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County Donegal

County Donegal independent travel guide (2025): top things to do, popular tourism attractions, itinerary planning, accommodation, food, transportation, weather, and more - everything you need to know (updated August, 2025) | Trip.com

About County Donegal

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County Donegal

County Donegal

Donegal

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Red Castle

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Gweedore

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Newtown Springfield

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Magheraroarty

Magheraroarty

Things to do in County Donegal

What to Do

Looking for things to do in County Donegal? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Oakfest 2025

Oakfest 2025

3.5
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Summer Night 2025 ft Jax Jones Kimmic and Levi Heron

Summer Night 2025 ft Jax Jones Kimmic and Levi Heron

3.5
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"Concerts"
Glenveagh National Park

Glenveagh National Park

3.4
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"Natural scenery"
Memories 2025

Memories 2025

3.4
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"Concerts"
Wild Ireland

Wild Ireland

3.2
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Donegal Castle

Donegal Castle

3.2
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"Historic buildings"
Fanad Head Lighthouse

Fanad Head Lighthouse

3.1
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Sliabh Liag Viewing Platform

Sliabh Liag Viewing Platform

3.1
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Fort Dunree

Fort Dunree

3.1
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Doagh Famine Village

Doagh Famine Village

3.0
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"Historic buildings"

Where to Stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in County Donegal, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Radisson Blu Hotel Letterkenny

Radisson Blu Hotel Letterkenny

4.4/5107 Reviews
Mill Park Hotel

Mill Park Hotel

4.7/5119 Reviews
Lough Eske Castle

Lough Eske Castle

4.6/597 Reviews
Inishowen Gateway Hotel

Inishowen Gateway Hotel

4.4/586 Reviews
Central Hotel Donegal

Central Hotel Donegal

4.2/5106 Reviews
Waterfront Hotel Dungloe

Waterfront Hotel Dungloe

4.4/571 Reviews
Mulroy Woods Hotel

Mulroy Woods Hotel

4.2/545 Reviews
Station House Hotel Letterkenny

Station House Hotel Letterkenny

4.4/5102 Reviews
McGettigans Hotel

McGettigans Hotel

4.2/545 Reviews
Dillon’s Hotel

Dillon’s Hotel

4.4/568 Reviews
Lake of Shadows Hotel

Lake of Shadows Hotel

4.2/534 Reviews
The Great Northern Hotel

The Great Northern Hotel

3.9/549 Reviews

What to Eat

Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top County Donegal dishes and foodie spots.
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Monsoon Valley

Monsoon Valley

5.0/52 Reviews
"Open Late"
The Poppyseed Bakery

The Poppyseed Bakery

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Quiet Moment Tearooms

Quiet Moment Tearooms

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Inish Fusion

Inish Fusion

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Avg. GBP14/person
"Open Late"
Rosato's Bar & Restaurant

Rosato's Bar & Restaurant

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Avg. GBP11/person
"Open Late"
Kealys Seafood Bar

Kealys Seafood Bar

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Avg. GBP25/person
"Open Late"
Stakes Restaurant

Stakes Restaurant

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Avg. GBP16/person
"Open Late"
Nancy's Barn Ballyliffin

Nancy's Barn Ballyliffin

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Cottage Chipper

Cottage Chipper

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The Gallery Restaurant and Coffee House Ballybofey

The Gallery Restaurant and Coffee House Ballybofey

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Leo's Tavern

Leo's Tavern

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Warehouse Bar + Kitchen

Warehouse Bar + Kitchen

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County Donegal Moments: Through Travelers' Eyes

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Donegal Town – Gateway to Ireland’s Northwest Charm
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Donegal Town – Gateway to Ireland’s Northwest Charm

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Slieve League, the highest hill in Europe 🏞️
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The highest mountain in Donegal, Ireland!

The highest mountain in Donegal, Ireland!

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Fanad Lighthouse: Guiding the Way to Spectacular Views 🤨📍

Fanad Lighthouse: Guiding the Way to Spectacular Views 🤨📍

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The beautiful pier in Donegal
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The beautiful pier in Donegal

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Mountcharles Road Trip
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Mountcharles Road Trip

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Beach Time in Ardara
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Beach Time in Ardara

