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Discover the Best Things to Do in Donegal

From breathtaking coastal walks and sandy beaches to family adventures, historic landmarks and hidden gems, discover the best things to do in County Donegal. Explore local attractions and unforgettable experiences to enjoy during your stay.

Donegal Unseen

Discover Donegal’s wilder side with guided hikes and outdoor adventures through mountains, dramatic coastline and some of the county’s lesser-known...

Donegal Craft Village

Donegal Craft Village is a collection of independent studios set around a landscaped courtyard just outside Donegal Town. Visitors can...

An Grianán Theatre

An Grianán Theatre is one of County Donegal’s principal venues for live performance. Located on Port Road in Letterkenny, its...

The Workhouse, Dunfanaghy

Built in 1845, The Workhouse in Dunfanaghy is one of Ireland’s original famine workhouses. Today, the restored building is a...

Fort Dunree, Inishowen

Fort Dunree occupies a dramatic position on the western side of the Inishowen Peninsula, looking across Lough Swilly towards the...

Century Complex

Century Complex in Letterkenny brings several indoor activities together under one roof. At its centre is Century Cinemas, a long-established...

Arena7 Entertainment Complex

Arena7 is a family entertainment complex in Letterkenny with indoor activities for children, teenagers, adults and groups. Its ten-pin bowling...

Inishowen Maritime Museum & Planetarium

Set in the former Coast Guard Station beside Greencastle Harbour, the Inishowen Maritime Museum & Planetarium celebrates the peninsula’s deep...

Donegal County Museum

Donegal County Museum offers visitors an accessible introduction to the long and varied history of County Donegal. The museum is...

Glencolmcille Folk Village

Glencolmcille Folk Village is a fascinating open-air museum overlooking Glen Bay in southwest Donegal. The village is arranged around a...

Donegal Castle

Standing beside the River Eske in the centre of Donegal Town, Donegal Castle is one of the county’s most important...

Maghera Caves

Located beside Maghera Strand, the Maghera Caves are one of Donegal's most unique natural attractions. Accessible at low tide, these...

Killybegs Sea Angling Trips

Killybegs Angling offers visitors the opportunity to experience deep-sea fishing off the spectacular Donegal coastline. Departing from Killybegs Harbour, trips...

Sandfield Pitch & Putt

Sandfield Pitch & Putt is one of Donegal's most scenic family attractions. Located beside Loughros Bay, the 18-hole course offers...

Assaranca Waterfall

Located between Ardara and Maghera Beach, Assaranca Waterfall is one of southwest Donegal's most photographed natural attractions. The waterfall tumbles...

Tropical World, Letterkenny

Tropical World is a unique indoor wildlife attraction located just outside Letterkenny. Home to free-flying butterflies, colourful tropical birds, reptiles,...

Fanad Lighthouse

Perched on the dramatic Fanad Peninsula, Fanad Lighthouse has guided ships safely along the Donegal coast since 1817. Visitors can...

The Poison Glen

Despite its name, The Poisoned Glen is a place of outstanding beauty. Nestled beneath Mount Errigal near Dunlewey, this spectacular...

Climb Mount Errigal

Standing at 751 metres, Mount Errigal is the tallest peak in County Donegal and one of Ireland's most recognisable mountains....

Glenveagh National Park

Covering more than 16,000 hectares, Glenveagh National Park is Ireland's second-largest national park. Visitors can wander through the stunning Victorian...