Donegal

Donegal has far more than twenty and about a dozen good ones were left out of this list. Sliabh Liag carries sea cliffs on the southwest coast, Errigal is a quartzite cone you can climb from the road, and Malin Head is the top of the mainland. Ten more places sit under the top ten.

Cliffs · CarrickSliabh Liag (Slieve League)Sea cliffs on the southwest coast. A road takes you up to the car park and a walking path runs along the ridge.

National park · ChurchillGlenveagh National Park and CastleA glacial valley with a lake in it, red deer and a Victorian castle. The castle is a shuttle bus or a four kilometre walk.

Mountain · DunleweyMount ErrigalThe quartzite cone above Dunlewey is 751 metres, and a marked path goes up from a car park on the R251.

1. Malin HeadViewpoint · MalinIreland's most northerly point, with a signal tower, a car park and a cliff path down to Hell's Hole.
2. Fanad Head LighthouseLighthouse · PortsalonThe lighthouse at the mouth of Lough Swilly is still working, and the old keepers' houses take visitors.
3. Grianan of AileachFort · BurtThe drystone ring fort sits 250 metres up in Inishowen and looks down on both Lough Swilly and Lough Foyle.
4. Donegal CastleCastle · Donegal TownThe OPW restored this 15th century O'Donnell tower house and its Jacobean wing, in the middle of the town.
5. Toraigh (Tory Island)Island · MagheroartyPeople live on it, about fourteen kilometres offshore, and the eastern end is cliff. The ferry goes from Magheroarty.
6. Doe CastleCastle · CreesloughThe tower house stands on a low spit in Sheephaven Bay, water on three sides of it and a rock cut ditch on the fourth.
7. Ards Forest ParkForest · CreesloughWoodland on a peninsula in Sheephaven Bay, with marked trails, dunes and several small beaches inside it.