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Best of County Donegal

Top 10 Luxury Hotels near County Donegal

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Ashford Castle

Ashford Castle

9.7/584 Reviews
Dromoland Castle

Dromoland Castle

9.6/561 Reviews
The College Green Hotel Dublin, Autograph Collection

The College Green Hotel Dublin, Autograph Collection

9.2/582 Reviews
The Westbury Hotel

The Westbury Hotel

8.7/5103 Reviews
The Shelbourne, Autograph Collection

The Shelbourne, Autograph Collection

9.0/5102 Reviews

Popular Scenic Hotels Near County Donegal

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Wineport Lodge

Wineport Lodge

9.2/540 Reviews
Absolute Hotel Limerick

Absolute Hotel Limerick

9.2/5112 Reviews
Powerscourt Hotel, Autograph Collection

Powerscourt Hotel, Autograph Collection

9.0/583 Reviews
Connemara Sands Hotel & Spa

Connemara Sands Hotel & Spa

9.2/555 Reviews

Top 50 Cultural Hotels near County Donegal

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Castledale

Castledale

9.4/528 Reviews
Kilronan Castle Hotel & Spa

Kilronan Castle Hotel & Spa

8.4/540 Reviews
Belleek Castle, Ballina

Belleek Castle, Ballina

9.0/575 Reviews
Mount Falcon Estate

Mount Falcon Estate

8.7/541 Reviews
Cabra Castle Hotel

Cabra Castle Hotel

9.2/5102 Reviews
Kinnitty Castle Hotel

Kinnitty Castle Hotel

8.6/568 Reviews
Ashford Castle

Ashford Castle

9.7/584 Reviews
Barberstown Castle

Barberstown Castle

9.0/553 Reviews
The K Club

The K Club

9.1/567 Reviews
Dromoland Castle

Dromoland Castle

9.6/561 Reviews
No.1 Pery Square Hotel & Spa

No.1 Pery Square Hotel & Spa

9.3/548 Reviews
The Shelbourne, Autograph Collection

The Shelbourne, Autograph Collection

9.0/5102 Reviews

Top 20 Premium Hotels near County Donegal

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The g Hotel & Spa

The g Hotel & Spa

8.8/5106 Reviews
Glenlo Abbey Hotel

Glenlo Abbey Hotel

9.3/5103 Reviews
Carton House, a Fairmont Managed Hotel

Carton House, a Fairmont Managed Hotel

8.8/556 Reviews
The K Club

The K Club

9.1/567 Reviews
The Savoy Hotel

The Savoy Hotel

8.9/5107 Reviews
The Morrison Dublin, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Morrison Dublin, Curio Collection by Hilton

9.5/552 Reviews
The Fitzwilliam Hotel Dublin

The Fitzwilliam Hotel Dublin

9.1/5112 Reviews
Conrad Dublin

Conrad Dublin

8.7/5111 Reviews
The Merrion Hotel

The Merrion Hotel

9.5/5102 Reviews
Anantara The Marker Dublin Hotel

Anantara The Marker Dublin Hotel

8.8/5121 Reviews
Dylan Dublin

Dylan Dublin

9.0/569 Reviews
InterContinental Dublin

InterContinental Dublin

8.7/544 Reviews

Top 50 4-Star Select Hotels near County Donegal

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Markree Castle

Markree Castle

9.7/559 Reviews
Farnham Estate Golf and Spa Resort

Farnham Estate Golf and Spa Resort

9.0/5100 Reviews
Ice House Hotel

Ice House Hotel

8.5/549 Reviews
Belleek Castle, Ballina

Belleek Castle, Ballina

9.0/575 Reviews
Glasson LakeHouse

Glasson LakeHouse

8.9/578 Reviews
Wineport Lodge

Wineport Lodge

9.2/540 Reviews
Sheraton Athlone Hotel

Sheraton Athlone Hotel

9.2/5119 Reviews
Athlone Springs Hotel

Athlone Springs Hotel

8.6/558 Reviews
Mullingar Park Hotel

Mullingar Park Hotel

8.7/573 Reviews
Cabra Castle Hotel

Cabra Castle Hotel

9.2/5102 Reviews
Breaffy House Hotel and Spa

Breaffy House Hotel and Spa

8.6/549 Reviews
County Arms Birr

County Arms Birr

8.7/562 Reviews

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Cork

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Popular Types of Attractions in County Donegal
Popular Attractions in County Donegal
Donegal Castle  |  Biddy's O'Barnes  |  Donegal Bay Waterbus  |  Murvagh Beach  |  Donegal Railway Heritage Museum (Centre)  |  Donegal Golf Club  |  Oakfest 2025  |  Glenveagh National Park  |  Wild Ireland  |  Donegal Castle  |  Fanad Head Lighthouse  |  Sliabh Liag Viewing Platform  |  Fort Dunree  |  Wild Ireland  |  Grianan Of Aileach  |  Swan Park  |  Rathmullan Pier  |  Amazing Grace Viewing Platform, Walk and Park!  |  Bundoran Adventure Park Ltd  |  Fairy Bridges  |  Eclipse Cinemas Bundoran  |  Waterworld Bundoran  |  Castle Adventure Farm  |  Bundoran Glowbowl - Ten Pin Bowling Alley  |  Summer Night 2025 ft Jax Jones Kimmic and Levi Heron  |  Memories 2025  |  Oakfest 2025  |  Arena 7 Entertainment Complex  |  Tropical World  |  St. Eunan's Cathedral
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Popular Restaurants in County Donegal
The Poppyseed Bakery  |  Quiet Moment Tearooms  |  Rosato's Bar & Restaurant  |  Stakes Restaurant  |  Inish Fusion  |  Kealys Seafood Bar  |  Nancy's Barn Ballyliffin  |  Cottage Chipper  |  Coffee Time  |  The Gallery Restaurant and Coffee House Ballybofey  |  Leo's Tavern  |  Warehouse Bar + Kitchen  |  Sonder  |  Wood Berry Grill Bar & Restaurant  |  McGettigan's Pub Clanree Hotel Letterkenny  |  Seaview Tavern  |  The Rusty Nail  |  Pitchers Restaurant & Events Pavilion  |  Fox's Lair Bar & Restaurant  |  The Blue Leaf Restaurant & Pizzeria  |  Pink Garlic Dunfanaghy  |  The Magnet Bar and Restaurant  |  Ubiquitous Restaurant and Bar  |  Oscars Cafe Bar & Resturant  |  Taj Mahal  |  Cove Restaurant  |  An Bonnán Buí  |  Ahoy Cafe  |  J.A.Belvedere  |  The Happy Camper Glenveagh
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