Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in County Mayo December 2025 | Expedia.co.uk # What to do in County Mayo ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit County Mayo Types of activities Where to stay [County Mayo travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/County-Mayo.dx6046890) ![Westport which includes a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/144000/144740-Westport.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Westport featuring a river or creek, a bridge and heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/144000/144727-Westport.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Westport House which includes heritage elements, a bridge and a castle](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/144000/144734-Westport.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Westport House featuring château or palace, interior views and heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/144000/144733-Westport.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Westport House which includes heritage elements, château or palace and interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/144000/144732-Westport.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## What to do in County Mayo --- ### Popular places to visit ![Ashford Castle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/8b0d685bf8091dfccb7364a7feb60b0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ashford Castle 4/5(14 reviews) You can learn about the history of Cong with a stop at Ashford Castle. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area or seek out the fishing spots. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ashford-Castle-Cong.d553248621532988115.Attraction) ![Westport House featuring heritage architecture, a castle and a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/145000/145266-Westport-House.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Westport House 4.5/5(16 reviews) Built in 1730 on the ruins of a castle that was home to Grace O’Malley, Westport House is one of County Mayo’s most popular tourist attractions. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Westport-House-Westport.d6085995.Attraction) ![Croagh Patrick](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/7f55f07f342749fcb4b44bd61e6673b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Croagh Patrick 4/5(15 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Croagh Patrick, a lovely green space in Westport. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Croagh-Patrick-Westport.d6085993.Attraction) ![Cong Abbey showing heritage elements, building ruins and château or palace](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/145000/145408-Cong-Abbey.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cong Abbey 5/5(2 reviews) Discover some of the finest examples of Ireland’s earliest architecture as you walk amid the ruins of this 12th-century Augustinian abbey. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cong-Abbey-Cong.d6085983.Attraction) ![Quiet Man Museum](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/d9ca041c3ff6d618cb719dbc01213d0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Quiet Man Museum 4.5/5(8 reviews) You can browse the exhibits at Quiet Man Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Cong. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside or seek out the fishing spots. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Quiet-Man-Museum-Cong.d6085981.Attraction) #### Knock Shrine 5/5(17 reviews) A typical Irish village, Knock was thrust into the spotlight in 1879 when a divine apparition turned it into one of the most important Catholic shrines in the world. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Knock-Shrine-Knock.d6086019.Attraction) #### McHale Park 3.5/5(3 reviews) Catch an event at McHale Park during your trip to Castlebar. Make time to visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/McHale-Park-Castlebar.d6086207.Attraction) #### TF Royal Theatre and Event Centre 4.5/5(4 reviews) You can get tickets for a performance at TF Royal Theatre and Event Centre during your stay in Castlebar. Make time to visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/TF-Royal-Theatre-And-Event-Centre-Castlebar.d6174793.Attraction) #### Basilica of Our Lady, Queen of Ireland You can learn about the history of Knock with a stop at Basilica of Our Lady, Queen of Ireland. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Basilica-Of-Our-Lady-Knock.d553248621532988124.Attraction) ### Explore areas of County Mayo ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Thornhill While Thornhill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bertra Beach and National Famine Memorial. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Westport-Thornhill.dx553248635976398174) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? 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