1. Ardara Heritage CentreMuseum · ArdaraArdara Heritage Centre, in Ardara, County Donegal, tells the story of Donegal tweed from the shearing of sheep to the manufacture of the woven cloth.
2. Stephen Bennett Studio GalleryGallery · ArdaraTake the opportunity to visit the studio gallery of professional artist Stephen Bennett on the Wild Atlantic Way outside Ardara, County Donegal.
3. The Ardara DistilleryMuseum · ArdaraDuring your tour at The Ardara Distillery, a skilled team will guide you through the history of Donegal’s immense distilling heritage and the 'All Grain In' distilling process.
4. Drumhome Monastic SiteAbbey or church · BallintraDromhome Monastery was founded in 560.
5. Doagh Famine VillageMuseum · BallyliffinThe Doagh Famine Village outdoor museum is located on the north Inishowen Peninsula, near Ballyliffin, and about an hour from Letterkenny in County Donegal.
6. Ballyshannon and District MuseumMuseum · BallyshannonMuseum artefacts, paintings, models, exhibitions, military history room, railway memorabilia, music, pictures, tours, shop and coffee shop.
7. Campview FarmVisitor farm · BallyshannonVisit Campview Farm, near Ballyshannon, County Donegal.
8. Castle Adventure Open FarmVisitor farm · BallyshannonEnjoy all weather fun down on the farm at the Castle Adventure Farm near Ballyshannon in County Donegal.
9. Lough Melvin and River Drowes - Drowes EstuaryNature and wildlife · BallyshannonThe Drowes Fishery is located in Bundoran, County Donegal and is one of Ireland’s premier spring salmon fisheries.
10. The Water WheelsMuseum · BallyshannonThe Water Wheels is a restored 12th Century mill in Ballyshannon County Donegal.
11. Kevin Lowery Gallery & StudioGallery · BundoranThe Kevin Lowery Gallery & Studio is a contemporary art gallery in the heart of Bundoran, County Donegal.
12. Tullan StrandBeach · BundoranPopular with serious surfers, Tullan Strand is a 2km beach stretching from the north end of Bundoran Town to the Erne Estuary at Ballyshannon.
13. Wild IrelandZoo or aquarium · BurnfootWild Ireland in County Donegal is a wildlife sanctuary for rescued animals.
14. Inch Wildfowl ReserveNature and wildlife · BurtThis site is situated in the inner, eastern part of Lough Swilly, approximately 8 km to the south of Buncrana.
15. Cé Ailt an Chorráin (Burtonport Harbour)Attraction · Burtonport
16. St Patrick's Cross CarndonaghAbbey or church · CarndonaghIn the town of Carndonagh, County Donegal, visitors can find the Cross of St Patrick, considered one of the most important early Christian relics in Britain and Ireland.
17. Port Arthur BeachBeach · Carrick
18. Dunmore GardensGarden · CarrigansDunmore Gardens is a beautiful walled garden surrounding a Georgian house at Carrigans, County Donegal.
19. Lough BeaghNature and wildlife · ChurchillLough Beagh is located in the heart of Glenveagh National Park in the northwest of County Donegal.
20. Lower CrannyGarden · CloverhillLower Cranny gardens near Inver, County Donegal, is full of herbaceous perennials, shrubs and mature trees and a conservatory of pot plants all combined to make a restful garden.
21. The Olde Forge at Logue’s of CranfordMuseum · CranfordThe Olde Forge at Logue’s of Cranford was built in 1920 by Paddy Logue, grandfather of the current owner.
22. Sea View GardenGarden · DromoreSea View Garden, Mountcharles, County Donegal, is a unique garden retaining old world charm, overlooking Donegal Bay.
23. The GalleryGallery · DunfanaghyThe Gallery in Dunfanaghy, County Donegal, is beside the workhouse on the Falcarragh Road.
24. The Workhouse Famine & Heritage CentreMuseum · DunfanaghyThe Workhouse Famine & Heritage Centre is a restored workhouse building located 300m from Dunfanaghy Square along the N56 in County Donegal.
25. WW2 Memorial and Information PointAttraction · Dunfanaghy
26. Lisfannon BeachBeach · FahanCatch a sunset or go for a ramble along Lisfannon Beach, a long sandy strip on the southwest edge of the Inishowen Peninsula.
27. An tSean BheairicMuseum · FalcarraghLanguage, culture, heritage, history and memories of our ancestors' lifestyles are depicted amidst artefacts and exhibits at this authentic building in Falcarragh County Donegal.
28. Cluain na dTor Seaside Gardens & NurseryGallery · FalcarraghHigh up along the rugged north west Wild Atlantic Way lies Cluain na dTor Seaside Gardens (means Meadow of Shrubs), one of Ireland's best kept horticultural secrets.
29. Mulroy Meadow FarmVisitor farm · FanadJoin a guided tour at Mulroy Meadow Farm to explore regenerative farming, meet the animals and go rock pooling on the shores of Mulroy Bay in County Donegal.
30. Cionn Fhánada (Fanad Head)Nature and wildlife · Fanad HeadDiscover Cionn Fhánada (Fanad Head) on the Fanad Peninsula, between Lough Swilly and Mulroy Bay on the north coast of County Donegal.
31. The Donegal GaeltachtLandscape · GlencolmcilleThe Gaeltacht is the area in County Donegal where the Irish language is spoken and where the traditions of Irish song, dance and folklore prevail.
32. Inishowen Maritime Museum & PlanetariumMuseum · GreencastleInishowen Maritime Museum & Planetarium is conveniently housed in the old coastguard station, only 100 yards from the Lough Foyle ferry landing at Greencastle, County Donegal.
33. Magilligan Point ViewNature and wildlife · GreencastleThis scenic point provides clear views of Magilligan Point in Northern Ireland, as well as the adjacent coastline and surrounding hillside.
34. Ireland Writing Retreat DonegalLiterary site · Gweedore
