Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Portlaoise March 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Portlaoise Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Portlaoise.dx5472)[Hotels in Portlaoise](https://expedia.co.uk/Portlaoise-Hotels.d5472.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Portlaoise](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Portlaoise.d5472.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Portlaoise Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Portlaoise.d5472.Car-Hire-Guide)[Portlaoise Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Portlaoise.d5472.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Portlaoise ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Portlaoise Types of activities [Portlaoise travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Portlaoise.dx5472) ![Rock of dunamase in Laois, stunning castle ruins surrounded by rolling hills!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6177530/32a77265-069d-40b5-804c-0879fdb6a34a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rock of dunamase in Laois, stunning castle ruins surrounded by rolling hills!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6177530/32a77265-069d-40b5-804c-0879fdb6a34a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rock of Dunamase](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6177530/d4c61a91-22d9-412b-9ce4-0d7320d51fdd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Vikings, Normans, a kidnapped princess, and a mysteriously ruined castle! Come on, you gotta get here! As a photographer living in Ireland I'd love the opportunity to compare another ancient island civilization that is geographically in the opposite corner of Europe. The juxtopositon could be amazing! #BvSCRETE](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6177530/a2025b27-c348-4722-8ca0-ce67c8ede646.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ireland.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6177530/6b8b645c-48a1-4c6a-b60f-d54e417701b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Portlaoise Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Portlaoise has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Portlaoise, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Portlaoise with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Portlaoise Portlaoise is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Portlaoise, and make it a breeze to explore Portlaoise and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Portlaoise to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Portlaoise, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Portlaoise. #### Portlaoise attractions Portlaoise has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Portlaoise to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Portlaoise. Looking for things to do in Portlaoise can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Portlaoise or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Portlaoise attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. 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Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rock-Of-Dunamase-Portlaoise.d6177530.Attraction) #### Emo Court Find out about the history of Portlaoise when you take a trip to Emo Court. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Emo-Court-Portlaoise.d6090013.Attraction) #### O'Moore Park Catch an event at O'Moore Park during your trip to Portlaoise. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/OMoore-Park-Portlaoise.d6086217.Attraction) #### Portlaoise Golf Club Enjoy a round of golf in Portlaoise at Portlaoise Golf Club. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Portlaoise-Golf-Club-Portlaoise.d6177519.Attraction) #### The Heath Golf Club Enjoy a round of golf in Portlaoise at The Heath Golf Club. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Heath-Golf-Club-Portlaoise.d6177740.Attraction) #### The Dunamaise Arts Centre You can enjoy a show at The Dunamaise Arts Centre during your trip to Portlaoise. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Dunamaise-Arts-Centre-Portlaoise.d553248621563222041.Attraction) #### Portlaoise Leisure Centre Park Enjoy an outing to Portlaoise Leisure Centre Park during your stay in Portlaoise. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Portlaoise-Leisure-Centre-Park-Portlaoise.d1002538123047317504.Attraction) #### Portlaoise Leisure Centre Enjoy an outing to Portlaoise Leisure Centre during your stay in Portlaoise. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Portlaoise-Leisure-Centre-Portlaoise.d1002537325018042368.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? 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