Quaint village pubs, as well as more modern establishments in Sligo City itself, will appeal to students looking for the renowned Irish "craic", as well as families who want to relax in a welcoming atmosphere, and lecturers who simply want to sit back and enjoy a pint of Guinness.

Those seeking out traditional Irish pubs with lively music and a warm atmosphere will be spoiled for choice in Sligo. Old-fashioned pubs with woodburning stoves and local musicians dropping in for a "session" are plentiful throughout the city, while bars that broadcast major sporting events and offer karaoke nights are also dotted around Sligo.

A selection of discos and nightclubs will also ensure that the young, and the young at heart, can dance the night away.
The great outdoors

One of the most popular past times in Sligo is going for a round of golf, and certainly there's no shortage of top-class golf courses to choose from. County Sligo Golf Club in the wonderful location of Rosses Point; Enniscrone Golf Club, which is regarded as one of Ireland's finest links courses; Strandhill Golf Course, which has been called "the jewel of the West" by golfing legend Christy O'Connor; and the newly opened Castle Dargan, designed by Irish golfer Darren Clarke, to name but a few.

Hill-walking and horse-riding are also popular outdoor pursuits for all ages. Sligo's countryside is dotted