35. Inch IslandCastle or historic house · InchThe ruins of Inch Castle, built in 1454, can be found on the southwest side of the island.
36. Inis Bó Finne (Inishbofin Island) - DonegalBeach · InishbofinThe sandy beaches, dramatic cliffs and hidden caves of Inis Bó Finne (Inishbofin Island), 3km off the coast of Donegal, is a haven for a myriad of bird life and a popular spot for water sports.
37. Grianán of AileachAncient site · InishowenGrianán of Aileach is probably the best known monument in Inishowen, County Donegal.
38. GreenfortGarden · KerrykeelSet near Kerrykeel, County Donegal, Greenfort is home to a walled garden and mature trees that date from the early 1800s.
39. Leitir Corn Mill (Muileann Coirce Leitir)Museum · KilcarThe mill is a heritage attraction providing visitors with a fascinating insight into Ireland's industrial and cultural past.
40. Ballymacool Town ParkPark · Letterkenny
41. Bernard McGlinchey Town ParkPark · LetterkennyBernard McGlinchey Town Park, also known as Letterkenny Town Park, is a public park located in Letterkenny, County Donegal.
42. Donegal County MuseumMuseum · LetterkennyFind the Donegal County Museum in a fine old stone building, once part of the historical Letterkenny workhouse.
43. Fanad LighthouseCastle or historic house · LetterkennyEnjoy a tour of Fanad Lighthouse.
44. Ionad Cois LochaMuseum · LetterkennyIonad Cois Locha, Dunlewey, County Donegal, is an educational, heritage and activity centre that will transport you back in time to a bygone era.
45. IUNVA Post 19Attraction · LetterkennyThe memorials in Bernard McGlinchey Park and Conwal Cemetery are cared and looked after by members of IUNVA Post 19 based in Letterkenny, County Donegal.
46. Kinnegar BrewingMuseum · LetterkennyKinnegar Brewing is an independent brewery located in Letterkenny, County Donegal.
47. Lurgybrack Open FarmVisitor farm · LetterkennyLurgybrack Open Farm is a special place where all the family can spend the day together watching the animals and having fun.
48. Regional Cultural CentreGallery · LetterkennyThe Regional Cultural Centre, in Letterkenny, County Donegal, offers a superb range of multi disciplinary exhibitions, concerts, film, digital media and education programmes.
49. Tropical WorldZoo or aquarium · LetterkennyAdditional features include an indoor play park, Jurassic Land with moving dinosaurs, a bug and reptile room, a souvenir shop, a café, picnic facilities, and disabled access throughout.
50. Lifford Old CourthouseMuseum · LiffordLifford Old Courthouse is home to a popular visitor centre in the town of Lifford, the historic capital of County Donegal.
51. Ballagh StudioGallery · MalinArtists Ros Harvey and Tim Stampton run Ballagh Studio where they paint, make prints and publish limited edition books on Irish legends.
52. Away to Me Sheepdog DemonstrationsVisitor farm · Malin BegFJ and Meghan of Away to Me welcome you to their family's working sheep farm on the sea cliffs and hills of the Donegal village of Malinbeg, in Glencolmcille.
53. Málainn Bhig (Malinbeg)Beach · Malin BegTucked at the edge of a village by the same name, Malainn Bhig (Malinbeg) is a unique secluded bay surrounded by high cliffs.
54. Wild Alpaca WayVisitor farm · Malin HeadWild Alpaca Way is located at Ireland’s most northerly point, Malin Head, County Donegal.
55. Manorcunningham ViewLandscape · ManorcunninghamOn a clear day, Manorcunningham View in northeast Donegal provides open views of Lough Swilly and Whale Head to the north.
56. Donegal Railway Heritage CentreMuseum · MilltownVisit County Donegal's award winning museum, Donegal Railway Heritage Centre, located in the historic Donegal Town.
57. Salthill GardenGarden · MountcharlesSet just a short distance from the sea near Mountcharles, County Donegal, Salthill Garden is a contemporary space that has been individually styled by Elizabeth Temple.
58. Lough Derg Place of PilgrimageAbbey or church · PettigoSt Patrick’s Purgatory, Lough Derg, in County Donegal, is a beautiful island of peace.
59. Ross Fine Art Gallery and Craft BoutiqueGallery · RameltonRoss Fine Art Gallery and Craft Boutique in Ramelton, County Donegal, is renowned for its collection of work by emerging and established artists and sculptors.
60. Oakfield ParkNature and wildlife · RaphoeEnjoy a family day of outdoor fun at Oakfield Park in Raphoe, County Donegal.
61. Árainn Mhór (Arranmore Island)Island · DonegalThe largest of County Donegal's off shore Islands, Árainn Mhór is a wild and rugged place with fantastic cliff scenery, dramatic sea caves and golden sandy beaches.
62. Bá Bhaile Uí Thiarnáin (Ballyhiernan Bay)Beach · DonegalSet along a rural stretch of northeast Donegal near the village of Rosnakill, Bá Bhaile Uí Thiarnáin (Ballyhiernan Bay) is a long, sandy beach perfect for walking and exploring.
63. Bundoran BeachBeach · DonegalBundoran Beach is located in County Donegal, just 250 metres off Bundoran town's Main Street.
64. Carrablagh House - Gardens & WoodlandGarden · DonegalCarrablagh House - Gardens & Woodland is an outstanding example of a well established country garden, dating back to the mid-19th century.
65. Carrickabraghy CastleAncient site · DonegalCarrickabraghy Castle was built in the 16th century and is situated on a rocky outcrop overlooking Trawbreaga Bay.
66. Cé an Bhuna Bhig (Bunbeg Harbour)Attraction · DonegalDirectly opposite Carrickfin in Donegal, Bunbeg Harbour is a small, enclosed harbour used by ferries and fishing boats and surrounded by rocky cliffs and colourful buildings.
