Things to do in County Donegal

Blanketed in forests, mountains, woodland and water meadows, Glenveagh National Park is one of the primary attractions in County Donegal. The park is particularly popular with hikers, owing to its combination of untamed natural beauty, challenging trails and sculpted gardens – the latter of which are part of the 19th century Glenveagh Castle. The park covers an impressive 66 square miles of countryside.

You can find out about the history of Donegal with a visit to Donegal Castle. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Rossnowlagh Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Rossnowlagh. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

The tallest of the Seven Sisters in County Donegal, Mount Errigal is part of the larger Derryveagh Mountain Range and is considered to be one of the most iconic mountains in Ireland. Situated in the remote north-west of Ireland, Mount Errigal lies in the country’s most sparsely populated region, making this an exquisite place to escape.

When you visit the breathtaking Malin Head on northernmost tip of Ireland, you’ll soon understand why the tourist trail here is called the Wild Atlantic Way. At the peak of the Inishowen Peninsula, Malin Head offers some of the most indomitable views you will ever see over the northern Atlantic and its geological marvels are second only to the Giant’s Causeway Coast.

Slieve League is a large mountain overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, in the secluded and remote County Donegal on the north-west coast of Ireland. At almost 2,000 feet high, Slieve League has some of the tallest sea cliffs in Ireland. They are, in fact, even higher than the famous Cliffs of Moher on the south-west coast of the country.

Explore the great outdoors at Letterkenny Town Park, a lovely green space in Letterkenny. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Bundoran Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Bundoran. Amble around the area's seaside or visit its spas.