Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Portlaoise February 2026 | Expedia.ca [Hotels in Portlaoise](https://expedia.ca/Portlaoise-Hotels.d5472.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Portlaoise](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Portlaoise.d5472.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Portlaoise Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Portlaoise.d5472.Car-Rental-Guide)[Portlaoise Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Portlaoise.d5472.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Portlaoise ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Portlaoise Types of activities [Portlaoise travel guide](https://expedia.ca/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 experience the best that Portlaoise has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, 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 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. #### Activities and Tours Portlaoise is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore 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 experience 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, 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. #### Portlaoise Attractions Expedia 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 to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Portlaoise. Looking for things to do 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 or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Portlaoise attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ## Recommended things to do in Portlaoise | Number of things to do | 1 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [County Kildare: Shackleton Experience Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/county-kildare-shackleton-experience-entry-ticket.a51143775.activity-details): CA $28 | | Top 5 things to do | [County Kildare: Shackleton Experience Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/county-kildare-shackleton-experience-entry-ticket.a51143775.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | | | With kids | | ## What to do in Portlaoise --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Portlaoise ![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=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rock of Dunamase Learn about the local history of Portlaoise when you take a trip to Rock of Dunamase. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Rock-Of-Dunamase-Portlaoise.d6177530.Vacation-Attraction) #### Emo Court Find out about the history of Portlaoise when you spend time at Emo Court. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Emo-Court-Portlaoise.d6090013.Vacation-Attraction) #### O'Moore Park Catch an event at O'Moore Park during your trip to Portlaoise. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/OMoore-Park-Portlaoise.d6086217.Vacation-Attraction) #### Portlaoise Golf Club Enjoy a round of golf in Portlaoise at Portlaoise Golf Club. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Portlaoise-Golf-Club-Portlaoise.d6177519.Vacation-Attraction) #### Sky Venue Catch an event at Sky Venue during your trip to Portlaoise. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Sky-Venue-Portlaoise.d553248621563222042.Vacation-Attraction) #### The Heath Golf Club Enjoy a round of golf in Portlaoise at The Heath Golf Club. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/The-Heath-Golf-Club-Portlaoise.d6177740.Vacation-Attraction) #### The Dunamaise Arts Centre You can enjoy a show at The Dunamaise Arts Centre during your trip to Portlaoise. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/The-Dunamaise-Arts-Centre-Portlaoise.d553248621563222041.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? 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