Ballina

Ballina

With picturesque Georgian streetscapes, bustling cafes and restaurants and proximity to North Mayo attractions, Ballina offers something for every interest and pace.

Ballina is known as the Salmon Capital of Ireland with the River Moy’s bountiful supply of salmon attracting more than 200,000 visitors annually for angling holidays and the world-famous Ballina Salmon Festival. Surfers and beach lovers are only a 23 minute connecting bus from one of Ireland's best surfable beaches at Enniscrone.

Citylink delivers you to the centre of town on Humbert Street – just a quick ten-minute walk to the Salmon Weir Pedestrian Bridge where you might catch sight of the region’s spirited salmon leaping from the tumbling waters beneath. 

For the full list of unique activities, lodgings, and food experiences that make Ballina and North Mayo such a fantastic holiday destination, why not head to North Mayo's fantastic visitor website for inspiration.

And remember to guarantee the best value fare to get there when you book online, and make sure to use your Student and Young Adult Leap Card or Free Travel Pass!

Connacht Whiskey Company Distillery

Just four minutes from Ballina on the outskirts of town is this delightful craft distillery producing hand-crafted single malt pot still Irish whiskey. Enjoy a small group guided distillery tour, sample whiskey, gin, poitín and vodka in the bar and take home a souvenir from the gift shop for a unique distillery experience in a distinctive rural, coastal location.

Foxford Woollen Mills

Famous for its textured, skilfully woven Irish lambswool products including throws, scarves, clothing and home furnishings, the Foxford Woollen Mills were founded in 1892 by an Irish nun with a vision to create employment for local people. Guided tours provide visitors with an insight into the history of the Mills and the expert craftsmanship which has become synonymous with the brand. Foxford is located just 20 mins from Ballina and is also on the Galway to Ballina route.

Jackie Clarke Collection Museum

This Museum is one of Ireland's best kept secrets, containing a treasure trove of unique artefacts from Irish history. The Museum's founder, Jackie Clarke, was a Ballina Businessman and a genius collector of historical items. For history buffs, this museum is worth the trip to Ballina alone and you can spend hours poring over incredible pieces including period maps, posters, and photographs that capture key periods of Irish history and her struggle for independence. 

The building itself is a unique setting, a former provincial bank building with a beautiful walled garden.

For more infomation head to https://www.clarkecollection.ie/