Donegal Ireland

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County Donegal

The name Donegal comes from the Irish 'Dun na nGall' meaning fort of the foreigner. Ireland's most northerly county has little in common with its neighbours in the Republic, either geographically or historically. Donegal's supreme appeal lies in the natural beauty of its coast, with windswept peninsulas, precipitous cliffs and a host of golden beaches that rival any in Europe.

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The heritage town of Donegal is situated at the mouth of its namesake, Donegal Bay, and is part of a county that also bears the same name. The county is at the foot of the Bluestack Mountains, making it an ideal starting point for those touring the rest of the country.

Its quiet and relaxing lifestyle has made it a tourist attraction in itself as well. The town is popular since it was the home of the O’Donnell clan.  The clan was a major player in the history of Ireland. A 1966 Disney film featuring an O’Donnell character was even entitled The Fighting Prince of Donegal.

The town’s location is ideal for angling, fishing, and boating activities. There are several walking and biking paths that guests can take. Dean’s Equestrian Center provides a complete look at how horses are groomed and cared for.

There is an 18-hole golf course for those who want to improve their swing. Dining out is also a treat, as you get to sample local specialties. There are also a number of pubs that let you enjoy a drink together with good company.

A good time to visit is the summer right in time for the town festival. You can enjoy good music that will be played in conjunction with a carnival atmosphere.  

There are several accommodation choices that guests can choose from. There are hotels and guesthouses along the center of town called the Diamond. There are also a number of bed and breakfast houses around Donegal. Tourists can then walk around the Diamond to find several shops and restaurants. An important attraction is the Donegal Castle, which was home to the O’Donnells. Another heritage site is the Railway Heritage Museum. One can enjoy serene hikes in the Bank Walk, the Blue Stack Mountains, and the Barnesmore Gap. To end the day, you can relax while walking at the picturesque Murvagh Beach.

Attractions Donegal Ireland


Donegal Tourist Attractions

  • Bundoran Waterworld - Bundoran

    With an indoor swimming and spectator area. There is also an outdoor adventure playground and award winning leisure facilities. Great famility facility.

  • Colmcille Heritage Centre - Gartan

    Located at Gartan, Churchill, Letterkenny, this centre houses a unique interpretative exhibition featuring the life and times of Saint Colmcille (Columba) - Patriarch of the Irish monastic system and founder of the Scottish Church. The exhibition is housed in a beautiful stone building on the shores of Lough Gartan, within the Derryveagh mountain range.

  • Colmcille Monastry on Tory Island - Tory Island

    For a thousand years the monastery founded by Colmcille flourished until sacked by the Elizabethans. The ruins are mostly in the west of Tory. Of the five churches recorded in the middle ages only the ruins of one remain. Cursing stones were used to keep out tax collectors. Access to the island by ferry from Magheraroarty, Bunbeg and Portnablagh.

  • Donegal County Museum - Letterkenny

    Located at High Street, Letterkenny, houses a fascinating range of artefacts covering all aspects of life in Donegal. The museum charts the history of the county over the last three centuries, from the Penal Laws to the emergency. Donegal County Museum is based in a fine old stone building, once part of the Letterkenny Workhouse, built in 1846.

  • Glencolmcille Folk Village and Museum - Glencolmcille

    This exhibition features Donegal's cottage dwellings. It spans more than 300 years and has family homes equipped with furniture, artefacts and utensils of the period. The schoolhouse is also featured. Replicas of local historical items, such as standing stones and a round tower make for an interesting outdoor trail.

  • Slieve League Cliffs - Slieve

    Slieve League Cliffs, south of Glencolumbkille. and west of Teelin in Co. Donegal are very spectacular. You can take a hair rising 8 km drive, beyond Teelin, along roads with hairpin bends and sheer drops to the sea to arrive at this view at Bunglass Point. They are the highest cliff face in Europe. The cliffs drop 765ft to the sea, and Slieve League rises to 1972ft at its highest.


