibition spaces pursue both a chronological and thematic sequence combining hands-on and fun experiences such as games and dress-up activities that will appeal to both children and adults alike.
Bold sculptural forms help to convey human figures and historical milestones. 3D maps, audio-visual installations and original artifacts combine to bring the stories and characters of Athlone to life. The newest addition to the visitor centre is the display dedicated to the memory of Athlone’s famous son, John Count McCormack. Here the world-renowned tenor is honored with artifacts from both his social life and musical career.
This recently renovated tourist attraction is the perfect stop off point in the heart of the Lakeland’s Region of Ireland enroute to The Wild Atlantic Way.
Athlone Castle Visitor Centre is waiting for you to explore, engage and enjoy!