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Armagh Attractions

The cathedral city of Armagh (pop. 13,000), is the seat of the primates of both the Catholic and Anglican Churches of Ireland. It took its name from a fortress built here in the third century by Queen Macha, remains of which can be seen 2mi/3km west. St Patrick built a cathedral here in about 445, but thereafter the town was several times burned down and rebuilt.
All About Science
This annual week-long festival runs from late February to early March and highlights Northern Ireland's contribution to science and technology.

The event is held in conjunction with Queen's University.
Ancestry Centre
The Armagh Ancestry center provides genealogical information. Visitors can trace their family trees or have a tour planned around their family history.
Archbishop's Palace
Near by Armagh's cathedrals are the splendid Georgian Archbishop's Palace and the Diocesan College.
Ardress House
Ardress is a 17th C farmhouse now owned by the National Trust. It features neo-classical plasterwork in the drawing room, fine furniture and pictures, a display of farm equipment, livestock, woodland walks and a playground for children.
Address
Ardress House
64 Ardress Road
Portadown BT62 1SQ
Northern Ireland
Hours
March 12 to April 21
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
OpenClosedClosedClosedClosedClosed13:0013:00
Close 18:0018:00
April 22 to May 1
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open13:0013:0013:0013:0013:0013:0013:00
Close18:0018:0018:0018:0018:0018:0018:00
May 2 to June 26
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
OpenClosedClosedClosedClosedClosed13:0013:00
Close 18:0018:00
July 2 to August 28
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
OpenClosedClosedClosed13:0013:0013:0013:00
Close 18:0018:0018:0018:00
September 3 to September 25
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
OpenClosedClosedClosedClosedClosed13:0013:00
Close 18:0018:00
Cost
Family 12.50
Adult 5.00
Child 2.50
All values are in local currency
Armagh Observatory
Worth seeing in Armagh is the Observatory (1791).
It sits adjacent to the Planetarium and was home to some of the most famous astronomers of the last 200 years.
Address
Armagh Observatory
College Hill
Armagh BT61 9DG
Northern Ireland
Armagh Planetarium
The Armagh Planetarium illustrates the story of outer space in an entertaining way. Visitors can gaze at constellations and choose the direction of their own journey with an interactive computer system.

It contains a Viewlex/Minolta S-11B which was installed in 1977. Its dome measures 13 meters.

The site also includes an Eartharium and a solar system garden.
Address
Armagh Planetarium
College Hill
Armagh BT61 9DB
Northern Ireland
Cost
Family 20.00
Adult 6.00
Child 16 & under 5.00
Senior 5.00
All values are in local currency
Tips
Hours vary.
Parking
Free
Disabled
Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Guides
Guided tour included with admission.
Cathedral of the Church of Ireland
The site of St Patrick's cathedral is now occupied by the Cathedral of the Church of Ireland, a medieval building restored in 1834. This Protestant Cathedral has a number of notable 17th and 18th C. tombs.
County Museum
Found in Armagh's Mall Street is the County Museum (local history).
It details the prehistory of Armagh and includes costumes, a natural history room, library, an art gallery, and an extensive map collection.
Address
Armagh County Museum
The Mall East
Armagh BT61 9BE
Northern Ireland
Hours
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open10:0010:0010:0010:0010:0010:00Closed
Close17:0017:0017:0017:0017:0017:00
Tips
Closed between 1-2 p.m. on Saturdays.
Disabled
Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities
Gift shop
Court House
One of Armagh's buildings worth seeing is the Court House (1809) by Francis Johnston (1761-1829).
Crossmaglen, Ireland
(Near Armagh)
Crossmaglen, known locally as Cross, is a small town with a strong heritage. There are a few historic sites to see and particularly, the large main town square. This is a good place to begin exploring Crossmaglen.
Diocesan College
Near by Armagh's cathedrals and the splendid Georgian Archbishop's Palace is the Diocesan College.
Friary
The Armagh Friary was the longest friary church in Ireland. It was founded by Archbishop Patrick O'Scanail in 1263. Entrance to the ruins is at the Palace Heritage Centre.
Gosford Forest Park & Castle
The road from Newry continues via Markethill - with Gosford Castle, one of the largest in Ireland - to Armagh.
The Gosford Estate is associated with Dean Swift. Visitors can see poultry in open paddocks, a deer park, ornamental pigeons, and a walled garden. Nature trails and barbecue facilities are also offered.

The Castle is a good example of the mock-Norman style of architecture.
Address
Gosford Castle and Forest Park
Gosford Road
Markethill BT60 1UG
Northern Ireland
Hours
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open10:0010:0010:0010:0010:0010:0010:00
CloseSunsetSunsetSunsetSunsetSunsetSunsetSunset
Mall Street
Many fine Georgian Houses are found in Armagh's Mall Street.
Navan Fort (Centre)
Navan Fort is Ulster's most important archaeological site. For 700 years it was the royal capital of the High Kings of Ulster. Myths and legends of the Red Branch Knights, Queen Macha and Cuchulain are presented through interactive audio-visual displays.

The center was voted best tourism project in Northern Ireland in 1993.
Address
Navan Centre
81 Killylea Road
Armagh BT60 4LD
Northern Ireland
Hours
April 1 to September 30
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open10:0010:0010:0010:0010:0010:0010:00
Close19:0019:0019:0019:0019:0019:0019:00
October 1 to March 31
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open10:0010:0010:0010:0010:0010:0010:00
Close16:0016:0016:0016:0016:0016:0016:00
Cost
Family 16.50
Adult 6.00
Students 4.75
Senior 4.75
Child 4.00
All values are in local currency
Tips
Admission is less during the winter.
Facilities
Restaurant or food service
Palace Stables Heritage Centre
Set in the grounds of the Palace Demesne is the Palace Stables Heritage Centre. Here the 18th C. Primate's life is the topic of a significant exhibition including life-size models and commentary. Buildings include: the archbishop's chapel, ice house and underground tunnels. Horse drawn carriage rides and crafts demonstrations are offered.
Address
Palace Stables Heritage Centre
The Palace Demesne
Armagh BT60 4EL
Northern Ireland
Parking
Free
Roman Catholic Cathedral
Armargh's neo-Gothic Roman Catholic Cathedral (1840-73) is dedicated to St Patrick. It has some interesting mosaics.
Royal Irish Fusiliers Museum
The Royal Irish Fusiliers Museum in Armagh is renowned as one of the best in the British Army. It houses a significant display of medals and uniforms and also has a 1943 Christmas card from Hitler.
Address
Regimental Museum of The Royal Irish Fusiliers
Sovereign's House
The Mall East
Armagh BT61 9DL
Northern Ireland
Hours
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open10:0010:0010:0010:0010:00ClosedClosed
Close12:3012:3012:3012:3012:30
Open13:3013:3013:3013:3013:30
Close16:0016:0016:0016:0016:00
Royal School
Worth seeing in Armagh is the Royal School, founded by Charles I in 1774.
Address
Royal School
College Hill
Armagh BT61 9DH
Northern Ireland
St Patrick's Trian
St Patrick's Trian is an exhibition on "the Armagh Story" and "The Land of Lilliput" (an adaption of Swift's Gulliver's Travels). It also features a St Patrick audio-visual display and a craft workshop.
Address
St Patrick's Trian
40 English Street
Armagh BT61 7BA
Northern Ireland
Hours
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open10:0010:0010:0010:0010:0010:0014:00
Close17:0017:0017:0017:0017:0017:0017:00
Parking
Pay
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