Shannon short breaks - Unique cultural heritage
Short breaks to Shannon offer the chance to discover the splendid scenery of the west coast of Ireland, visit outstandingly atmospheric manor houses and castles, experience legendary Irish hospitality and enjoy a truly unique, living cultural heritage. Shannon weekend breaks are a paradise for lovers of welcoming traditional pubs and exhilarating Irish music, song and dance. Complementing the region’s terrific live music scene, Shannon city breaks offer a uniquely Irish cultural life that includes classical concerts, theatre, storytelling, poetry readings and medieval banquets. The burgeoning cities of Limerick and Ennis, just 15 miles from Shannon airport, ensures Shannon short breaks are not lacking in quality restaurants, shops, museums and lively cosmopolitan nightlife. Few weekend breaks to Shannon will focus exclusively on the small town of Shannon itself.

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Shannon weekend breaks - Outstanding scenery and attractions
Long weekend breaks to Shannon are ideal for those wishing to discover the splendidly varied landscapes of the celebrated Irish counties of Clare, Limerick, Tipperary, Offaly and Galway. Hire a car or use public transport and your short break to Shannon offers a unique choice of landscapes. Visit the famous Cliffs of Moher and the weirdly atmospheric Burren plateau, or tour the peat bogs of Offaly and the fabulous Atlantic coastline and beaches of the West Clare Peninsula. Shannon city breaks offer wonderfully restful touring between the region’s charming villages and small towns. Regional ferries mean short breaks to Shannon could include a trip to the fabulous Aran Islands.

Shannon city breaks - An outdoor paradise
With so much fabulous scenery, Shannon short breaks offer a rewarding choice of outdoor activities: beautiful walking, cycling and horse riding, terrific nature trails and forest paths, angling on the Shannon River, boating on beautiful Lough Derg, world-class scenic golf, top birdwatching, and even dolphin spotting on the Shannon Estuary! A wealth of impressive manor houses and castles and the region’s long list of family attractions and interesting museums make Shannon long weekend breaks an ideal short family holiday.