67. Cionn Mhucrois (Muckros Head)Beach · DonegalHead for a bracing cliff walk, go rock climbing or stop to take in the view of the wild Atlantic from the rugged peninsula of Muckros Head.
68. Cnoc FolaLandscape · DonegalStop at Cnoc Fola (Bloody Foreland) for a panoramic view overlooking the rugged Donegal coastline that's particularly beautiful at sunset.
69. Donegal Garden TrailGarden · DonegalThe Donegal Garden Trail, which winds its colourful way around the county, offers garden lovers over 20 opportunities to access and enjoy a broad range of public and privately owned gardens.
70. Dunree HeadCastle or historic house · DonegalJutting out from the west coast of the Inishowen Peninsula, Dunree Head features expansive coastal views, as well as Fort Dunree and Military Museum and the Dunree Lighthouse.
71. ErrigalNature and wildlife · DonegalStanding at 751m high Errigal is the tallest in the county and is one of the Seven Sisters.
72. Fine Eye GalleryGallery · DonegalFine Eye Gallery is dedicated to capturing and presenting the unparalleled beauty of Ireland through the art of photography.
73. Fintown RailwayMuseum · DonegalThis unique journey is a five kilometre return trip, right along the shores of Lough Finn.
74. Fintra BeachBeach · DonegalTake a walk along the long, sheltered beach, which stretches approximately 1km along the bay.
75. Five Fingers StrandBeach · DonegalFive Fingers Strand is located along Trawbrega Bay, just off the main road between Malin Town and Malin Head, on the Inishowen Peninsula in County Donegal.
76. Gabhla (Gola Island)Beach · DonegalLess than 2km from the Donegal mainland, the 326 hectare Gabhla Island (Gola Island) is a haven for artists, birdwatchers, photographers, walkers and rock climbers.
77. Glebe House and GalleryCastle or historic house · DonegalArt enthusiasts will love a visit to Glebe House and Gallery, located 18km from Letterkenny, County Donegal.
78. Glenveagh Castle GardensGarden · DonegalWith all year round access and free entry, the Glenveagh Castle Gardens are a wonderful day out.
79. Inis Fraoigh (Inishfree Island)Island · DonegalJust 5km off the coast of Donegal, Inis Fraoigh (Inishfree) is a unique 640 hectare island of sandy beaches, flowering plants and peaceful scenery.
80. Inishowen HeadNature and wildlife · DonegalVisitors are greeted by open coastal views of Lough Foyle across to Magilligan Point.
81. IOSAS CentreGarden · DonegalThe IOSAS Centre and Celtic Prayer Garden, in Muff, County Donegal, depicts the lives of Ireland's Celtic saints.
82. Isaac Butt Heritage CentreMuseum · DonegalThe Isaac Butt Heritage Centre, in Ballybofey County Donegal, is dedicated to Isaac Butt and Dr Nancy McGlinchey.
83. Island Roy - Oileán RuaidhIsland · DonegalThis tiny undiscovered Island off the the coast of Donegal is a place to get lost, to contemplate, to walk.
84. Killahoey BeachBeach · DonegalKillahoey Beach (Tra na Cille), also known as Dunfanaghy Beach, is located close to the town of Dunfanaghy (Dun Fionnachaidh) on the northern coast of County Donegal.
85. Kinnagoe BayBeach · DonegalKinnagoe Bay is a sheltered cove in beautiful, secluded surroundings on the east coast of the Inishowen Peninsula.
86. Malaidh Ghleann Gheis (Glengesh Pass)Nature and wildlife · DonegalDrive or cycle through Malaidh Ghleann Gheis (Glengesh Pass) and stop for a view over Loughros Beg Bay, framed between the steep-sided Ghleann Gheis and Mulmosog mountains.
87. Meenadreen Wind Farm - Energia RenewablesNature and wildlife · DonegalLeghowney Loop in County Donegal is a scenic 7km walk through the Meenadreen Wind Farm which starts and ends at Leghowney Community Hall.
88. Murvagh BeachBeach · DonegalDiscover beautiful Murvagh Beach, a long and wide stretch of sand that extends for 2km along Donegal Bay next to Donegal Golf Club.
89. Newmills Corn And Flax MillsMuseum · DonegalThe visitor to Newmills, in Letterkenny, County Donegal, can experience the pleasure of seeing one of the largest water wheels in Ireland in action as it drives the machinery of the cornmill.
90. PortsalonBeach · DonegalPortsalon Beach, on the Fanad Peninsula in County Donegal, is a very extensive sandy beach shelving gently towards the Atlantic Ocean.
91. Ros Goill (Rossguill Peninsula)Beach · DonegalSet between the headlands of Melmore Head and Horn Head, this point on the Rosguill Peninsula in northeast Donegal offers dramatic open views over the Atlantic coastline.
92. St. Columb's GardensGarden · DonegalUnder the care of the OPW, St Columb's Garden overlooks the shores of Lough Gartan, near Churchill, County Donegal.
93. StrooveBeach · DonegalStroove Beach is located close to the village of Greencastle.
94. The Crolly DistilleryMuseum · DonegalIn keeping with local Gaeltacht distilling tradition, direct fired pot stills are used in double distillation, sourced in the Cognac region, and refurbished to produce a beautiful whiskey in Croithlí.
95. The Green Door StudioGallery · DonegalThe Green Door Studio, in County Donegal, exhibits contemporary artwork, traditional paintings, illustration and drawings for private sales, as well as facilitating for portraits and commissions.
96. The Studio - Caroline Vesey ArtGallery · DonegalThe art on display at The Studio is varied, featuring local scenes and flora and fauna with styles ranging from traditional to abstract and modern.

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