County Donegal Travel Guide
Wild Coastlines, Mountains & Irish Traditions
County Donegal combines dramatic Atlantic cliffs, rugged mountains, beautiful beaches, and strong Irish traditions in Ireland’s far northwest.
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Top 5 Things to Do in County Donegal
Donegal Tweed
Traditional Weaving & Irish Craftsmanship
Donegal’s weaving tradition is famous for its colorful, flecked tweed, still produced by skilled craftspeople today. Visit Studio Donegal in Kilcar, Magee in Donegal Town, or Triona in Ardara to discover the craft and shop for authentic Irish woolens.
Tip: Studio Donegal offers an opportunity to watch traditional weaving in action.
Top Donegal Tips
Arrival Tips
- Donegal Airport (CFN) is connected to Dublin via Aer Lingus approximately 14 times per week/ 2 flights daily
- The only other direct flight to Donegal is via Glasgow on Logan Air
- There is no train into Donegal. The closest stations are
- Sligo (IrishRail.ie)
- Derry (Translink)
Transportation In Donegal
- Donegal is best explored by rental car or driver guide
- If you don’t have a car (and are not visiting on a group tour) you will need to hire a taxi, private driver, or use the local bus.
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Best Donegal Tours
Explore onegal with a guide or fun activity – these tours are top-rated and easy to fit into your itinerary.
Alpaca Trek – Add this to your day on the Inishowen Peninsula
Fort Dunree Museum tickets – a terrific maritime museum on the Inishowen Peninsula
Sliabh Liag Cliffs boat tour – a great option before or after you stand atop the cliffs
Ardara Distillery Tasting Tour - distillery tour with tasting
Tory Island E-bike Tour – includes ferry crossing
Knockalla Sea Kayaking – explore sea cliffs, ghost ship & historic fort
Poison Glen & Dunlewey E-bike Tour – Terrific way to see this hauntingly beautiful area
E-bike Glenveagh National Park – a wonderful way to explore the expansive parklands
Bog Safari Hike – half-day hike with astounding views
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