A National-rated castle on Lough Derg, a Dominican friary founded in 1254 where Patrick Sarsfield was married in 1689, and two churches of the same name a few steps apart — 9 stops through Portumna, Co. Galway. Looking for things to do in Portumna? Start here — no car, no ticket, no booking.
Medieval & CastlesEcclesiasticalGeorgian & Big HousesRevolutionary & Military
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Stops on This Trail
Portumna Castle
Portumna Dominican Priory
Hibernian House
Saint Brigid's Catholic Church
Saint Brigid's Church (Old)
Miller Mausoleum
Saint Joseph's Convent
Portumna Courthouse
Christ Church (Lickmolassy)
For Schools
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