Attraction in Midlands
Tullamore Dew Heritage Centre
The Tullamore Dew Heritage Centre relates the story of Tullamore Dew Whiskey, one of Ireland's coveted brands, from its birthplace in the 1897 Bonded Warehouse, with free samples at the end.
Bog Rail Tour
Making its way through the impressive blackwater bog near Shannonbridge in Co Offaly, the Bog Rail Tour is a 9km rail excursion where guests learn about the history and ecology of Ireland's bog lands.
Birr Castle Demesne
Set in the heart of Birr in the Co. Offaly, Birr Castle Demesne is a lush 120 acre garden containing some 4,000 species of plants that span four centuries of gardening styles, and visitors centre interpretting the impressive family's impressive scientific achievements.
The Thatch Bar and Restaurant
Set in the Midlands village of Crinkill just outside the heritage town of Birr in Co. Offaly, The Thatch is an atmospheric family run, traditional country pub, restaurant, and veritable heritage attraction in business for nearly 200 years.
Lough Boora Parklands
In the midlands of Co. Offaly, Lough Boora Parklands is a magnificent wetlands and wildlife wilderness that includes more than 50 km of walking trails and a Sculpture in the Parklands, permanent installations paying tribute to the bog.
