Activities in Donegal

Ballyshannon is part of the long distance North West Cycle Trail which goes through the counties of Donegal, Tyrone, Fermanagh, Leitrim & Sligo. This 326km route travels through a wide variety of scenic landscapes along quiet country roads & through rural towns & villages with traffic free sections in urban areas. Cycle routes will take you on a tour of the spectacular coastal scenery of Ballysha…

Souls Gaze Studio - fine art and crafts made in Malin Head; Carnmalin, Malin Head, Inishowen wee shed gallery. Paintings by artist Andrea Redmond are currently in collections in Canada, Scotland and Northern Ireland. She is renowned for her mystical works. Paintings of: local wildlife, scenes of Malin Head and Faeries; art dolls; wood , cement and stone sculptures; art quilts. Commissions welcome…

Bespoke adventures on Donegal’s Slieve League Peninsula Exhilarating Experiences , Surfing, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Hiking, Off the beaten track. Breathtaking experiences and jaw-dropping moments are guaranteed on our custom-made adventures along the South West Donegal coastline.

Located in Croithlí, County Donegal, set between the Wild Atlantic Coast and the majestic Derryveagh mountains including the stunning Errigal, the distillery home is a historic building constructed in 1901. In keeping with local Gaeltacht distilling tradition, direct fired pot stills are used in double distillation, sourced in the Cognac region, and refurbished to produce beautiful spirit in Croit…

Oakfield Park is located near the Heritage town of Raphoe, Co Donegal and is a privately owned estate and home to Ireland's longest miniature gauge railway. Nestled in a lush landscape consisting of award winning walled gardens to ponds, lakes, a lakeside Nymphaeum, a hedge maze, heritage trees and sculptures. Our crowning glory is a 4.5km miniature gauge railway with a diesel and steam train ope…

Donegal Designer Makers are a group of craftworkers and designers who have joined together to promote our work to the public and visitors in Donegal. They cover a wide variety of craft work including Jewellery, pottery, textile design, paper-craft, wood-turning and furniture design. In Ardara they have a beautiful Gallery and shop selling many of their members work. They also have a br…

Campervan Stay Park your campervan or motorhome at Campview Farm, Ballyshannon – Wake Up to Nature! Campview Farm is nestled on the banks of the Erne Estuary in Ballyshannon, which offers campervan parking for self-contained vehicles only. Why stay with us? We have safe, level parking with stunning countryside views. Located on a working family farm where you can meet the animals! A stone’s …

Close to the coast in scenic west Donegal and surrounding a traditional farmhouse, this garden was established in 1979 in a valley on a rocky hillside surrounded by four acres of native hazel woodland with blackthorn, juniper, burnet rose, ash and oak. Native primroses, bluebells, orchids and varied ferns abound. Emphasis has been placed on the blending of nurture with nature and the provision o…

Slí Ghabla (Gola Island) - Slí Dhún na nGall - Although relatively small, Gola Island is the ideal destination for a walker seeking an ‘off the beaten track’ experience. The island covers about 500 acres and is only one mile from the mainland. It is gently undulating, offers superb coastal scenery and supports an extensive range of birdlife. Looped Trail Length 4km Time 1hr 30mins Nearest To…

A secluded and peaceful garden of many parts. Visitors enjoy a warm welcome from the owner and new additions surprise the regular visitor. This is a plant-lovers paradise where modern varieties of shrubs and herbaceous plants rub shoulders with old favourites and where the non-gardener may sit and be charmed by the views across Donegal Bay. Admission: €5 to Fields of Life well-drilling proje…

Guided Llama walks to the beautiful Erne Estuary for adults only.€25 per person .Booking essential.

The views in Donegal are stunning, so a country stroll becomes a mini-adventure for all the family. Ardnamona Woods is a marvellous quiet Nature Reserve with a nicely created walking path loops around large oak, hazel and holly trees in a Woodland that is left in its natural state. There are beautiful mosses, bluebells, wood sorrel, streams and the lakeside to enjoy on this delightful walk develo…

Explore Donegal's natural beauty with ease on our top-quality eBikes, journey from west coast beaches through forest tracks with spectacular views of the Derryveagh mountains and into the mystical Poison Glen. We aim to provide an enjoyable and interesting experience for our clients. Using an innovative app based guide that links to a Bluetooth walkie-talkie helmet, our self-guided tours are care…

Glenevin Waterfall Walk - The walk up Glenevein Valley to the Glenevin Waterfall in Clonmany, County Donegal, takes the rambler on a safe, well sign -posted route. Newly installed picnic areas blend easily into the natural landscape. Footbridges are dotted along the track as visitors criss cross the stream using the stepping stones. The basin at the foot of the waterfall is called Pohl-an-eas - t…

A 90 minute guided stroll of the historical and cultural sites of Donegal Town with a Fáilte Ireland approved guide.

Founded in 2006, and opening our gates for the first time in the spring of 2007, we are an association of Public and Private Gardens. In 2019 we will have 22 member gardens spread throughout County Donegal from Innishown to Kilcar. Many private gardens proudly collect donations for local charities. Our membership includes long established historic gardens as well as newly made gardens. We are …

Based in the heritage town of Ardara, the Donegal School of Traditional Irish Music run weekend and week long courses to suit all levels of musicians in all instruments from June to September. With nightly sessions in the local bars and the numerous tourist attractions nearby, you are guaranteed to have a fun filled, educational, cultural and, never to be forgotten, Donegal experience.

The Surf Project Kids Clubs are Back This Summer! Kids Clubs are inclusive and engaging environments for all kids, regardless of background, where they can come and make new friends, gain self-confidence, have an amazing time in the great outdoors and learn more about God in a safe and super fun environment! Kids will have an hour of interactive Bible teaching and an hour long Surf lesson on th…

Experience the majestic Irish attraction of Slieve League. We offer daily guided tours along with shuttle buses to and from the cliffs. Visitors can take full advantage of our free parking which includes lots of room for coaches. After exploring the cliffs, join us at Ti Linn Café where you can find a wide variety of food and beverages. We also offer FREE Wifi for all customers so you can s…

This is Donegal’s tropical garden, inspirational and boldly experimental! This garden also specialises in plants tolerant of seaside conditions. ‘Cluain na dTor’ meaning “meadow of the shrubs” - an apt place-name - shrubs as shelter and as ornamentals populate this garden with surrounding natural wildflower meadows. Twenty years in the making, a wonderfully eclectic mix of individual specimens ar…