Sligo Abbey

About this place

Sligo Abbey (Irish: Mainistir Shligigh) was a Dominican convent in Sligo, Ireland, founded in 1253. It was built in the Romanesque style with some later additions and alterations. Extensive ruins remain, mainly of the church and the cloister. The site is managed by the Office of Public Works and opens on a seasonal basis - March 17 to November 5 is the 2023 season. Sligo Abbey is open daily from 10.00 am - 6.00 pm, with last admissions at 5.15 pm.

Visitor Information

Admission

Paid

Heritage status

Protected Heritage Site

Getting There & Parking

Sligo Abbey is located in County Sligo, roughly 151 km (2h 15m drive) from Galway and 227 km (3h 20m) from Dublin. The nearest public car park is 55 m away. Nearby highlights within a short drive include Model Niland Gallery (0.3 km away).