About Ballina
Founded in the 14C, Ballina is known for its wealth of old architecture, dating almost as far back as the town itself.
Ballina is a town in north County Mayo, Ireland. It lies at the mouth of the River Moy near Killala Bay, in the Moy valley.
The town has some notable architecture, including the 15th-century Moyne Abbey and St Muredach's Cathedral.
Ballina has a very lively entertainment scene and a variety of restaurants serving Irish, European and Asian cuisine. The town also hosts the annual Fesant Fest music festival.
The Ballina Salmon Festival is held annually in July in the town. The festival includes Heritage Day, where most of the centre of the town is closed to traffic and the streets fill with arts and craft stalls and demonstrations of transport from days gone by.
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Mount Falcon Estate
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The Mount Falcon Estate in Ballina sits on the banks of the River Moy.
The rooms at the Mount Falcon Estate have flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi access. They also offer bathrobes, slippers and free luxurious toiletries.
The hotel offers guests 2 miles of private fishing along the river. The Ballina and Enniscrone golf courses are both within a 15-minute drive of Mount Falcon Estate. Read more...
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Attractions in Ballina
- Historic Center, Ballina
- St. Muredach's Cathedral, Ballina
- Tom Ruane Park, Ballina
- Jackie Clarke Collection, Ballina




