Activities in Donegal

We provide both Sightseeing and Walking Tours. We also provide private tours. We will transport you in an eight seater VW Transporter Minibus. Our Guide is a Qualified and Approved Tour Guide as well as a Qualified Mountain Leader.

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…

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…

The IOSAS Centre (Island of saints and scholars) and Celtic Prayer garden. The Celtic Prayer Garden is Ireland’s only such garden and is set in six acres of natural bog land, approximately 10 minutes out of the city centre of Derry. Here we invite you to step back in time to an Ireland of saints and scholars, a people who had a very strong sense of creation, a robust attitude to religious pr…

The Award Winning Donegal Railway Museum is considered one of the county’s hidden gems and is located just 300 metres from Donegal Town Centre. It is an all-weather attraction and the only attraction in Donegal Town open throughout the entire year Donegal had the largest narrow-gauge railway network in these Isles, and uniquely, amongst steam engines and railcars, operated one of the first railwa…

Sunset Kayak Mulroy Bay Enjoy a memorable summer sunset experience by kayak. Eco Atlantic Adventures offers the best seat in the house to witness this spectacle. The Evening Sunsets brings in colours and reflections, setting golden yellows, purples and reds. As the sun sets beyond the horizon, enjoy a hue of colour and light, just before it pops and fades ever so slowly and mellows out. Set…

HIKING AND KAYAKING NEAR GWEEDORE Trek and Paddle Donegal is based in Gaoth Dobhair (Gweeedore) in North West Donegal. We offer sports and recreation for all the family to enjoy - hiking trail walks, canoe and kayak hire. Enjoy outdoor activities along the Wild Atlantic Way with us! Call us or email us for details Tel: 087 090 3163 Email: trekandpaddledonegal@gmail.com

Donegal bay charters was created to offer boat hire for the donegal bay area. Providing professional pleasure fishing and deep sea angling.”Donna-Marie” is an 8mtr vessel and built by Lyme boats (UK) She was originally built as a fast potting boat and has generous deck space. `Donna-Marie` has a P3 licence and she is able to carry 12 persons +2 crew. She is very stable at sea especially at rest or…

Your Irish adventure with Chieftain Tours is sure to create lifelong memories. At Chieftain Tours, we don’t just take you to Ireland—we immerse you in its soul. Our expertly crafted tours offer more than sightseeing; they’re unforgettable journeys through ancient castles, emerald landscapes, vibrant cities, and the heartwarming spirit of the Irish people. From the rugged cliffs of the Wild …

Mourne Antiques celebrates 40 years this year! We are well known for our selection of antique pieces of furniture, china and decorative items - but our main attraction is the jewellery. Not only rare antique pieces, but also pre-owned and even contemporary fine jewellery including diamond engagement rings.

A visit to Ards Forest Park will reward everyone at any time of the year. The park covers approximately 480 hectares (1200 acres) and includes a variety of habitats, among them sand dunes, beaches, salt marshes, salt water lakes, rock face and, of course, coniferous and deciduous woodlands. With such a variety of landscapes, it is possible to spend many hours exploring this wonderful park. The sea…

A private garden romantically set in the former grounds of nearby Drumbeg House and retaining some of the features from the Estate namely a lake and tree lined driveway now a scenic walk connecting the more ornamental section of the garden to a wild flower meadow. Bluebell woods with an insect hotel, a stream, a dam, a birch grove, sweeping perennial beds and a mixed hedge fairy ring all blend to…

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…

The Mulroy Drive Walking and Cycling Routes are based on a series of back roads that lead on the main Mulroy Drive. The local, historical and scenic points are on the routes. Walkers & Cyclists welcome on all routes. Moross Castle Walk - A reminder of the Mac Suibhne Rule in Fanad is Moross Castle which was built on a promontory of Mulroy Bay. > Click here to read more Milford > Click here to…

Just 15 miles away from Letterkenny and 15 miles from Derry/Londonderry, lies Lifford, the historic capital of Donegal. The Old Courthouse was built in 1746 and was once home to some of the North Wests most wanted villains. These days its home to a visitor centre which has proved itself a firm favourite with all ages. You will have a chance to experience the life of a prisoner as you are ar…

Maghery is a small and vibrant coastal community situated in the Rosses area of west Donegal and is less than 20km from Donegal Airport. It is an area of outstanding natural beauty with a variety of landscapes including beaches, islands, sea cliffs, caves, arches, hills, and lakes. Maghery Coastal Adventures offers both the local and the visitor, the opportunity to explore this beautiful area a…

The Bluestack Way is a 65km route through a true wilderness area of County Donegal in the north west of Ireland with great views as it traverses the Bluestack Mountains, a range of low rounded hills. It connects Donegal town with the town of Ardara on the west coast. Along the way the route passes by scenic Lough Eske, and then wends its way across the foothills of the Bluestacks to reach an area …

Mc Gonigle Glass Studio are three sisters, Elaine, Lyndsey and Zara. Every Mc Gonigle Glass piece is designed, made and finished with love in our studio in the Donegal Craft Village on the Wild Atlantic Way. We make enchanting, delicate and vibrant glass jewellery and art using fusing, slumping and lampworking techniques. Our glass pieces are filled with intrigue, imagination and detail with an ec…

This attractive two story stone house was built in the 1840\s as the fever hospital for Dunfanaghy Workhouse. It closed in 1922. Then from the 1930\s to the 1960\s it was used as the National School for the Roman Catholic Children of the area. It’s opening in 1968, as \The Gallery\ was the inspiration of Frank Egginton, the well-known landscape artist. Since then his daughter and son-in-law have r…

Situated on the shore of the Swilly, The North West Golf Club has been described as the St Andrew's of Ireland. Established as an 18 hole links course in 1891 it is one of the 9 founding members of the Golfing Union of Ireland. The North West is a challenging course that offers breathtaking views, fantastic hospitality and will require everything you have in the bag. This hidden gem in the …