Heritage Sites

  • Ardara Heritage Centre - Ardara

    Located at Ardara, it tells the story of Donegal tweed from the shearing of sheep to the manufacture of the woven cloth. Weavers at work show how a loom operates and the different stitches which make up Aran knitwear can be examined.

  • Donegal Castle - Donegal

    Built by the O'Donnell chieftain in the 15th century, beside the River Eske, the Castle has extensive 17th century additions by Sir Basil Brooke. The Castle is furnished throughout and includes Persian rugs and French tapestries. Information panels chronicle the history of the Castle owners from the O'Donnell chieftains to the Brooke family. 

  • Glenveagh National Park - Churchill

    Located at Churchill, Letterkenny. Here within a late 19th century setting in a rugged and remote mountain valley, Henry Mc Ilhenny from Philadelphia created one of the most celebrated gardens in Ireland. Woodland gardens and pleasure grounds, an Italian terrace with antique sculpture and terracotta pots, are all skilfully interwoven against the wild and beautiful Donegal landscape.

  • Newmills Corn and Flax Mills - Letterkenny

    The oldest surviving building here is said to be 400 years old. Indeed, the whole complex is an interesting reminder of a stage in the industrial development of this country which has now given way to a more sophisticated, but usually far less fascinating technology. The visitor to Newmills can experience the pleasure of seeing one of the largest waterwheels in Ireland in action as it drives the machinery of the corn mill.

  • The Glebe House and Gallery - Churchill

    Located at Churchill, Letterkenny, the Glebe House is a Regency house set in woodland gardens beside Lake Gartan. The Glebe is decorated with William Morris wallpapers and textiles and has Islamic and Japanese art. The Derek Hill permanent collection includes 300 works by leading 20th century artists, including Picasso and Kokosha, as well as Irish and Italian artists.

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  • Ballybofey & Stranorlar Golf Club

    Co. Donegal

    This course offers a challenge of all standards. 18 holes, 5870 yds, set in the Finne Valley Tree Lines Park Land with its feature hole 16th set on the shore of Lough Allan. Ideal course for Holiday Golf in Donegal.

  • Ballyliffin Golf Club

    Carndonagh, Co. Donegal

    Two 18 Hole Links Courses, The Old Links and the Glashedy Links Course.

  • Bundoran Golf Club

    Co. Donegal

    An 18 hole, 6123 yds, course laid out in two 9 holes loops with the ninth and eighteenth greens close to the clubhouse. The course which is for the most part undulating is picturesquely situated commanding at all parts splendid views of Donegal bay and the mountains piled up inland.

  • Donegal Golf Club

    Murvagh, Co. Donegal

    18 Hole Links Course, just 11km from Donegal Town. one mile off the N15 on the south side. The links is isolated from the outside world by a forest of evergreens washed on one side by the great Atlantic Ocean and with a panoramic view of the Bluestack Mountains.

  • Letterkenny Golf Club

    Letterkenny, Co. Donegal

    18 hole, 6239 yards, Par 70 Parkland Championship course. The course takes advantage of natural variances of elevation with four holes wrapped around the banks of Lough Swilly and the "top seven" holes affording the golfer a panoramic view of the Lough-side and the picturesque garland hills and wooded countryside. Nestled within 147 acres of tranquil bliss the golfer's game will be shared with no-one but nature and its splendid beauty.

  • Narin & Portnoo Golf Club

    Portnoo, Co. Donegal

    18 Hole Links Course, in south west Donegal. A very scenic course. One of Irelands true Links Courses, 5820 yds, situated in the West Donegal Coast with panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean and Arranmore Island. The Narin, Portnoo Beach lies on the other side of the Sand Dunes along the 2nd nine. While the course is short every club in the bag is needed to reach the greens in reputation. The course is located in the seaside resort of Narin.

  • Rosapenna Golf Club

    Near Downings in North Donegal, Co. Donegal

    18 Hole Links Course. Part of Rosapenna hotel complex.

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