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…

The Shorefront Slí na Sláinte is a 1km linear walk starting at the carpark opposite Buncrana Leisure Centre on Buncrana’s shorefront and following the coastline along Lough Swilly. Swan Park Slí na Sláinte is a 2km looped walk starting from the carpark at the Old Pier by the Wolfe Tone Memorial across the historic six-arched Crana Bridge, turn right at the gates of Buncrana Castle and past O’Do…

We have a wide variety of activities for children across our park and we also provide accommodation with our log cabins and mobile homes. We have lots to do with bouncy castles, water sports, trampolines , an indoor play area, rock climbing, archery and many more activities!

Established in 2015 by Greg Gallagher, Wild Atlantic Surf School operates at the beautiful Dooey Beach near Dungloe in Co. Donegal on the north-west coast of Ireland. Wild Atlantic Surf School is approved by the Irish Surfing Association and provides a fun and safe introduction to the sport of surfing. Dooey Beach is the perfect location to get started, with over 3 kilometres of sandy beach and i…

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…

CARA Organic Beauty Spa at Lough Eske Spa 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 treat…

Hi my name is Nicola, a native of Donegal. From a very young age I have been passionate about my beautiful county, its breathtaking scenery, its rich history, its flora and fauna and off course its friendly people. Join me on a tour of my part of the Wild Atlantic Way. the stunning South West Donegal area. Private Day Tours for up to 8 people showcasing the South West Donegal area on the Wild …

Although May and June are usually the best months with the most colour and variety, there is always something in season: from the snowdrops to the autumn colours and winter-flowering cherry. The house and garden have existed for several centuries. There are many rhododendrons, azaleas and camellias, large areas of snowdrops, daffodils and bluebells and beautiful walks through young and mature bro…

Carrablagh is an excellent example of a well established country garden dating back to the mid 19th century. Set on the eastern cliffs of the Fanad Peninsula where Lough Swilly meets the North Atlantic Ocean.

Letterkenny’s superbly designed parkland course is situated on the shores of Lough Swilly, where the imaginative combination of woodland and water features offer a challenge to all golfers. The course was originally carved out of natural woodlands and there exists today a magnificent natural wildlife habitat that supports a spectacular mixture of bird life. Visitors are assured of a warm Do…

M.Arina Adventure Centre is a soft play centre situated An Chuirt Hotel, Gweedore. (Down the stairs opposite the Serenity reception) categories

Established in 1990 by the Fitzgerald Family, Surfworld is an all-in-one surf shop and surf school in Bundoran, Co. Donegal, Ireland! The feel of a locally owned, grass roots and all core surf retailer still holds pride and place in our store. The main surf shop, surf school and discount surf shop are located on the Main Street in the heart of Bundoran, but they also have a surf shop in Str…

This looping 202 mile cycle route is a perfect slice of Ireland. Rugged beauty, ocean battered coasts and deserted mountain landscapes are all punctuated with warm, welcoming people. This trail travels through a wide variety of scenic landscapes, utilising quiet country roads with some traffic-free sections, mostly in urban areas. The route enjoys dramatic views of the Atlantic Ocean passing throu…

Inspired by my Granny, Amelia, this shop has developed from a small space in my antique shop to a destination store renowned for quality.

The walled kitchen garden where a broad range of soft fruit, vegetables, salad crops and herbs are cultivated for the award winning hotel kitchens. Adjacent to the Restaurant is a recently made tranquillity garden with a contemporary sculpture by Zara Cunningham-Bell. There is no charge for admission to our gardens and they are open: Easter to October 10am-4pm Daily. Closed November to Easter. …

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 …

PURCHASE A PIECE OF THE PENINSULA Glendowen Craft Shop and Studio encapsulates the beauty and spirit of the Inishowen Peninsula. Based in Meentagh Glen, Clonmany, the beautiful workshop and retail outlet is where tradition meets modernity, beauty meets function and ‘craic agus ceol’ rings around its walls. It is here among the hills, that you will find garments and accessories of the very bes…

Slí Cholmcille is a section of the 280km Slí Dhún na nGall that circles around the remote landscapes of south west Donegal. The name of the route is derived from that of St Colmcille, one of Ireland’s early Christian saints, who was born in County Donegal and lived for a while in this region. He is recalled in the name of Glencolmcille, Donegal’s westerlymost village, a place steeped in pre-Christ…

At the Falcarragh Visitor Centre, you can immerse yourself in the lives of our rural ancestors from Falcarragh and its surrounding region. The Centre, which contains a Coffee Shop, Craft Shop and Tourist Information Desk, is housed in an ex-R.I.C. barracks. Permanent exhibits of the history and culture of the barracks are on display. The Centre is open all year round.

Rapid Kayaking offers the opportunity to go and explore.Get close and interact with the Wild Atlantic scenery, bird and animal life and the possibility of paddling into caves, through sea arches, to rocky reefs or along the beautiful, picturesque coastline in which the west coast of Ireland is famous for. The aim is to get onto the Wild Atlantic ocean to unspoilt, uninhabited natural locations and…