Famine Memorial, Sligo

#15 among attractions in Sligo

Monuments and statues, Memorial

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Facts and practical information

Famine Memorial (address: The Quay) is a place located in Sligo (Sligo county) and belongs to the category of monuments and statues, memorial.

It is situated at an altitude of 16 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 54°16'26"N latitude and 8°28'36"W longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Famine Memorial is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Sligo Mac Diarmada (train, 7 min walk), Sligo Bus Station (bus, 7 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Factory theatre (concerts and shows, 2 min walk), Quayside Shopping Centre (shopping, 3 min walk), Young Yeats (architecture, 4 min walk).

Coordinates: 54°16'26"N, 8°28'36"W

Address

The QuaySligo Ireland

Contact

353-71-61202

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Famine Memorial – 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.

~1760 ftSE
1200s Dominican friary with noted altar
Sligo Abbey, Sligo
9 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...
~1510 ftS
Sacred and religious sites, Church
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Sligo
8 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...
~1790 ftS
Concerts and shows, Theater
Hawk's Well Theatre, Sligo
9 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...
~960 ftSE
Museum
Sligo County Museum, Sligo
5 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.
~1350 ftS
Sacred and religious sites, Church
St John the Baptist Cathedral, Sligo
7 min walk • 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.
0.7 miN
54°16'59"N • 8°28'21"W
Berties Pitch & Putt, Sligo
17 min walk • Outdoor activities, Golf
0.6 miE
Museum, Art museum
The Model, Sligo
15 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.
~770 ftSE
54°16'21"N • 8°28'26"W
Young Yeats, Sligo
4 min walk • Architecture, History museum, Memorial
1 miSE
54°16'0"N • 8°27'20"W
Zero Gravity Skatepark, Sligo
26 min walk • Game and entertainment center, Park
0.6 miNE
54°16'45"N • 8°27'56"W
Knocknarea Mountain, Sligo
16 min walk • Universities and schools
~510 ftSW
54°16'22"N • 8°28'42"W
Quayside Shopping Centre, Sligo
3 min walk • Shopping, Square

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Famine Memorial?

Nearby attractions include Factory theatre, Sligo (2 min walk), Quayside Shopping Centre, Sligo (3 min walk), Young Yeats, Sligo (4 min walk), Sligo County Museum, Sligo (5 min walk).

How to get to Famine Memorial by public transport?

The nearest stations to Famine Memorial:

Train

Sligo Mac Diarmada (7 min walk)

Bus

Sligo Bus Station • Lines: 23 (7 min walk)
Sligo Institute of Technology • Lines: 23 (18 min walk)