
County Laois offers a warm welcome and the promise of a unique experience that lingers long after your visit, with its rich heritage, stunning landscapes, and vibrant local charm.
County Laois serves up a delicious taste of Ireland, where local flavours, cosy cafés, and lively pubs offer memorable moments and warm hospitality in every bite and sip.
County Laois invites you to rest and recharge with a range of welcoming accommodation, from charming guesthouses to elegant hotels, all set against a backdrop of peaceful countryside and friendly local charm.
Planning your visit to County Laois is the first step towards a memorable escape, with helpful tips, local insights, and all you need to make the most of your time in this hidden gem of Ireland.
Laois Chamber Alliance brings together Laois Chamber and Laois Tourism under one umbrella—enhancing collaboration, events, and opportunities to build a thriving local economy and promote Laois as a premier destination to live, work, visit, invest, and do business.
County Laois offers a warm welcome and the promise of a unique experience that lingers long after your visit, with its rich heritage, stunning landscapes, and vibrant local charm.
County Laois serves up a delicious taste of Ireland, where local flavours, cosy cafés, and lively pubs offer memorable moments and warm hospitality in every bite and sip.
County Laois invites you to rest and recharge with a range of welcoming accommodation, from charming guesthouses to elegant hotels, all set against a backdrop of peaceful countryside and friendly local charm.
Planning your visit to County Laois is the first step towards a memorable escape, with helpful tips, local insights, and all you need to make the most of your time in this hidden gem of Ireland.
Laois Chamber Alliance brings together Laois Chamber and Laois Tourism under one umbrella—enhancing collaboration, events, and opportunities to build a thriving local economy and promote Laois as a premier destination to live, work, visit, invest, and do business.
Situated at the foothills of the Slieve Bloom Mountains, Mountrath is the last town you stop in before you escape into the quite rolling hills.
The busy market town has number of great places to eat and refuel. Or pick up a picnic and enjoy one of the great spots in the nearby mountains. The artisan Cottage Market runs of the 1st Saturday of each month where everything is home-made or home grown and award winning Keegan’s butchers supply many of the local hotels and restaurants including Ballyfin Demesne.
Roundwood House is a true escape. A family run guesthouse, you can be assured of a warm welcome and a truly personalised stay. The multi award winning and 5 star plus Ballyfin Demesne is located just outside Mountrath in the nearby village of Ballyfin. This magical spot is the ideal location for a special occasion.
The villages of Coolrain and Camross lie to the south of the town and are charming to visit. Make sure you check out the Poet’s Cottage and stop for some refreshments in Sheeran’s traditional thatched pub.
With the mountains all around this part of Laois you are never too far away from a great outdoors experience. For family friendly walks Monicknew is an ideal location with tall forests and river valleys it’s perfect for exploring. Go a little further and discover Glenbarrow, its waterfall and its looped walk.
The new mountain bike track situated in nearby Baunreagh is built to the highest standards and will thrill even the most experienced cyclist.