📜 Rathcroghan, also known as Cruachan Aí, is the ancient capital of Connacht and Europe's oldest, largest unexcavated Royal Site, and the origin place of Samhain.
🔍 Boasting over 240 archaeological sites spanning 5,500 years, it's a landscape rich in history and Irish mythology.

Why Go

✨ Explore over 240 archaeological sites
👑 Discover the legendary Queen Medb's domain
👻 Visit the mythological "Gate to Hell" (Oweynagat Cave entrance)
📚 Immerse in epic Irish tales like Táin Bó Cúailnge
🗣️ Engaging guided tours bring ancient stories to life

Why Avoid

⚠️ Restricted entry into Oweynagat cave
☔ Tours are weather dependent
👟 Uneven terrain requires suitable footwear

Tips

🗓️ Early booking is recommended for tours
🥾 Wear weather-protective clothing and appropriate shoes
⏰ Arrive early to visit the museum before guided tours.
🗓️ Check for special Halloween tours and events.

Cost

💰 Exhibition Tour: Adults €6, Senior/Student €5, Child 10+ €3, under 10 free. Site + Exhibition Tour: Adults €20, Senior/Student €18, Child 10+ €6, under 10 €3.

Hours

🕒 Visitor Centre Mon-Sat 9am-5pm (last museum admission 4:30pm). Guided tours year-round at 12pm (additional 2pm tour May-Aug, including Oweynagat Cave). Saturday tours by appointment.

🅿️ Parking Free car and coach parking available at the Visitor Centre.

🚻 Toilets Available, including wheelchair accessible and baby changing facilities.

♿ Wheelchair Visitor Centre is fully wheelchair accessible. Site tours may have limited access due to uneven terrain.

☕ Café Táin Café open all year round.

🛍️ Shop Bookshop and Craft Shop available.

📶 WiFi Free Wi-Fi available.