Monaghan Tourism
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Tourism in County Monaghan is quietly thriving, offering visitors a blend of natural beauty, outdoor adventure and rich cultural experiences. From peaceful forest walks in Rossmore and Dartrey, to lakeside trails at Lough Muckno and kayaking on the Dromore River, there’s no shortage of ways to enjoy the outdoors. Anglers can fish in world-class lakes such as Lough Muckno, while walkers and cyclists follow the scenic Ulster Canal Greenway and The Hilly Way. Across the county, craft traditions, historic sites and vibrant festivals add a distinctly local flavour to the visitor experience.
But Monaghan isn’t resting on its laurels. Ambitious plans are underway to elevate the county into a standout tourism destination. Restoration works to connect the Ulster Canal from Clones to the Shannon-Erne Waterway are on-going, new hiking trails are being developed across Sliabh Beagh, and Monaghan Town itself is preparing for a transformation, with upgraded public spaces, a redeveloped County Museum within the new Peace Campus, and outdoor performance areas that will complement its existing attractions such as Rossmore Forest Park.
MONAGHAN TOURISM
Working within Monaghan County Council, the Monaghan Tourism Unit works on strengthening the county’s tourism product, supporting local businesses and events, and enhancing the visitor experience across the county.
The Tourism Unit also continues to work closely with the wider tourism industry to raise awareness of the county as a visitor destination. In January 2026, County Monaghan had the opportunity to welcome members of the Incoming Tour Operators Association (ITOA) to the county for its AGM, which was hosted at Castle Leslie Estate.
As part of the programme, Monaghan Tourism organised a tourism showcase event at the Peace Campus in Monaghan town, bringing together international tour operators and local tourism businesses. The event provided an opportunity for tour operators to meet and engage with a range of Monaghan tourism providers, offering them a taste of the county’s culture, hospitality and unique visitor experiences.
SUPPORT
Festivals and events remain an important part of Monaghan’s tourism calendar. Through its Festival Funding Scheme, Monaghan Tourism supports a wide range of community festivals and events across the county each year, helping to attract visitors while celebrating local culture, food and heritage.
PROMOTION
Promotion remains central to Monaghan Tourism’s work. Campaigns such as the popular C’Mon to Monaghan video series highlight the county’s landscapes, culture and people while encouraging visitors to discover what the county has to offer.
Alongside this, initiatives such as Scenic Sessions, a series of pop-up music performances filmed in picturesque locations across the county, have helped highlight Monaghan’s unique scenery and creative talent while generating strong engagement across the Monaghan Tourism social media channels.
Through active engagement across social media platforms, digital campaigns, and partnerships with tourism influencers and industry stakeholders, Monaghan Tourism continues to raise the county’s profile both nationally and internationally.
FOLLOW US
For updates on what’s going on across the county plus further information on the very best that Monaghan has to offer from things to see and do, to wonderful dining and accommodation experiences, visit www.monaghantourism.com and follow @MonaghanTourism on social media.