Enniskillen is the ideal place over the next few months. Uniquely situated in the centre of the county between Upper and Lower Lough Erne and is Ireland’s only island town. The town was established beside Enniskillen Castle, built some 600 years ago by the Gaelic Maguires. The castle is situated along the banks of the River Erne and is the perfect place to begin exploring Fermanagh’s rich history. Home to Fermanagh County Museum and the Inniskillings Museum, visitors to Enniskillen Castle can also enjoy seven new galleries which tell the story of the local area from prehistoric to modern times.

Enjoy a guided tour of Enniskillen’s neo-classical masterpiece, Castle Coole. This National Trust property is set in a beautiful landscaped park with scenic walks to enjoy also.


Enniskillen Blueway Water Activity Zone is open all summer beside the footbridge at Erneside Shopping Centre and is the ideal location to try out canoeing, kayaking or stand up paddle boarding and offers a new adventure experience for family fun days out or for individuals and groups who want to explore Enniskillen, or further afield, from the water.  If you would prefer to captain your own boat and enjoy a short trip around Ireland's only island town, there are a number of options for day boat hire.  For a more exhilarating blast around Lough Erne, why not hop on the Erne Water Taxi.  Also on offer will be the new heritage boat, a boat tour taking in the monastic and heritage sites around Enniskillen including Devenish Island.  Or step on the MV Kestrel from the Brook Park for a leisurely tour, a great way to explore Fermanagh!


Keep the 22nd & 23rd September free when Enniskillen Castle comes alive with Festival Lough Erne - a celebration of the very best of local food and the Fermanagh Lakelands. The weekend will see a host of activity on and off the water with cookery demonstrations by celebrity and local chefs, local artisan food and drink producers and live entertainment all taking place at Enniskillen Castle. The weekend promises to be a feast of food and water based activities celebrating the very best of the Fermanagh Lakelands.


Not only is there lots to see & do in Enniskillen you’ll also find a range of fantastic accommodation. The Killyhevlin Hotel, The Westville Hotel, Belmore Court Motel and Enniskillen Hotel & Motel are all excellent choices for close proximity to the town centre where you can be close by to sample some of the town’s restaurants and pubs. Blakes of the Hollow traditional pub is an excellent spot for a drink, listen to some Irish music and see the famous ‘Game of Thrones’ door. Don’t forget to check out the Ardhowen Theatre, offering a wide ranging entertainment programme.