Things to Do in Ballymahon

Location & Regional Guide:

Planning a visit to Ballymahon or holidaying nearby in County Longford? Explore the town's top local activities, outdoor greenways, historic landmarks, dining spots, and indoor adventures.

Discover Ballymahon: Nature, History & Indoor Adventure 

Nestled along the picturesque River Inny and the Royal Canal, Ballymahon is a charming town in South County Longford offering a wonderful mix of outdoor relaxation, Irish heritage, cozy dining, and interactive entertainment.

Here is a guide to the few activities and things to do during your stay in Ballymahon:

Top Things to Do in and Around Ballymahon 

• 1. Test Your Brain at The Lost Exit Escape Room:

  • Indoor Team Adventure: Right in the heart of Ballymahon, The Lost Exit escape room offers a 60-minute interactive escape room challenge.

  • Why Visit: It’s a screen-free, weather-proof activity for families, couples, and friends. Choose from four themed missions: The Lost Pyramid, Wizard School, Chaos in Wonderland, or The Green Shadow: The Dream.

• 2. Cycle the Royal Canal Greenway (Bike Hire Available):

  • Outdoor Recreation: Rent bicycles locally (such as from Ballymahon Greenway Cycles) and explore miles of scenic, traffic-free trails running alongside the peaceful Royal Canal towpaths.

• 3. Relax at Canal View Spa:

  • Wellness & Unwinding: Located nearby along the canal banks in Foygh, the Canal View Spa provides a peaceful wellness setting complete with hot tubs and saunas—ideal for relaxing after an active day outdoors.

• 4. Walk the Ancient Iron Age Trackway (Corlea Trackway):

  • Step Back 2,000 Years: Located just a few minutes outside Ballymahon near Kenagh, visit the Corlea Trackway Visitor Centre. Walk along an authentic Iron Age wooden roadway built across the boglands in 148 BC.

• 5. Enjoy Cozy Local Pubs & Restaurants:

  • Food & Drinks: Ballymahon boasts a welcoming food scene. Stop in for coffee and fresh baking at local cafes, or head to historic pubs like Skelly's Bar & Restaurant for seasonal meals, cold drinks, and traditional Irish music.

Create Your Perfect Day Out in Ballymahon

1. Morning: Hire a bike and take a scenic cycle along the Royal Canal Greenway.

2. Afternoon: Travel back in time at the Corlea Trackway, followed by a private mission inside The Lost Exit Escape Room.

3. Evening: Unwind at the Canal View Spa and enjoy a relaxing dinner at a local town pub.

Plan Your Ballymahon Itinerary Today

Whether you are staying locally or visiting from nearby Center Parcs, Ballymahon offers something for everyone!

Book your private game slot today at thelostexit.ie