Why go
- Town in County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland.
- Served by Enniskillen Airport (ENK).
History
Enniskillen is the largest town in County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland. It is in the middle of the county, between the Upper and Lower sections of Lough Erne. It had a population of 14,086 at the 2021 census. Enniskillen Castle was built in the 15th century as a stronghold of the Maguires, before coming under English control in the early 17th century. The castle and town were expanded during the Plantation of Ulster. It was the seat of local government for the former Fermanagh District Council, and is the county town of Fermanagh. The town is in a civil parish of the same name.
Where to stay
17 Drumcoo Rd, Enniskillen BT74 4GP, United Kingdom · cherrymountcottage.co.uk
51 Old Tempo Rd, Chanterhill, Enniskillen BT74 4BA, United Kingdom · lackaboyhouse.com
Enniskillen BT74 4QR, United Kingdom · viewpoint-bed-breakfast.co.uk
58 Derrylin Rd, Enniskillen BT92 2FN, United Kingdom · riverside-farm.com
66 Belview Rd, Enniskillen BT74 4JH, United Kingdom · willowbankhouse.co.uk
1 Willoughby Ct, Enniskillen BT74 7EE, United Kingdom · booking.com
14-20 Tempo Rd, Enniskillen BT74 6HR, United Kingdom · westvillehotel.co.uk
33 Old, Sligo Rd, Enniskillen, United Kingdom · threewayinn.co.uk
72 Forthill St, Enniskillen BT74 6AJ, United Kingdom · enniskillenhotel.com
127 Belfast Rd, Enniskillen BT74 4BT, United Kingdom · dromard-house.com.es
Co. Fermanagh, Killyhevlin Hotel, Dublin Rd, Killyhevlin, Enniskillen BT74 6RW, United Kingdom · killyhevlin.com
Unnamed Road, Enniskillen BT74 4NP, United Kingdom
7 Drumkeen Rd, Enniskillen BT92 2FD, United Kingdom
209 Sligo Rd, Enniskillen BT74 5HA, United Kingdom
32 Cherryville, Cornagrade Rd, Drumcoo, Enniskillen BT74 4FY, United Kingdom · fermanagh-accommodation.com
Indoor
Indoor
61 Irvinestown Rd, Enniskillen BT74 6DN, United Kingdom
House14, Drumcor, Drumcor Hill, Enniskillen BT74 6BQ, United Kingdom
Tempo Rd, Enniskillen BT74 6HX, United Kingdom · motel.co.uk
Restaurants & places to go
Coffee Shop, Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Sa 08:30-18:00; Su 10:00-16:00 Features: takeaway · storelocator.asda.com
Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Th 07:00-23:00; Fr-Sa 07:00-23:45; Su 07:00-23:00 Features: takeaway · 14 Dublin Road, Enniskillen, BT74 6HJ · mcdonalds.com
Sandwich, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Sa 08:00-20:00; Su 11:00-20:00 Features: takeaway · 58 Belmore Street, Enniskillen, BT74 6AA · restaurants.subway.com
Pizza, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · 9 Dublin Road, Enniskillen, BT74 6HQ · dominos.co.uk
Pizza, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Su 12:00-21:00 · 25 High Street, BT74 7DQ · littlewingpizzeria.com
Breakfast, Irish, Diner, Tea, Cake, Local, Coffee Shop, Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Sa 08:00-16:00 · 3 Darling Street, Enniskillen, BT74 7DP
Coffee Shop, Cafe · Features: takeaway · 11 High Street, Enniskillen, BT74 7DQ
Coffee Shop, Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Fr 08:00-16:00, Sa-Su 10:00-17:00 · 30 Belmore Street, Enniskillen, BT74 6AA
Restaurant · restaurant · facebook.com
Greek, Restaurant · Greek restaurant · 2b Cross Street, Enniskillen, BT74 7DX
Chinese, Fast Food · Chinese fast food · 60 Belmore Street, Enniskillen, BT74 6AA
Indian, Restaurant · Indian restaurant · 1 Water Street, Enniskillen, BT74 7DY
Fish And Chips, Fast Food · Fish And Chips fast food · 10 Forthill Street, Enniskillen, BT74 6AJ
Italian, Restaurant · Italian restaurant
Kebab, Fast Food · Kebab fast food · 54 Belmore Street, Enniskillen, BT74 6AA
Chinese, Restaurant · Chinese restaurant · 27 Belmore Street, Enniskillen, BT74 6AA
Fish And Chips, Fast Food · Fish And Chips fast food · 23 Townhall Street, Enniskillen, BT74 7BD
Irish, Restaurant · Irish restaurant
Restaurant · Opening hours: Su-Th 10:00-20:00; Fr,Sa 10:00-21:00
Restaurant · restaurant · 6 Church Street, Enniskillen, BT74 7EJ · blakesofthehollow.com
Restaurant · restaurant · Queen Elizabeth Road, Enniskillen, BT74 7DY · francosrestaurant.co.uk
Cafe · Features: outdoor seating, step-free access · Down Street, Enniskillen, BT74 7DU
Fast Food · fast food · Old Tempo Road, Enniskillen
Cafe · cafe
Fast Food · fast food
Cafe · cafe
Ice Cream · ice cream · 26 Shore Road, BT74 7EF
Fast Food · fast food · 46 Cornagrade Road, BT74 6DX
Restaurant · restaurant · 156 Derrylin Road, BT92 2BA
Restaurant · restaurant · 66 Belmore Street, BT74 6AA
Cafe · cafe
Cafe · cafe
Restaurant · restaurant · 26 Townhall Street, BT74 7BA
Cafe · cafe
Cafe · cafe · 22 Church Street, BT74 7EJ
Restaurant · restaurant
Airports
Enniskillen Airport (ENK) 3.7 mi to the centre
62 Killadeas Road, Enniskillen BT94 2FH, UK — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
Getting there by ferry
Hare Krishna Ferry
Ferry terminal · 12 mi from the centre
Krishna Island pontoon
Ferry terminal · 12 mi from the centre
Devenish Island Ferry
Ferry route · Northern Ireland Environment Agency
Where things are
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Photographs
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When to go
Tourist season
May – September
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Shoulder season
April, October
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Worth avoiding
Deep winter
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Enniskillen Airport (ENK). Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By water: 2 ferry terminals within 12 mi (nearest: Hare Krishna Ferry, 12 mi); routes include Devenish Island Ferry.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Enniskillen, Ireland. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.
Trains & rail
National rail
Coaches & shuttles
Intercity coach
Intercity coach