How many days do you need in Armagh?

The top 7 places in the centre take about 2 days at a normal pace on a walking route from your hotel.

What are the top things to do in Armagh?

Highlights: Armagh Planetarium, Armagh Observatory, Navan Fort, St Patrick's Cathedral (Catholic) and St Patrick's Cathedral (Church of Ireland). The map has 8 things to do in total.

How do you get from the airport to Armagh city centre?

Belfast International (BFS): About 1 h by car, change in Belfast by public transport

Do you tip in Armagh?

Restaurants often add 10–12.5% service. No tip is expected at a pub bar.

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Armagh travel guide

8 things to do in Armagh, where to stay, airport transfers. Pick places on the map and get a day-by-day walking route from your hotel with steps, kilometres and minutes.

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Top things to do in Armagh

Armagh Planetarium: A planetarium opened in 1968 on the same hill as the observatory, with shows in its domed theatre. (visit ≈ 90 min)
Armagh Observatory: An observatory founded in 1790 and still at work, with the Astropark in its grounds open to walk around. (visit ≈ 30 min)
Navan Fort: Emain Macha, the legendary seat of the kings of Ulster, with Iron Age earthworks on a hill west of town. (visit ≈ 60 min)
St Patrick's Cathedral (Catholic): The twin-spired Catholic cathedral on the facing hill, opened in 1873 and consecrated in 1904. (visit ≈ 35 min)
St Patrick's Cathedral (Church of Ireland): The Church of Ireland cathedral on the hill where St Patrick is said to have founded a church in the 5th century. A plaque on its wall marks the burial of Brian Boru. (visit ≈ 35 min)
Armagh County Museum: On the edge of the Mall, the oldest county museum in Ireland. (visit ≈ 120 min)
Armagh Robinson Library: A library founded by Archbishop Robinson in 1771, holding a first edition of Gulliver's Travels with Swift's own notes. (visit ≈ 120 min)
Royal Irish Fusiliers Museum: A museum in an old house on the Mall telling two centuries of the regiment's history. (visit ≈ 120 min)

2-day Armagh walking itinerary

Starting point: The Mall and centre. The top 7 places at a normal pace (up to ~10 km of walking a day), in this order. Change places or your hotel on the map and the route is recalculated. Distances are estimates with a street allowance.

Day 1 (≈ 2.7 km · 3,710 steps · 37 min on the way): Armagh County Museum → Royal Irish Fusiliers Museum → Armagh Planetarium → Armagh Observatory → St Patrick's Cathedral (Catholic)
Day 2 (≈ 1.4 km · 1,850 steps · 19 min on the way): Armagh Robinson Library → St Patrick's Cathedral (Church of Ireland)

Where to stay in Armagh

The Mall and centre: The cathedrals, museums and observatory are all within walking distance.
Around the bus station: A few minutes from the bus station for Belfast.

Getting from the airport to Armagh

Belfast International (BFS): About 1 h by car, change in Belfast by public transport

Getting around

Armagh is called the ecclesiastical capital of Ireland: two St Patrick's cathedrals, one Church of Ireland and one Catholic, face each other from two hills. There is no railway, so come by bus from Belfast. The centre is small enough to see on foot in half a day.

Good to know before visiting Armagh

Fine: Carrying pepper spray or certain knives (locking or over 3 inches) is illegal.
Fine: Smoking is banned in pubs, restaurants and enclosed workplaces.
Warning: Traffic drives on the left. Look right first when crossing.
Warning: Any drone of 100 g or more needs a CAA Flyer ID. If that drone has a camera or weighs 250 g or more, you also need an Operator ID. Flying is restricted around airports.
Stand on the right on escalators. People walk on the left.
The drinking age is 18. You'll be asked for ID if you look young.

Emergency: 999
Plugs: G, 230V
Tap water: Tap water is safe to drink.
Tipping: Restaurants often add 10–12.5% service. No tip is expected at a pub bar.

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Armagh travel FAQ

How many days do you need in Armagh?: The top 7 places in the centre take about 2 days at a normal pace on a walking route from your hotel.
What are the top things to do in Armagh?: Highlights: Armagh Planetarium, Armagh Observatory, Navan Fort, St Patrick's Cathedral (Catholic) and St Patrick's Cathedral (Church of Ireland). The map has 8 things to do in total.
Where to stay in Armagh?: The Mall and centre: The cathedrals, museums and observatory are all within walking distance. Other options: Around the bus station.
How do you get from the airport to Armagh city centre?: Belfast International (BFS): About 1 h by car, change in Belfast by public transport
How do you get around Armagh?: Armagh is called the ecclesiastical capital of Ireland: two St Patrick's cathedrals, one Church of Ireland and one Catholic, face each other from two hills. There is no railway, so come by bus from Belfast. The centre is small enough to see on foot in half a day.
What is the emergency number in Armagh?: Emergency: 999.
Do you tip in Armagh?: Restaurants often add 10–12.5% service. No tip is expected at a pub bar.

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