Things to do in Donegal Town, County Donegal: The Best Sights & Landmarks

September 29, 2021 Emerita Lamoureux

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

Donegal Town Ireland
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Bluestack Mountains Scenic Route

2. Knitfield

Killynure Convoy, Donegal Town none Ireland +353 74 914 7508 [email protected] http://www.edelmacbride.com
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Knitfield

3. Mulroy Drive

Donegal Town Ireland
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Mulroy Drive

Reviewed By 2020vision

We had a great day on the Mulroy Drive , stopping and spending time in several places along the way . Some spectacular views with plenty of places to stop and admire the scenery . Even in the middle of Winter it's beautiful ❤️

4. Barnesmore Gap

N15 Road to Ballybofey, Bluestack Mountains, Donegal Town Ireland
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Barnesmore Gap

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.

5. Lough Eske

Donegal Town Ireland +353 74 972 5100 http://www.lougheskecastlehotel.com
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Lough Eske

Reviewed By LiamdePaorCork - Cavan, Ireland

there last weekend great lunch in the bar excellent service fantastic walks in the nearby forest very historic

6. The Deserted Village of Port

Port, Donegal Town Ireland http://www.welovedonegal.com/port-ghost-village.html
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The Deserted Village of Port

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.

7. Church of the Sacred Heart

Donegal Town Ireland
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Church of the Sacred Heart

8. Famine Graveyard

Ballybofey Road, Donegal Town F94 EN81 Ireland
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Famine Graveyard

9. Church of Ireland

Tirchonail Street, Donegal Town Ireland +353 74 972 1075 http://donegal.raphoe.anglican.org/location/donegal/
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Church of Ireland

Church of Ireland church, built 1828. Visitors welcome during daylight hours. Service every Sunday at 12:00 noon.

10. Donegal Castle

Castle Street, Donegal Town Ireland +353 73 22405 [email protected] http://www.heritageireland.ie/en/north-west/donegalcastle/
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Donegal Castle

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.

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