Places to See in Donegal

Ardara, one of the five designated heritage towns in Donegal, is situated in the beautiful south west region of Donegal. Close by is the Owenea River, where the salmon and trout fishing is widely regarded as one of the best in the country. Just outside the town is the spectacular Glengesh Pass on the road to Glencolumbkille. The town boasts top class blue flag beaches and a first rate links…

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…

There is a feeling of enchantment from the moment you step aboard the ferry at Burtonport. Arranmore Island or Árainn Mhór in Irish is wild and untamed and has a rich and vibrant heritage and culture and has been inhabited since prehistoric times. The Gaelic traditions are still thriving on the Arranmore Island and if you are looking for a real taste of island life, then this is definitely not to …

Ballyhiernan beach consists of a long sandy beach; confined by Rinboy Point to the West and Rinmore Point to the East. There are three bays at Ballyhiernan Beach; Carrickachurdin Bay, Kinlackagh Bay and Trabane Bay. The beach is North facing into the Atlantic Ocean and get a strong wash of water past the headland and rough seas coming onto the beach. Ballyhiernan Beach is a Green Coast awarded …

Children’s play area, astro-turf mini-pitch and multi-use games area, public toilets, sculptures, picnic areas, seating, ornamental gardens and walking trails.

Ballyshannon meaning The Mouth of Seannachs ford is stiuated at the mouth of the River Erne in south Donegal. The river Erne that flows through Ballyshannon marks the southern boundary of historic Tir Chonaill. Sites dating back to Neolithic times have been excavated in and around the town of Ballyshannon showing evidence of early human settlements Ballyshannon had long been an important stro…

Bundoran Beach is located approximately 250m north of Bundoran town’s main street. It is a sandy beach facing Donegal Bay and the Atlantic bounded on the North and South by rocks and on the east by the promenade roadway. It is popular destination with surfers. The beach is lifeguard patrolled throughout the bathing season. Lifeguard duty times can be found displayed on the information board on Bun…

Carrickfinn Beach is an extensive sandy beach with sand dunes and is located close to the beautiful Annagry village, a Gaeltacht area where the visitor can engage in the culture and heritage of this unique region where Irish is still the main everyday language. Carrickfinn is a long stretch of white sand beach backed by extensive sand dunes. All around the bay are the characteristic machair gr…

The stunning Culdaff Beach located on the Inishowen peninsula county Donegal in the north west of Ireland. Culdaff beach consists of a sandy beach with two rock outcrops at the south-east of the beach. These are exposed at times during the tidal phase during the day. The beach is contained to the west by sand dunes and to the north-west by the Culdaff River. Culdaff beach is popular with Surfe…

Bundoran is proud to be the first Donegal stop on the Wild Atlantic Way’s Surf Coast – a route known for its spectacular scenery all along the entire western seaboard with south Donegal being no exception. Stand at the Tullan Strand Discovery Point and take in Donegal. Bay with views of Slieve League, Mullaghmore, Benbulben and the picturesque Dartry Mountains – and don’t forget while you’re ther…

Nestled in an inlet of Sheephaven Bay in County Donegal, skirting the wild waters of the Atlantic, stands Doe Castle – the medieval stronghold of the MacSweeneys. The fortress was built in the 1420s. For almost 200 years it served as home, refuge and bastion for at least 13 MacSweeney chiefs – some of whom were party and witness to the most seismic events of Irish history. For example, MacSwee…

Donegal County Museum is based in a fine old stone building, once part of Letterkenny Workhouse, which opened in 1845. The Museum houses a substantial collection of artefacts relating to the history and heritage of County Donegal. Visitors can explore the past through Stone Age axes, World War I medals and railway memorabilia. Families can enjoy the 'Donegal Museum Detectives' backpack with cl…

Donegal East - Explore the Valleys Donegal East is the perfect base from which to explore the Wild Atlantic Way and the Causeway Coastal Route. Find the many hidden gems just waiting to be discovered. These include the expansive Bluestack Mountains, one of Europes richest salmon fishing rivers, the 3,000 year-old Beltany Stone Circle, the beautiful flora of Oakfield Park and an 18-hole parkl…

DONEGAL TOWN – Dún na nGall – Fort of the Foreigners Donegal Town is an attractive vibrant town overlooking Donegal Bay with a backdrop of the Bluestack Mountains on the Wild Atlantic Way. Traditionally a Market Town with a Diamond at its centre it is easily accessible for visitors and locals to explore the abundance of shops, dining, cultural and heritage attractions, bars and entertainment s…

Dooey is located close to the towns of Glenties and Dungloe which are located on the western coast of County Donegal. Dooey beach is a long sandy beach approximately 3km long on the Atlantic coast of Ireland. The beach is contained to the south by the Gweebarra estuary and sheltered to the north by the headland. The beach is west facing into the Atlantic Ocean and gets a strongwash of water from t…

Downings Beach is located in the village of Downings (Na Dnaibh) in the Gaeltacht area on the Rosguill Peninsula in County Donegal. Downings takes pride of place in the sheltered Sheephaven Bay that hosts a diverse range of other beaches. The beach is particularly popular with Windsurfers, providing excellent opportunities for enthusiasts at all levels. A busy beach in the peak season, perfect…

Drumnatinny beach consists of a long sandy beach; confined by Ballyness Bay to the West and by Crockagarran and a small series of headlands to the East. The beach is North facing into the Atlantic Ocean and gets a strong wash of water from the rough sea directly onto the beach. Drumnatinny Beach is a Green Coast awarded beach for 2026. The Green Coast Award is a prestigious environmental ac…

Coming from South to North on the Wild Atlantic Way, Bundoran’s Tullan Strand is proud to be the first Discovery Point you will meet in County Donegal and what a place to start! With scenic views for 360 degrees you can see back into Mullaghmore, County Sligo and across Donegal Bay to the magical Slieve League Cliffs. As you begin the Roguey Walk Experience, you will arrive at the stunning …

Fintra (Fionntrá) Beach is located on the South West Coast of the Donegal, approximately 3 km from Killybegs. The wide, rural beach of Fintra Bay is set amongst stunning scenery a short drive from the fishing port of Killybegs on County Donegal’s south-west coast. It is approached by a steep road down to it which offers fabulous vistas of both the beach and Donegal Bay as far as Benbulben mount…

Glebe House, the home for nearly thirty years of the renowned artist Derek Hill, is situated on rising ground, beside Lough Gartan, east of Glenveagh National Park, Co. Donegal. The Gardens of the Glebe House and Gallery are open to the public every day from dawn to dusk with the house open from 10am - 6pm daily. Originally known as St Columb’s, the 1828 Regency-style house is decorated wit…