Boyle nestles at the foot of the Curlew Mountains on the main pass connecting the plains of Connaught with the North. It is an area of great beauty and of immense historical and archaeological interest for the visitor. Situated between the great lakes, Lough Gara and Lough Key, it is also a renowned centre for fishermen whether interested in trout or coarse fishing. There is a very scenic 9-hole golf course located about 2 km from the town. The O Carolan Heritage Park is also a popular tourist attraction. Boyle is well known for the annual Boyle Arts Festival which takes place in July every year.