An Evening in Athlone

We checked into the Sheraton Athlone and raided the Club Lounge for water and snacks before heading out to explore the town of Athlone. We had dinner at Dead Centre Brewing, a local brew pub on the River Shannon. We tried some a few of beers, shared a burger and watched the sunset on the River. After dinner, we crossed the bridge and visited the Church of Saints Peter and Paul as evening mass was letting out. We passed the Athlone Castle as we walked to Sean's Bar. Sean's Bar is said to be the oldest pub in Ireland and Europe, dating back to 900AD. Rachel tried the Murphy's Irish Stout and thought that it was better than Guinness.Read more