Portlick Castle

#697 among destinations in Ireland

Forts and castles, Reportedly haunted

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Portlick Castle is a late medieval tower house castle near the village of Glasson, County Westmeath, Ireland. It is located approximately 6 miles from Athlone on the shores of Lough Ree. It comprises a square late medieval 4-storey stone tower with an attached 2-storey Georgian wing and Victorian tower. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 53°28'59"N, 7°54'0"W

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Portlick Castle – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Golden Island Shopping Centre, Sean's Bar, Athlone Towncentre, IRA Memorial.

4.6 miS
Shopping, Shopping centre
Golden Island Shopping Centre, Athlone
117 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Ireland's historic town of Athlone, the Golden Island Shopping Centre stands as a modern-day marketplace, offering a diverse shopping experience to locals and visitors alike. Established in 1997, this bustling retail hub has become an integral...
4.5 miS
Nightlife
Sean's Bar, Athlone
116 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Athlone, Ireland, Sean's Bar holds the esteemed title of being not only a local watering hole but also one of the oldest pubs in the world. With its history dating back to 900 AD, this distinguished establishment has been serving patrons for...
4.4 miS
Shopping, Shopping centre
Athlone Towncentre, Athlone
112 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Ireland, amidst the bustling life of the historic town of Athlone, lies Athlone Towncentre – a premier shopping destination that has become a central hub for both locals and visitors. This modern and spacious shopping centre is a retail haven...
4.4 miS
Memorial
IRA Memorial, Athlone
113 min walk • The IRA Memorial in Athlone, Ireland, stands as a somber reminder of the country's turbulent history. This monument is dedicated to the members of the Irish Republican Army who fought and died in the struggle for Irish independence.
4.5 miSW
Visitor center, History museum, Museum
Athlone Castle, Athlone
115 min walk • Athlone Castle, a formidable structure steeped in Irish history, stands proudly in the town of Athlone, Ireland. Constructed in the 12th century for King John by Bishop John de Gray of Norwich, this imposing edifice has served as a military fortress, a bastion against...
4.5 miSW
Art museum, Museum
Luan Gallery, Athlone
114 min walk • The Luan Gallery is a publicly owned art gallery in Athlone, Westmeath, Ireland. The gallery opened in 2012, and the building consists of the older part, a former public library built in 1897 as a temperance hall, combined with a newer wing, designed by Keith Williams.
4.6 miSW
Concerts and shows, Theater
Dean Crowe Theatre, Athlone
118 min walk • The Dean Crowe Theatre & Arts Centre is a theatre and arts space in Athlone, Westmeath, Ireland.
4.3 miS
Concerts and shows, Theater
Athlone Little Theatre, Athlone
110 min walk • The Athlone Little Theatre is a theatre and performance space in Athlone, Westmeath, Ireland.
4.1 miS
Forts and castles
Moydrum Castle
105 min walk • Moydrum Castle is a ruined castle situated in the locality of Moydrum, Ireland, just to the east of Athlone. The property is privately owned.
4.3 miSW
Bridge
Athlone Railway Bridge, Athlone
110 min walk • The Athlone Railway Bridge, also known as the White Bridge, is a railway bridge over the River Shannon at Athlone, Ireland.
3 miNW
Large lake with islands and swimming spots
Lough Ree
76 min walk • Lough Ree is a lake in the midlands of Ireland, the second of the three major lakes on the River Shannon. Lough Ree is the second largest lake on the Shannon after Lough Derg.