Top Things to do in Ardara
Top 10 Things to do in Ardara, Ireland
Discover the best top things to do in Ardara, Ireland including Glengesh Pass, Maghera Beach and Caves, Assaranca Waterfall, The Corner House, Nancy's Bar, Eddie Doherty Tweed, Triona Design, The Ceili House Bar, Stephen Bennett Studio Gallery, Kilclooney Dolmen Donegal.
Restaurants in Ardara
1. Glengesh Pass
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 179 reviews
Reviewed By preglad - New York
If the earth's munificence is sometimes reflected in artistically inspired environs, much of the Glengesh Pass hints of a generally isolated Cathedral aura. The variety contained within and peripherally is imposing; the road itself challenges us with invigorating variation; in its engagement, unforeseen stops for photos or musing become something of a compelling fixation.
This is an invitation to Donegal at its best, generally devoid of a more southerly relentless parading in sectors of Clare. Kerry and Cork abuzz with bus and vehicular distraction. People who tend toward Donegal often seek hidden corners of slightly differing values.
Simple pleasures tend best, however austere or dramatically ranging in nature.
2. Maghera Beach and Caves
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 138 reviews
Reviewed By JonFr - Keel, Ireland
Maghera beach came as a total surprise to us when we visited
the day was very clouded and sunny spells and rain and wind so a typical irish day in the west but Maghera beach stands as one of the most beautiful Beaches i ever visited in my life for the cleaniness the adventure and the fantastic settings i would consider it a highlight of all my travels in Ireland fantastic
3. Assaranca Waterfall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 123 reviews
Reviewed By Alex W
This waterfall is lovely I've seen it a few times from sunny days to stormy days, recommend it all day long for anyone who enjoys Waterfalls and loves taking pictures of landscapes myself my wife and my 2 children love visiting here.
4. The Corner House
Overall Ratings
5 based on 56 reviews
Peter Oliver's Corner House is a family run pub located in the tourist village of Ardara. The Corner House is your typical warm and friendly Irish pub with an open fire and those truly wonderful Irish characters drinking Guinness at the bar during the afternoons. During the summer months, there is music every night of the week. Everyone is welcome to join in the sing song and over the years we have been privileged to have musicians from all over the world join us. Indeed, if you are lucky, you could easily stumble upon an afternoon session that visiting musicians might decide to start in the relaxed atmosphere by the open fire in the front bar.
Reviewed By Ita M
A very lively pub with session music on most nights. The owner is friendly and went out of his way to put table and stools outside on a warm day. Full of atmosphere and very handy to the only hotel in ardara so handy for...MoreThank you very much for your great review. Hope to see you back again! Grainne.
5. Nancy's Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 67 reviews
Reviewed By chicagotravelgirl - Chicago, Illinois
This is a very popular pub which means it is loud, crowded and a bit understaffed at all times. So, the only reason it doesn't get 5 stars is because you get the feeling that any member of the staff might keel over from exhaustion at any moment. Don't expect to get in and out fast unless you are sitting at the bar. A meal could take hours even though this is not fine dining. That being said, the food is absolutely delicious. We also at the Mill in Dunfanaghy and I thought Nancy's was just as good at about a third of the cost. Please note that in Ireland you must track down someone to get your bill and then go to the bar and pay it. It took us awhile to figure this out.
6. Eddie Doherty Tweed
Overall Ratings
5 based on 38 reviews
7. Triona Design
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 60 reviews
Step inside the home of Donegal Tweed at our Visitor Centre and Factory based in the picturesque town of Ardara Co. Donegal. Just a 20 minute drive along one of the most scenic routes that Donegal has to offer you are sure to be greeted with a warm welcome and an Irish Coffee at Triona Design. Our Centre is approved by Bord Failte and we offer a unique experience to all our visitors. Inside you will find a life size replica cottage of the Mulhern family home and get the opportunity to step inside and see for yourself where it all began. We also offer a Weaving Demonstration from one of our Master Weavers on 200 year old Hand Looms and enjoy an audio visual display detailing the history and heritage of Donegal Tweed. Alongside our tour you can pourchase our own Triona Donegal Tweed in our factory store and also purchase a selection if Irish Knitwear and rare Irish Gold Jewelery.
Reviewed By Maria Anna M - Hveragerdi, Iceland
Very interesting shop with a wide variety of products. The salesperson was acting as a guide too, telling stories about way of producing goods on sale, which was very interesting. Beautiful capes, shawls, sweaters and much, much more to buy. Definitely worth stopping and having a look.
8. The Ceili House Bar
Overall Ratings
5 based on 34 reviews
The Ceili House Bar is a Traditional Irish Music bar in the beautiful coastal Heritage Town of Ardara, Co. Donegal. We have nightly sessions through-out the summer months starting at 9.30Pm and everyone is welcome to join in. Weekend sessions run in Winter months. Accommodation also available. 1 Bedroom Self-catering Apartment which sleeps 3+ Conveniently located in the village, close to restaurants, shops and pubs. €45 Per night Call or Email for booking enquiries.
Reviewed By Mary-domino - UK
I can't believe this is rated No.1 in ardara nightlife. isnt the best.i will probably be back again for one or two but I would recommend you go to the corner house, dohertys, nancy or the beehive bar before ceili house
9. Stephen Bennett Studio Gallery
Overall Ratings
5 based on 34 reviews
Art gallery of professional artist Stephen Bennett. The gallery, consisting of 2 rooms, houses a large collection of Stephen's original paintings and also a range of limited edition prints.
Reviewed By Lobo-morell - Aldershot, United Kingdom
Wonderful to visit Stephen's gallery today and lovely to meet the man himself. Great array of artwork which really captures the personality of the people and the wild rugged landscapes of the area. This was our first visit to Ardara but it won't be the last and we go home with a beautiful print to remind us of our stay. Definitely worth popping in to the gallery if you are in the area.
10. Kilclooney Dolmen Donegal
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By TONYTONING - England UK
Take the footpath over the bridge just by the playground and you will see a mowed pathway follow this till you see a private house by pass this house and you will come to a turnstile,You should see the Dolemen from here.Take wellies or have good shoes on if it is a wet day as it is very muddy in parts. Well worth the little walk.
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