Points of Interests

Ancestral home of the late Princess Grace of Monaco,
From where her grandfather, John B. Kelly, emigrated to the USA.
Her Serene Highness made many visits to the ancestral home.

St. Patrick's Catholic Church
Stands sentinel-like 100 feet above the town, overlooking the famous Newport House Hotel and the century old Newport railway viaduct, whose 7 arches
in cut stone span the Black Oak River.

Burrishoole Abbey
A five centuries old roofless Dominican Abbey.

Carrigahowley Castle
The original home of the famous sea queen, Grainne Uaile (Grace O'Malley).

Letterkeen Forest and Loughs Furnace and Feagh
Breathtaking views and spectacular scenery which rivals the Lakes of Killarney.

Beautiful Beaches • Golfing • Horse Riding • Outdoor Activities.

Sea and fresh water fishing.

Don't miss the Ceili in the old school house in Derradda on Tuesdays.
Link: The Derradda Ceili

Interesting Displays at the Tourist Information Center.

For further information:
Cecily Breen
Newport Tourist Information Center
Newport - County Mayo - Ireland
Tel: 011+353+98+41151

Tresnan's Bed & Breakfast - Tel: 011+353+98+41542

Newport Web Page:
http://www.mayo-ireland.ie/Mayo/Towns/Newport/Newport.htm