Top Things to do in County Donegal
The 10 Best Free Things to do in County Donegal, County Donegal
Discover the best top things to do in County Donegal, Ireland including Slieve League, Mount Errigal, Bluestack Mountains Scenic Route, Swan Park, Hornhead Loop, The Art House Ireland Art Gallery, Gola Island, Malin Head, Grianan Of Aileach, Newmills Corn and Flax Mill.
Restaurants in County Donegal
1. Slieve League
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,644 reviews
Don't miss your opportunity to visit one of Ireland's best kept secrets and a signature point on the Wild Atlantic Way. Located in south west Donegal along this magnificent costal driving route are Ireland's highest Sea Cliffs, Sliabh Liag. A visit to the cliffs and the surrounding region is a must on your Wild Atlantic Way adventure. Experience the local culture, heritage and people of Donegal against the backdrop of our spectacular and rugged coastline.
Reviewed By 913ciaranl
Excellent venue and everyone loved it , hidden gem If you don’t want to walk you can drive to another car park and the views from there are amazing. If you want to walk further you can walk on up the mountain which is well worth the effort. Plenty of photo opportunities.
2. Mount Errigal
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5.0 based on 289 reviews
Reviewed By cahiro447 - Odense, Denmark
There are in fact a few "Tracks" to the very top of the highest mountain in "County Donegal" where of course the view is spectacular !!???????? Even if you find the ascent a bit of a trial the trail coming down is a pleasure ????????????????????
3. Bluestack Mountains Scenic Route
4. Swan Park
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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
5. Hornhead Loop
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5.0 based on 253 reviews
Reviewed By sflynn8 - Limerick, Ireland
Amazing views from here.It is well worth the short drive from Dunfanahy to see this natural attraction. The views in all directions are amazing. The road to the head is very narrow in places and there is not much parking when you get to the top.
6. The Art House Ireland Art Gallery
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5.0 based on 214 reviews
The Art House is a unique 21st Century Irish Art/Craft Gallery. The gallery is also the Studios of (owner) Independent, Multidisciplinary and Award Winning Artist Brian O'Doherty. The aim of the Art House Gallery is to showcase the best Arts/Crafts of the Wild Atlantic Way.
Reviewed By Pavlova1958
Immensely enjoyed my visit to this fabulous gallery. Work had an international aspect as well as depicting the Irish landscape in a multifaceted way. My visit was all the more enriched by a personal sharing from artist owner whose work was really the star of the show.
7. Gola Island
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5.0 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By maryellenc374 - Letterkenny, Ireland
Visited gola for the first time this year, although we live locally, we never got around to making the trip. The ferry left hourly which was great as we had young family with us and we could stay as long or as short as suited us. The ferryman was more than helpful, loading and unloading a pram with a child in it and giving us all a helping hand on and off the ferry. The island itself is lovely and anyone we met were polite and pleasant. It's a day trip I will remember for a long time!
8. Malin Head
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4.5 based on 560 reviews
Reviewed By C_and_H_11 - Dublin, Ireland
Malin Head is the most northerly point in Ireland & boasts fabulous views in all directions - & if you're lucky even the Northern Lights can be seen at a certain time of the year! There are pathways which lead to different points on the head & we're happy to say new public toilets have been erected since our last visit here. Malin Head is a must see when in the area!
9. Grianan Of Aileach
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4.5 based on 357 reviews
Legend says it was built by the ancient gods; the ring fort was known as the Sun Palace and was held sacred. Traces of ancient earthworks, dating to the early Iron Age, surround the fort, enclosing an area of about 5 acres (0.02 km2). The fort itself was probably built in the early centuries of the Christian era. From the 5th to the 12th century AD it served as the royal seat of the O Neill sept of Aileach; it was destroyed by Murtogh O Brien, king of Munster in 1101. To make the demolition complete, the king ordered each of his soldiers to take away a stone from the fort. Grianan of Aileach was reconstructed by Dr Bernard of Derry in 1870, but archaeologists are doubtful about the inner restoration. Surrounding the stone fort are three concentric low walls which formed part of the original fortification of the fort.
Reviewed By victoriawE5529XP - Derry, United Kingdom
Free entry and good parking to this amazing ancient fort with its stunning views. I have visited it many times to take friends and family here and I never tire of the breathtaking views. It’s one not to be missed - providing the weather is good!
10. Newmills Corn and Flax Mill
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4.5 based on 127 reviews
Reviewed By angmcg1
Pleasant afternoon, short intro film followed by very informative tour. The mill is small, but very nicely restored. Makes a nice short stop. Loads of parking.
