Top Things to do in Donegal Town
The 10 Best Things to do in Donegal Town, County Donegal
Donegal Town is a fairytale of a place, featuring a charming harbor, serene beaches and stoic stone remains of centuries past, like those of 15th-century Donegal Abbey. Stern-looking Donegal Castle, recently restored to its one-time Gaelic glory, is the crown jewel of the area. If you’re looking for souvenirs, snag a hand-woven tweed or carpet, the signature goods of the area. For a good craic, the pubs of The Diamond area are a sure bet.
Restaurants in Donegal Town
1. Bluestack Mountains Scenic Route
2. Gola Island
Overall Ratings
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!
3. Barnesmore Gap
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
The road northwards from Donegal Town through Barnesmore Gap in the Bluestack mountains is one of the great scenic routes in Ireland. Bearnas Mor, the "Big Gap" was created by a glacier, which carved a wide, deep valley in the mountain range. This highway has always been of strategic importance as a geographic link between the north and south of the county.
Reviewed By 228hughm - Coventry, United Kingdom
Great little pub to have a pint in, its the tradition to drop in on the way back to Donegal town. Lots of coaches call in so pick your time to call in.
4. Lough Eske
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 300 reviews
Reviewed By LiamdePaorCork - Cavan, Ireland
there last weekend great lunch in the bar excellent service fantastic walks in the nearby forest very historic
5. The Deserted Village of Port
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By fullylit
Ok people are saying its a bit of a drive, but what a drive. Stunning mountain scenery as you come out of Ardara and negotiate the roads/sheep/potholes. Port itself is stunning. Park up with a picnic and after take a hike up to the top past the old pier. Highly recommended.
6. Famine Graveyard
7. Church of Ireland
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
Church of Ireland church, built 1828. Visitors welcome during daylight hours. Service every Sunday at 12:00 noon.
8. Donegal Castle
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,156 reviews
This 15th-century castle was fully restored in 1996.
Reviewed By 183TonyM183 - Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
This castle situated near the centre of Donegal Town is a counterpoint to it larger counterparts. A self guided tour takes you through the various parts of the castle providing context at each stop. Displays in the castle itself provide just the right amount information and help you build the historical story. Also, really friendly and helpful staff. It doesn’t cost much, it doesn’t take a long time to go round but it was actually a great activity and time well spent.
9. Abbey of the Four Masters (The Abbey)
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 113 reviews
The ruins of a Franciscan monastery founded in 1474.
Reviewed By Kerryman86 - Kilflynn, Ireland
Came here on a trip to Donegal with my life partner and was taken back by its splendour. A really cool site with the ruins of an Abbey and a graveyard. There is a great view of Donegal Bay. Just take care of the paths if the weather is icy.
10. Donegal Railway Heritage Centre
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 65 reviews
Our friendly staff offer a warm welcome to all visitors, individuals or in parties. Special discounts are available for pre-booked tours. Wheelchair friendly access to exhibits. What is there to see? restored coach 28 restored railcar trailer 5 restored goods van,Garden railway and working models, video and dvd room and much more memorabilia of the old railway.
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