Activities in Donegal

Established in 1972 by Mrs Jessie Mahaffy, a relative of William Robinson and a granddaughter of the forester at Lissadell, Co Sligo, Blackrock is a garden constructed completely upon rock. A charming rockery sits above the farmhouse. A grassy corridor winds between a shrubbery and a shady border to a small cottage garden where perennials are interspersed with free-seeding aquilegias, foxgloves …

Just relax and chill out, wandering in the seven acres of the beautiful Rathmullan House wooded gardens, with their lovely lawns and rose gardens, which sweep down to a 2 mile sandy beach. Discover the hotels walled garden and the sunken Tranquillity Garden where, to quote Yeats, \peace comes dropping slow\. Member of Donegal Garden Trail.

A gem of a rose garden on a modern housing development. Featuring a huge range of varieties (Climbers, Hybrid Tea and Floribunda) in every colour and with fragrances that will knock your socks off. Admission: €5 to charity and garden maintenance Directions: From N15 in the centre of Ballybofey turn on to R252 (Glenfin Road) passing Jackson’s Hotel on the right. Blue Cedars is on the left a…

Rock climbing in Inishowen! Donegal Climbing is an adventure tourism business that offers amazing rock climbing and mountain training adventures in Inishowen, County Donegal. We provide tailor-made personal, family, friend, and club oriented adventure packages that are accessible to all visitors, regardless of their experience of rock climbing or mountaineering. Your guide is Dr Bren Whelan, a …

Join us on our farm tour and see first-hand the life cycle of an oyster. As part of the tour you will enjoy the taste of oysters fresh from the Atlantic Sea. Our tour is a one hour guided tour by our oyster farmer Jimmy. He will share his years of experience at oyster farming and explain what is involved in getting the oyster from Donegal to a plate in restaurants worldwide

The Inishowen Maritime Museum and Planetarium is located in the old Coast Guard Station, only 100 yards from the Lough Foyle Ferry landing at Greencastle Harbour, County Donegal. Attractions include extensive nautical exhibits, memorabilia, photographs, models, modern and ancient maritime equipment and Irish boats from six to fifty feet. The state of the art planetarium features accurate depic…

Bundoran Glowbowl & Macks Amusements is the largest Family Entertainment Centre in the North West and caters for everyone. The futuristic Glowbowl houses 8 lanes of fully computerised Tenpin Bowling and the fantastic Amusements Complex has something for all the family. We have all the latest Driving Games, Dance Machines, Video Games, Pool Tables, Air Hockey Tables and a fantastic Video Jukebox…

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.

Donegal Equestrian Centre situated 1 mile from the centre of Bundoran in the beautiful North West coast of Ireland is the perfect choice for all your horse riding . They offer instruction in riding, horse riding holidays, pony camps, beach & trail rides suitable for all levels of rider. They have a wide range of horses and ponies from 11hh - 17hh to suit all abilities. With numerous beaches on the…

STAR WARS Walking Tour! We provide Ireland's only Star Wars walking tour, which is accessible to all visitors. Your guide is Dr Bren Whelan, a highly qualified Fáilte Ireland guide, Mountaineering & Climbing Instructor Certificate (WMCI), International Mountain Leader (IML), and Climbing Coach award holder, who has 30 years of guiding people in Ireland and worldwide. Most importantly, Bren was …

Ireland by Bike is a family business, based in the village of Carrick, at the foot of the famous Sliabh Liag Cliffs. The business was founded in 2010 by husband and wife team Séamus and Nóra Gallagher. Ireland by Bike has gained a reputation fas a provider of first class self-guided cycling and walking holidays along the Wild Atlantic Way. We now offer a full range of cycling and walking ho…

An Grianán Theatre is an integral part of the county’s thriving cultural life and a flagship venue in the North West of Ireland. It gives local audiences and visitors the opportunity to enjoy the very best local, national and international arts and entertainment events including drama, comedy, music, dance and much more.

The Wild Atlantic Equestrian Centre is situated at Dunlewey lakeside in the heart of the North West Donegal Gaeltacht under the majestic gaze of Errigal Mountain. Located next to Ionad Cois Locha, Dunlewey Cultural Centre, on the slopes of the Derryveagh Mountains and beside Glenveagh National Park, and on the Wild Atlantic Way. A business, run by friends and family, who provide an Equestrian Ed…

Embrace the exhilarating freedom of eBiking through breathtaking landscapes of County Donegal with effortless comfort. Downings is home to some of the most beautiful and picturesque sights such as the Donegal Boardwalk Resort, the Wild Atlantic Way and other hidden gems and now we are able to offer the best way to take in these sights…. With electric bikes 😍 Like our Facebook page to be kep…

Century Cinemas: Bringing Stories to Life in Letterkenny for Over 85 Years. Experience the magic of the movies with a cinema that truly cares. As a dedicated, family-run business serving Letterkenny for over eight decades, we are committed to providing the ultimate cinematic experience. We feature 8 state-of-the-art screens, including: - Two Brand-New VIP Luxury Theatres offering the ultima…

Cumann mBád is an Arranmore based, and community owned activities provider providing watersports and bike hire to visitors and islanders. Bikes can be hired on a daily or half-day rate to explore the Island and its many beautiful secret beaches, coves etc.

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…

One Day Retreats (specific dates in May, late August & September) commencing Sunday 3rd May 2026 Three Day Pilgrimage Season commences on 1st June. One can begin their pilgrimage on any day from 1st June until 13th August. Boats are available from 10.30am. Typically pilgrims arrive around mid-day on day one of their pilgrimage and depart at 10.00am on the third day. The Lough Derg office …

The Mulroy Drive is a 35km touring route in North Donegal, Ireland. The Mulroy Drive offers a warm and friendly welcomes to one and all in this most scenic and breath-taking tour of the beautiful Mulroy Bay. It connects the beautiful Atlantic drive to the rugged beauty of the Fanad lighthouse and the stunning Portsalon beaches and Knockalla drive. The rolling hills and sea views can be viewed …

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.