What to do and see in County Donegal, County Donegal: The Best Things to do Good for Big Groups

December 15, 2021 Almeta Stockton

Discover the best top things to do in County Donegal, Ireland including Slieve League, Mount Errigal, Glenveagh National Park, Swan Park, Gola Island, Glenveagh Castle, Fort Dunree Military Museum, Tory Island, Dizzy's Den, Malin Head.
Restaurants in County Donegal

1. Slieve League

Slieve League Cliffs Near Teelin, Carrick Ireland +353 97 00000 http://www.sliabhliag.com/
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5.0 based on 1,644 reviews

Slieve League

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

Dunlewy, Letterkenny Ireland http://www.mounterrigal.com/
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5.0 based on 289 reviews

Mount Errigal

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. Glenveagh National Park

R251 Ireland http://www.glenveaghnationalpark.ie/
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5.0 based on 731 reviews

Glenveagh National Park

Reviewed By jacquelineg601 - County Donegal, Ireland

Beautiful place with great walks and fantastic views the castle and gardens are is well worth a visit. Great parking

4. Swan Park

Cahir O'Doherty Avenue, Buncrana Ireland +353 74 936 1198 [email protected] http://www.visitbuncrana.com/rec_walkclimb.php
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5.0 based on 143 reviews

Swan Park

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. Gola Island

Donegal Town Ireland
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5.0 based on 12 reviews

Gola Island

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!

6. Glenveagh Castle

Churchill Glenveagh National Park, Letterkenny Ireland +353 76 100 2551 https://www.glenveaghnationalpark.ie/explore-experience/article-castle-history/
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4.5 based on 1,350 reviews

Glenveagh Castle

Reviewed By clairedU1697MK - County Monaghan, Ireland

Fantastic views and scenes and history to be explored. Be prepared for long walk to and from the castle which is lovely or avail of the shuttle bus for a small fare. A lovely experience.

7. Fort Dunree Military Museum

Buncrana Ireland +353 74 936 1817 [email protected] http://dunree.pro.ie
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4.5 based on 318 reviews

Fort Dunree Military Museum

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

8. Tory Island

Ireland +353 87 199 3710 http://toryferry.com
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4.5 based on 116 reviews

Tory Island

Located only 11 kilometers from the mainland of Ireland, this small island features important historic attractions and excellent opportunities for bird watching.

Reviewed By francescan963 - Ireland, null

What an amazing day we had on Tory from the moment we arrived until the minute we left the Harbour. We arrived at 9.30am and met John in the office (I’m hoping I got his name correct very friendly man with a beard :-) ) then we boarded the ferry and was greeted by Pete who we later was informed was actually king Pete ;-) much to our delight!! He was very friendly and informative. 24 of us went across on the boat and the weather was amazing we enjoyed views of the lighthouse and a special treat was the picturesque view on the cliffs including many puffins!! Then we had a lovely afternoon drink in the bar where all 24 of us were happy to be refreshed with drink and fries at such a reasonable cost and a very friendly bar maid lovely girl long blonde hair. Then we returned in the ferry again to be met by king Pete and asked how our day was. Incredible will be returning

9. Dizzy's Den

Bundoran Retail Park Station Road, Bundoran Ireland +353 71 983 3668 [email protected]
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4.5 based on 54 reviews

"Dizzy's Den is Bundorans only indoor play children's centre, We provide a top quality service in a safe environment for you and your children's entertainment

Reviewed By Lisaorr1098 - Carrigans, Ireland

It good for family with their children and would recommend it to anyone and the people are very friendly and welcoming

10. Malin Head

Ireland http://www.discoverireland.ie/Arts-Culture-Heritage/malin-head/91299
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4.5 based on 560 reviews

Malin Head

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!

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