Overview
Clonmel is County Tipperary's joint county town (with Nenagh), offering a slower pace than larger Irish cities while preserving significant history. The town withstood Cromwell's siege for three weeks in 1650, and its Main Guard and County Courthouse recall the turbulent 1848 Young Irelander trial.
Architecture · Day Trips · Festivals · History · Museums
Before you go
Activities
Junction Festival arts week in July; greyhound racing Friday and Sunday evenings; horse racing February and November. East Munster Way walking trail accessible from town.
Connectivity
5G coverage with all Irish carriers as of April 2025.
Food
Local specialties include Irish pub fare and Bulmer's cider. Thai restaurants (Lana Thai, Lemongrass) and Mediterranean options (Befani's) available.
Money
Ireland uses the Euro (EUR). ATMs are widely available in town centre. Major credit cards accepted at hotels and restaurants.
Transport
Bus Eireann Expressway 55 connects Clonmel to Waterford hourly, continuing to Cahir and Limerick. JJ Kavanagh 717 runs 10 times daily between Dublin Airport and Clonmel.
Weather
Typical Irish maritime climate with mild temperatures year-round. Best months for outdoor activities are May through September.