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Local Attractions

Midlands Park Hotel

The town of Portlaoise is a well-established tourist destination spot with a number of attractions making it an ideal place to visit every year. Portlaoise is gaining popularity as a place worth visiting on the outskirts of Dublin, in particular, It is the perfect stopover for anyone driving between the capital and Limerick.

We’ve also compiled a list of things to do in Portlaoise and the nearby area so you can plan your trip in advance.

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Castlecomer Discovery Park

Recreational and educational park boasts some exciting activities for everyone of all ages

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Japanese Gardens and Irish National Stud

Renowned throughout the world. Includes The Stud Farm, Japanese Gardens, St Fiachra's Garden and Horse Museum

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Emo Court and Gardens

A neo-classical mansion which features magnificent gardens located approx. 15 minutes from us here at the Midlands Park Hotel

Slieve Bloom Mountains

The Slieve Bloom Mountains are among the major attractions located outside of Portlaoise linking Offaly and Laois

Gash Gardens

Beautiful gardens, interesting plants in an enchanting and peaceful environment. 20 minutes from the Midlands Park Hotel

Heywood Gardens

Heywood Gardens is the site of two garden types - the great park and the small interlocked formal gardens.

Lullymore Heritage Park

The Park is set on 60 acres of breath-taking landscape and explores Irish heritage, culture and environment with woodland/peat land trails

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Rock of Dunamase

The Rock of Dunamase is situated in Dunamase, merely 11 minutes from our Midlands Park Hotel

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Donaghmore Famine Workhouse Museum

Donaghmore Famine Workhouse Museum is a unique attraction in Laois. Located approx. 30 minutes from our hotel.

O'Moore Park

O'Moore Park is home to the Laois Hurling & Football Teams and located just 15 minutes from us here at the Midlands Park Hotel.

Timahoe Round Tower

An extraordinary carved doorway makes this the most elegant round tower in Ireland

Tullamore Dew

Tullamore Dew is a must visit while staying with us at the Midlands Park Hotel

Charleville Castle

Charleville Castle is a Gothic style castle located in Tullamore approx. 40 minutes from us here at the Midlands Park Hotel

Birr Castle

Birr Castle Gardens and Science Centre is famed for the beauty of its unusual landscapes

Newbridge Silverware

Newbridge Silverware is an Irish owned design, manufacturer of cutlery jewellery silverware and gift-ware