Activities in Donegal

Cavanacor Gallery was established in 1999 and is dedicated to showing contemporary art. The gallery aims to increase the audience for contemporary art and has established a professional, commercial venue in the Northwest. The gallery shows work by emerging and established national and international artists.

Awaken Adventures is all about getting out and exploring the amazing landscape of Donegal. Whether through climbing, walking or kayaking, there is so much to see and so many adventures to be had, regardless of your fitness or ability! I am a passionate believer of the benefits that spending time being active in the outdoors can have on your mental and physical well-being. So at Awaken Adventur…

WHAT-SUP Explore Mulroy Bay in a new, exciting way! Enjoy a memorable experience by Stand-Up Paddle Boarding on the calm waters of Mulroy Bay with Eco Atlantic Adventures. Mulroy Bay is a large sheltered inlet with lots of islands, native woodland and the clearest of water, giving the ideal habitat for numerous types of sea life. Stand Up Paddle Boarding your way along the bay and through th…

Built by the O\Donnell chieftain in the 15th century, beside the River Eske, the Castle has extensive 17th century additions by Sir Basil Brooke. The Castle is furnished throughout and includes Persian rugs and French tapestries. Information panels chronicle the history of the Castle owners from the O\Donnell chieftains to the Brooke family. Limited access for people with disabilities to the groun…

Equestrian centre overlooking Mulroy Bay. Trekking and hacking along quiet mountain roads. Safety, quality and enjoyment guaranteed. All abilities catered for.

Donegal Ancestry provides a comprehensive genealogy service for people at home and abroad that want to trace their Donegal roots. We have been collecting and computerising genealogy records for over 30 years and have compiled a database of almost 1 million records from the primary genealogy sources for County Donegal. Whether you are just beginning your research or are well on the way to tracin…

We're delighted to announce we will be open for Jailbreak, Guided Tours, and Museum from 5pm - 9pm on Friday the 24th of July and Friday the 7th of August! Jailbreak and Tours will also be 20% off! We're now taking bookings online at the link below, over the phone on (00353) 74 914 1733, email at liffordoldcourthouse@gmail.com, or at reception. https://liffordoldcourthouse.com/ Use cod…

Donegal Donkey Sanctuary provides refuge to abandoned & abused donkeys. Visitors are welcome. Wander the walkways & meet the donkeys up close! Visitor centre includes a tearoom/gift shop. Disabled facilities available. Come along & make a new furry friend today! Donations can be made on our website and Facebook page or directly by post made payable to Donegal Donkey Sanctuary. We are con…

Discover the thrill of surfing and stand-up paddleboarding with Surf'SUP Surf School in scenic Donegal. Established in 2021, our family-friendly school is the perfect destination for adventurers of all ages. Operating on the pristine and beautiful Dooey, Narin, and Tramore beaches, we offer personalised lessons tailored to suit every skill level. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned pro, our …

The V Spa located within the Villa Rose Hotel is an award-winning destination spa in County Donegal. Our spa facility is comprised of 7 treatment rooms, a thermal suite & a relaxation suite. The Thermal Suite at the V Spa is the ultimate Spa Experience in Donegal and is recommended before your treatment to assist with intense relaxation. Enjoy a balmy Crystal Steam, Luxurious Foot Spas, the …

The Cliff Walk as you would suspect from its very name is a walk along the cliff top and seashore of Bundoran’s West End. Starting out from the Tourist Information Office (See map) the route takes you westwards over the River Bradog and into the West End. At Bayview Avenue you can enjoy fine views of the Peak, Bundoran’s favourite haunt for surfers and across Donegal Bay. Continue on into the …

Tweed started out as a bricks & mortar lifestyle and home wares boutique in County Donegal in the north west of Ireland. Owned and run by a Donegal native who grew up steeped in the local tweed tradition, Ronan Hanna brings a modern take on tweed to his own label Hata while honoring age old traditions of weaving. In addition to apparel & headwear from Hatas collection Tweed also has a highly ed…

Letterkenny Activity Centre - Fun for all the family. Karting at approx 800 meters they have one of the largest tracks in Ulster with both Adult and Junior karts available from age 8. The track is unique in that it is part indoor but mostly outdoor. High Rope and Zipline Park Spend over an hour in the High Rope Park and test your head for heights as you overcome the obstacles in the multi level…

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…

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. The below shorter looped cycle routes will take you on a tour of the spectacular…

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…

The Letterkenny complex has been a family favourite for over 20 years. Our ten-pin bowling offers stylish seating, funky lighting, surround sound and a fully stocked bar. We have added interactive darts to our offering at the complex and they are proving very popular with a great range of games to play for all ages and skill level. Laser quest is something the family can enjoy from 7 right up to…

Carty’s Land and Sea sports is a newly opened hunting and fishing store in Bundoran, Co Donegal. No matter what type of sport you enjoy you will find it nearby, whether game fishing on the Drowes, Bunduff river, Erne Estuary or one of the many lakes locally, sea fishing from Shore or Boat in Donegal Bay, or coarse fishing on the nearby Erne Lakes. Land and Sea Sports offers a great family run…

Slí na Finne is a 42 km long circular section of the 280km Slí Dhún na nGall that loops through the mountains of central Donegal touching on Lough Finn, a lake steeped in legends of the superhero, Finn Mc Cumhaill, and the River Finn, one of the best salmon rivers in Europe. It is a route that takes in the villages of Fintown, Brockagh and Comeen and what County Donegal is best for, its wilderness…

Lough Swilly Marina is located at Fahan, Co. Donegal along the western shore of the Inishowen Peninsula. It offers safe and secure berthing for boats of various sizes along finger pontoons. It is only 3 kilometres from Buncrana and is a 10 minute drive into the city of Derry. Buses run through the village on a regular basis and it is a short taxi drive into the City. Daily, weekly and monthly …