Situated as it is, Claremorris is within 20 mins drive of Ireland West Airport Knock, is also well served with a busy mainline train station, and an excellent bus service to and from many corners of Ireland. The Marian Shrine at Knock is within 10 minutes drive of Claremorris. Galway and Sligo are both within an hour's drive.

Visitor attractions in Claremorris include a championship 18-hole golf course, a leisure centre and swimming pool, an equitation centre, tennis courts, athletic track and much more.