A Quick Guide to Cavan Town

Cavan town was established when the O'Reilly family built a castle and friary there in the late 13th century - and they never left, almost every second person in Cavan is an O'Reilly even today. The privileged and comfortable existence they had is said to have led to the term "having the life of Reilly".

The town is at the centre of Drumlin Country - an area of low rolling hills interspersed with innumerable lakes and waterways. The narrow quiet roads that wind through the drumlins are perfect for walkers and cyclists and of course all that water - Caven has more of it than any other place in Ireland - makes it a mecca for lovers of fishing.

This is a part of Ireland overlooked by many visitors, but its quiet charm means that those who take the time to discover it tend to return again and again.

Things to do and see

A selection of places and activities that are in Cavan Town or that can be visited while using Cavan as a base. For more activities that may be in reach see our Area Guides.

Bear Essentials
Teddy bear paradise in Ireland at this workshop and exhibition space where visitors can see teddy bears being painstakingly created by hand.

Cavan County Museum
Cavan County Museum is a good local museum telling the story of Co Cavan through many historic items discovered or collected locally.

Festival and Events

The Culchie Festival Festival | Date: October 24th-26th