Discount Car Rental in Sligo

Settled thousands of years ago when an abundance of shellfish was noticed in the waters throughout the area, Sligo has a rich well preserved history that would rival most of Europe. Sacred sites and ancient ruins set amongst amazing scenery make the area perfect for touring with a car hire and seeing a truly unique part of the world.

Auto Europe offers several pick up locations and a large fleet selection, so finding a car rental in Sligo, Ireland, is both easy and economical.

Travelling in Sligo with a Rental Car

Before you head off to see the sights, a great idea is to visit Sligo County Museum and get familiarised with the area. Drive your hire car down to Stephen Street, located just beside the river near the centre of town. Here you can find out about the history of the region and its people, and for art lovers there is a gallery next door which is definitely worth checking out also.

To the east of Sligo, is Lough Gill, a massive picturesque lake, visited by many tourists for its beauty alone. Drive your rental car out to the lake, and perhaps take a cruise and explore its treasures from the water. Towards the eastern edge of the lake lies Parkes Castle, a magnificent fortified mansion from the 17th century. Restored to it's former glory, the castle is a superb example of local architecture and not to be missed.

Jump in your hire car and head west from Sligo, where more surprises and great attractions await. Just a short drive out of town you can visit Carrowmore, a sacred site from ancient times. Used as a burial place over 5000 years ago, giant boulders that made up the tombs still stand to this day, and the site regarded as one of the major stone age structures in Ireland. A short distance further west from here is Knocknarea, a granite mountain with stunning views from the top, an excellent way to see the beauty of the entire region, as well as much of the nearby coastline.

Useful Distances and Day Trip Ideas in Sligo

Car Hire in Sligo with Auto Europe

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