Knock Shrine
The Marian shrine at Knock, with the Basilica of Our Lady, Queen of Ireland, the country's main pilgrimage site.
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Knock: airports, things to do and where to stay
Knock is a small village in County Mayo, in the west of Ireland, known around the world as a Marian pilgrimage site since the apparition of 1879. Its shrine receives visitors all year round, and the area's regional airport is named after it.
Knock airports
From the airport to central Knock
Ireland West Knock airport is about 15 km from central Knock.
Regional coach
Regional coach services link the airport with some towns in the west and north-west. Frequencies are limited, so check the timetable before you travel.
Taxi
Taxis wait outside the terminal. For longer trips, for example to Westport, Sligo or Galway, it is best to book in advance.
Knock
Things to do in Knock
Croagh Patrick
Ireland's holy mountain, near Westport, with a statue of Saint Patrick at its foot and a pilgrim trail up to the summit.
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Westport House
A Georgian country house in Westport, beside a lake, open to visitors and surrounded by gardens and woodland.
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Céide Fields
One of the oldest known Neolithic field systems, beneath the bog on the north Mayo coast, with a pyramid-shaped visitor centre.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Knock?
Knock is served by Ireland West Knock (NOC).
How far is the airport from central Knock?
Ireland West Knock airport is about 15 km from central Knock.
How do I get from the airport to central Knock?
From Ireland West Knock airport you can take Regional coach (bus) and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Knock?
Highlights of Knock include Knock Shrine, Croagh Patrick, Westport House, and Céide Fields.
Photo credits
- Knock Shrine: Sinéad Mallee, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Croagh Patrick: Tom Szustek, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Westport House: LAS30a, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Céide Fields: GTD Aquitaine, Public domain, Wikimedia Commons