Location: Buncrana
Top Things to do in Buncrana
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Buncrana (/ˈbʌn.krænə/; Irish: Bun Cranncha, meaning "foot of the (River) Crana") is a town in County Donegal, Ireland. It is beside Lough Swilly on the Inishowen peninsula, 23 kilometres (14 mi) northwest of Derry and 43 kilometres (27 mi) north of Letterkenny. In the 2016 census, the population was 6,785 making it the second most populous town in County Donegal, after Letterkenny, and the largest in Inishowen.
Restaurants in Buncrana
1. Inishowen Tourist Office
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 91 reviews
Visitor Information Centre providing in depth knowledge/expertise of the Inishowen Peninsula & County of Donegal. Find out what you can do and see in the peninsula from fantastic scenic drives to attractions, activities, cultural sights, arts and crafts. Ask for top tips on where to eat and stay, music & festivals during your visit. Stocking a large selection of locals Arts & Crafts and Souvenirs to remember your Inishowen Experience!
Reviewed By Annmariathomas - Swansea Bay, United Kingdom
A quiet and convenient Aire for a few vehicles no charge except for electric hook up. Helpful staff managing Covid situation with efficiency and understanding.
2. Swan Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 143 reviews
Reviewed By annkJ4494HZ
Great place to walk lovely views of river and wildlife has fairy houses for children and schools visit here on nature walks if in area would recommend
3. Free Wee Library
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By MariaTheresa2016 - Buncrana, Ireland
Great idea and works well, they are in quite a lot of places and seemed to be used a lot ... brilliant idea
4. Fort Dunree Military Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 318 reviews
Fort Dunree is situated 7 miles outside Buncrana on the Inishowen Peninsula, housing a Military Museum, Wildlife Discovery Room, Coffee Shop, stunning walks and majestic views of Lough Swilly it is a must for every visitor to Donegal
Reviewed By kingdom_warrior98 - Ireland, null
Really great walks around the Fort and some really very interesting history are within the walls! Its due for a major regeneration in 2021 and will be steeped in more history! Stunning coastal veiws
5. Buncrana Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 141 reviews
Reviewed By Tommie6 - County Carlow, Ireland
We stayed in the Harbour View Hotel across the road from this beach. How lucky were we? Fab beach. Lovely soft sand. We watched the sun setting at night. Went for walks after breakfast in the mornings. Love this beach
6. Dunree Bay
7. Lisfannon Strand
8. Wains World
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 45 reviews
Indoor play area for the U12s with Cafe. Daily play and food deals e.g. , Parent & Toddler on Wednesday and Friday morning for only €4. There is also a good value party package available starting at €8.50 Summer/Halloween/Christmas/Easter camps check Facebook for details Cafe open 10-6 daily serving everything from Beans, scramble eggs toast, wraps, sandwiches Salads to Hot food. Tea/Coffee/ Latte/Cappuccino Walkers, toys available for infants, Frame divided into toddler and Over 4s area
9. Amazing Grace Viewing Platform, Walk and Park!
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By 726danih - Ballymena, United Kingdom
Beautiful walk with plenty of stops take a coat read the boards and soak in the history and the views
10. The Drift Inn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 47 reviews
Reviewed By GeorgieEtAl - Salamanca, Spain
This is the spot to unwrap yourself in front of a great log fire away from the cold wind and hail of Inishowen. Amidst the old fishing nets and maritime lamps and other regalia, you could be forgiven for thinking you'd been stolen away on an old boat, in the low lights of the cosy wee front bar, an obvious favourite for the locals. We enjoyed a great pint of Guinness and delicious food served by friendly hosts. Look forward to returning soon!
