
Beneath the shadow of Knocknarea mountain, where Queen Maeve's ancient tomb crowns the summit, a town of literary ghosts and lively pubs awaits. Follow in Yeats' footsteps along the riverfront, where his bronze likeness contemplates the waters that inspired his most haunting verses. The Model and Sligo County Museum showcase local artistic heritage, while O'Connell Street's pubs overflow with traditional music sessions that start spontaneously and end reluctantly. Kayak on shell-strewn Lough Gill to discover the 'Lake Isle of Innisfree' that captivated the poet's imagination. After dark, Hawks Well Theatre offers contemporary performances in a town where creativity flows as steadily as the Atlantic tides. Order a pint and ask locals about their favorite Yeats poem – everyone has one.
