Carlow Travel Guide

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      Joe's Chinese Restaurant, Carlow
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Things to Do  

Browne's Hill Dolmen

Browne's Hill Dolmen, Carlow

 3 Reviews  Brownshill Dolmen is a megalithic tomb that is rumoured to have the largest capstone in Europe...100 metric tons.The site was never excavated but is believed to be the burial place of a local king. Its a pretty impressive site and is located in the middle of a field just outside Carlow town.... 

Carlow Castle

Carlow Castle, Carlow

 2 Reviews  carlow castle is an interesting ruin located in central carlow. it was built by william de marshal and the lord of leinster between 1207 and 1213. this castle withstood an attack by cromwell in 1650. in 1814 the castle was bought by a wealthy carlow buinessman who wanted to turn it into an insane... 

Hotels  

Talbot Carlow

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Seven Oaks Hotel

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Hotels  

Dolmen Hotel ***: Dolmen Hotel ***

Dolmen Hotel ***: Dolmen Hotel ***, Carlow

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Barrow Lodge: B & B

Barrow Lodge: B & B, Carlow

 Nobbe Says:   Its central location to Carlow town allows you to explore some splendid buildings of architectural and historical importance. The ruins of Carlow Castle are imposingly sited on the banks of the River Barrow within close proximity of Barrow Lodge. 

Restaurants  

Pompei: Real Italian Food by Real Italians

Pompei: Real Italian Food by Real Italians, Carlow

 CrepeSeason Says:  As a local, I have to say that Pompei is by far the best restaurant in Carlow. Staff are friendly and attentive (without being pushy) and the atmosphere is light, airy and relaxed.There is a real sense of a "real Italian restaurant" here: a large number of the staff are the... 

Joe's Chinese Restaurant: Good Chinese Dinner in Carlow

Joe's Chinese Restaurant: Good Chinese Dinner in Carlow, Carlow

 iblatt Says:  Our relatives from Carlow picked Joe's for a family dinner for three [hungry] generations: kids, parents, grandmother.The decor is slick and modern, with a Chinese touch. The center of each table is a turntable, with all the tasty dishes rotating and accessible to all. My... 

Mulberrys: Restaurant....in a Garden Centre!!!

Mulberrys: Restaurant....in a Garden Centre!!!, Carlow

 SabrinaSummerville Says:  Mulberrys is the name of the restaurant in the very beautiful Arboretum Garden Centre. The garden centre has consistently been voted the No 1 centre in Ireland, but I will deal with that in another tip.Mulberrys is situated in a big warehouse-type of building, but that's... 

Dinn Ri: Dinn Ri

Dinn Ri: Dinn Ri, Carlow

 Marla_D Says:  Dinn Ri is a huge complex in the town centre consisting of bar, restaurant, disco bar, nightclub and live venue. The Dinn Ri pub itself is set on different levels and there are lots of comfy seats. Although the menu isn't huge you should find something you like, food is... 

Nightlife  

Teach Dolman: Craic!

Teach Dolman: Craic!, Carlow

 tara108 Says:  If you're in Carlow on a Thursday night, this is the spot to be! Great live music, friendly staff and good food and drink! 

Atlantis: casino carow

Atlantis: casino carow, Carlow

 luceypaul Says:  Atlantis casino is a great spot to hang out after hours Carlow, all of vegas action and fun wth drinks and music, open until 6 am roulette, blackjack and poker smart casual 

Butler's Bar & Lounge: ...or a few more

Butler's Bar & Lounge: ...or a few more, Carlow

 Nobbe Says:  You can have a few more pints at Butler's Bar if you like. Come as you are. 

Finegans: Have a pint

Finegans: Have a pint, Carlow

 Nobbe Says:  Go there and have a pint (or two). Really good after a long day one the road. Come as you are. 

Shopping  

Shopping / Markets

Shopping / Markets, Carlow

 2 Reviews  Sitauted on the high street this beautiful boutique is a mecca for fashion lovers.I would almost just go back to Ireland to visit it again! If it's possible to have a child-friendly shop this is definitely one! The staff here all have kids as far as I can remember and they were just great with... 

Off The Beaten Path  

Milford

Milford, Carlow

 Marla_D Says:  Milford is situated on the "Barrow Way" (picturesque route along the river Barrow) around 5 miles south of Carlow town, off the Kilkenny road. It is a really nice spot with three bridges, weir and canal and is very popular with local anglers. Im not sure what kind of fish... 

Killeshin

Killeshin, Carlow

 Marla_D Says:  Killeshin is located just outside Carlow town on the Castlecomber Road. If you drive/cycle to the top there are lovely views of the surrounding coutryside. There is a picnic area and I believe there are dancing boards there on Sundays. At the foot of the hills you will find... 

Sports & Outdoors  

Hurling

Hurling, Carlow

 ZacharyB Says:  While in Ireland, do what you can to get to a hurling or gaelic football match. We had the treat of catching both at Dr. Cullen Park in Carlow. Hurling is an unbelivably fast and athletic sport, and very different from any sport I'd seen played before. Worth an hour of your... 

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Carlow Town

Carlow Town, Carlow

 Nobbe Says:  Carlow Town is the capital of County Carlow and this town has the name of being the Celtic Centre of Ireland. Carlow was a Gaelic stronghold, long before it was a Viking and Norman settlement. 

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 There's no place like home! - Carlow is a great little town with friendly people, nice shops and pubs, surrounded by beautiful counrtyside. 

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 Carlow town is the county seat of Carlow county, a bustling market town with an ancient history and tradition. The town, established by the Anglo-Normans in the twelveth century, is on the banks of...... 

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There's no place like home!

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 Carlow is a great little town with friendly people, nice shops and pubs, surrounded by beautiful counrtyside. 

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 carlow is a small market town between dublin and kilkenny. carlow was founded by the anglo-normans in the 12th century. carlow is home to the brownes hill dolman. carlow's dolman is the largest in... 

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 I've got some interesting experiences in Carlow. I'd love to share with you the 0 tips I've written, the 18 photos uploaded, and 2 travelogues I've created. 

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 I've just returned from a night in Carlow with 4 work mates. We thought it would be fun to go for a night and dress in crazy costumes for our friends birthday. we had a pleasant meal sitting back in... 

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