St John the Baptist Cathedral, Sligo

Name: St John the Baptist Cathedral
Address: 88 John Street, Sligo, Ireland
Telephone: 353-71-62263

#11 among attractions in Sligo

Sacred and religious sites, Church

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St John the Baptist Cathedral, Sligo or more properly the Cathedral of St Mary the Virgin and St John the Baptist, Sligo but also known as Sligo Cathedral is one of two cathedral churches in the diocese of Kilmore, Elphin and Ardagh in the Church of Ireland. It is situated in the town of Sligo, Ireland in the ecclesiastical province of Armagh. ()

Coordinates: 54°16'12"N, 8°28'38"W

Address

88 John StreetSligo Ireland

Contact

353-71-62263

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St John the Baptist Cathedral – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Sligo Abbey, Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Hawk's Well Theatre, Sligo County Museum.

~1560 ftE
1200s Dominican friary with noted altar
Sligo Abbey, Sligo
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the bustling town of Sligo, Ireland, lies Sligo Abbey, a monastic site steeped in history and spirituality. This Dominican friary, founded in the mid-13th century, stands as a testament to the region's rich ecclesiastical heritage and offers...
~300 ftW
Sacred and religious sites, Church
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Sligo
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Sligo, Ireland, the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception stands as a beacon of faith and history. This impressive church, dedicated to the Virgin Mary, is a pivotal landmark in the city, serving both as a place of worship and a testament...
~440 ftS
Concerts and shows, Theater
Hawk's Well Theatre, Sligo
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Sligo, Ireland, the Hawk's Well Theatre stands as a beacon of cultural arts and entertainment. This intimate venue, with a seating capacity that brings audiences up close to the performances, has been a central part of Sligo's cultural landscape...
~1330 ftNE
Museum
Sligo County Museum, Sligo
7 min walk • Sligo County Museum is a museum dedicated to the history of County Sligo. The museum is housed in a former manse on Stephen Street, Sligo town.
0.9 miN
54°16'59"N • 8°28'21"W
Berties Pitch & Putt, Sligo
24 min walk • Outdoor activities, Golf
0.6 miNE
Museum, Art museum
The Model, Sligo
17 min walk • The Model, home of the Niland Collection, formerly called Model Arts and Niland Gallery, is a contemporary arts centre and gallery space in Sligo, Ireland.
~1350 ftN
54°16'26"N • 8°28'36"W
Famine Memorial, Sligo
7 min walk • Monuments and statues, Memorial
1.5 miSE
Archaeological site
Carns Cairn
38 min walk • Carns Cairn is a cairn and National Monument located in County Sligo, Ireland.
~1140 ftNE
54°16'21"N • 8°28'26"W
Young Yeats, Sligo
6 min walk • Architecture, History museum, Memorial
0.9 miE
54°16'0"N • 8°27'20"W
Zero Gravity Skatepark, Sligo
24 min walk • Game and entertainment center, Park
0.8 miNE
54°16'45"N • 8°27'56"W
Knocknarea Mountain, Sligo
21 min walk • Universities and schools

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to St John the Baptist Cathedral?

Nearby attractions include Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Sligo (2 min walk), Hawk's Well Theatre, Sligo (3 min walk), Lady Eireann, Sligo (4 min walk), Quayside Shopping Centre, Sligo (5 min walk).

How to get to St John the Baptist Cathedral by public transport?

The nearest stations to St John the Baptist Cathedral:

Train

Sligo Mac Diarmada (6 min walk)

Bus

Sligo Bus Station • Lines: 23 (6 min walk)
Sligo Institute of Technology • Lines: 23 (21 min walk)