The next stop on the tour was the town of Athlone, which is a port town on the River Shannon, located in the center of Ireland.
There is a fort that stands in the middle of town that dates back to the 12th century. If you have enough time, you can take a tour.
One of the must-visit spots when in Athlone is Sean’s Pub. This pub is considered the oldest in Ireland. It has been around in one form or another since the year 900. You can stop in, hear an oral history of the pub, and enjoy a pint.
They have a nice museum in town as well. We did not have enough time to walk through the entire museum but we were able to check out the exhibits by the local students. It was fun to get to experience that.
Enjoy!
T
