This Norman Castle dominates the town centre and commands the traditional gateway to the West of Ireland. Features exhibitions and audio visual presentations on the siege of Athlone, John Count McCormack, River Shannon wildlife and history with folk and military museums. Tearooms and Tourist Information Office on location. Adult: IR3.50 Child: IR1.00. Guiding Centre Audio Visual Presentation: Seating: 25 Duration: 42 minutes. Open daily.