Activities in Donegal

The beautiful beach is one of the the best places in Ireland and even Europe to learn to surf, With the perfect combination of medium sized rolling waves & spectacular surroundings it is also one of the most stunning places to surf. At ‘Rossnowlagh Surf School’ we take pride in our fun and professional approach.Our surf instructors are accredited with the Irish Surfing Association Surfing qualific…

True North Bike Tours provide custom guided and self-guided motorcycle tours of Ireland covering lesser known routes along the Wild Atlantic Way, Causeway Coastal routes and Donegal Highlands. True North Bike Tour packages include daily itineraries and maps, accommodation and optional motorbike hire where needed. Tours operates throughout the year so contact us today to begin your own True Nor…

Come visit our beautiful pottery shop and studio at the Craft Village in Donegal Town. KCP makes unique one-off handmade pottery, from beakers, large platters, coffee and whiskey vessels to name a few. He has studied art and design with a Masters from The Royal college of Art in London. And a Master Craftsperson from the Craft Council of Ireland. Enjoy a creative studio at work first hand, ke…

See Ireland's most northernly coastline like never before with Inishowen Boating. The Inishowen Boating Experience gives you an opportunity to view the rugged Inishowen coastline by sea, showcasing some of the best views in all of Ireland. There is plenty of marine life to be spotted on the trips, as well as birds, basking sharks, seals and our resident dolphins! Our charter boats can t…

The Atlantic Irish Fest is a four-day program of tours & music which takes place from January 17-21 2026. The Atlantic Irish Fest showcases some of Donegal's best traditional music and musicians, and over four nights, we feature four great shows- the first performance on Saturday Jan 17 is Cairdeas, a showcase of local musicians of all ages, led by the McGrath and O'Brien families. The Cairdeas sh…

The Irish Sports Council launched a digital Video #FindYourTrail to encourage people of all ages and ability to enjoy the great Irish outdoors. Recreational trails help people to enjoy the outdoors and facilitate, promote and manage a range of outdoor activities including countryside walking and hiking, on and off-road cycling, trail running, canoeing, horse-riding and even motorised sports, all …

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 Lifford Museum offers a unique opportunity to explore Donegal’s heritage in one place, within one of the county’s most iconic historic buildings. The museum brings together three important heritage collections: the County Donegal Historical Society Collection, formerly housed in Rossnowlagh; the Donegal Ancestry Collection, previously located in Ramelton; and artefacts from Lifford Old Cour…

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…

Flat Cap Adventurers offers immersive, guided 4×4 tours that take you deep into the untamed beauty of County Donegal. From the dramatic cliffs and coastal tracks of the Inishowen Peninsula to the wild, rugged trails of Mid Donegal, these off-road adventures deliver a one-of-a-kind way to experience the region’s remote landscapes, history, and local culture. Travelling in luxury Land Rover Discover…

Raw Dance Academy Hip Hop Summer School. Amazing fun activity for the whole family starting on Tuesday 3rd July 2pm-3.30pm & Thursday 5th July at The Lakeside Centre, Belleek Road, Ballyshannon, Donegal. Summer school will run during the summer. Summers school monthly fee €30 every Tuesday Tuesday & Thursday Time 2-3.30pm. Contact number Natalie +353 (83) 039 4841 Come down and put on your da…

The Downings Bay Hotel is happy to provide complimentary admission to our near-by state of the art Leisure Centre and Gym for all hotel guests. This facility is a few minutes drive from the hotel. It is finished to the highest standards and is open all year round. An image labelled Swimming pool Facilities include: 20m heated pool Kids pool Sauna Steam room Jacuzzi Fully equipped gym …

All instruction at Glenleary is provided by appropriately qualified, experienced and mature instructors. The main focus is weekly riding lessons. Trekking is available through the beautiful local countryside with spectacular views of Lough Swilly.

Siulóid Cois an Ghaoth - This walk is a short but attractive path along the tree-lined banks of the Gweedore River estuary. Linear Trail Length: 0.75km Time 15mins Nearest Town: Crolly Link to National Waymarked Way

Hand printed linocuts of birds and animals native to Ireland and Britain. A linocut is a relief print, like a woodcut. The image is carved out of a lino block and what remains will print when the inked roller is passed over the top of the block. Paper is laid on the inked block and burnished by hand or passed through a press which leaves an impression. All linocuts are hand printed on 100% aci…

CARA Organic Spa at Lough Eske Castle in Donegal, Ireland is your escape to a world of well-deserved pampering and natural, restorative therapies. Situated in the castle garden, the refreshing, peaceful setting is reflected in the buildings natural sandstone and rich wood floor features. Our skillful and caring staff places you as top priority. Here, the concept of the traditional spa treatment…

Rosguill is a `State of the art` charter vessel equipped with twin 310 HP Caterpillar Diesel engines and all the best in electronic equipment. The RosGuill has a hydraulic diver’s lift. Diving The area from Tory Island to Malin Head has the best diving in Oceanic water, both scenic and wreck, available in Ireland. Within 40 miles of Downings there are 109 wrecks, including the Audacious, a dre…

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…

OURganic Gardens is an outdoor educational garden focused on Food, Wellbeing, Biodiversity , Holistic Connections and Community . Workshops and Events on website. Growing organic plants and vegetable starter packs for sale. We are based in North West Donegal. Ireland. Open by appointment only email ourganicgardensdonegal@gmail.com Consultations and Talks also offered - Group tours w…

Inch Wildfowl Reserve - Situated in the shadow of Scalp Mountain on the eastern shores of Lough Swilly, tucked neatly behind Inch Island, you will find Inch Wildfowl Reserve. The combination within this site of extensive feeding areas and safe resting and roosting sites makes this site one of the most important wetlands in the country for wintering waterfowl. This site is situated to the east of L…