DELS Recommended – Things to do in Omagh
Enjoy some shopping in Omagh– Explore the streets and alleyways of Omagh while shopping. Just a short walk from the town centre, the main shopping centres are Showgrounds Retail Park and Great Northern Retail Park.
Explore Mc Kenna Gallery – Mc Kenna Art Gallery is an award-winning contemporary arts venue. The Gallery offers opportunities for audiences to engage and experience ambitious and experimental art, locally and internationally.
Learn about the city’s rich history by visiting The Governor’s house and Omagh Gaol – The Governor’s house was opened in 1804. The 19th Century building is where the governor used to watch the prisoners in the yard below. Many of the original buildings have fallen, however several other buildings still exist, such as the prison hospital, the laundry and the church.
Join a guided walking tour– The walking tours are given by Tyrone Roots. The tour includes places of historical, musical and cultural interest. To book a tour contact vincent@tyroneroots.com or call 0044 28 8224 9242.Tours will need to be booked in advance.
Visit the Omagh Memorial Garden – The Memorial Garden was built which the sun shines through.to remember the people who had died in a car bombing in 1998. The Garden has two parts, the first is a semi- circle of 31 pole-mounted mirrors, one for every life lost. Just down the street is where the light is directed to a glass pillar with a 3D heart
Omagh Tourist Information Centre – The tourist information centre is located in the Strule Arts Centre. The information centre will provide you will the best things to do in Omagh, top attractions to visit such as historical monuments, natural attractions and places to eat and drink.
Explore Omagh – Explore Omagh is an app that has everything from places to see, to festivals and events. Download for the most up to date information, maps, and things to do in Omagh.