Donegal Tourism
One of the most charming places to visit, Donegal town is located along the Donegal Bay on a scenic location along the meandering River Eske. The town occupies the base of the famous Bluestack Mountains was the capital of a Gaelic Kingdom until the 16th century.
A trip to Donegal Town promises an amalgamation of all things Irish- right from the ancient stone monuments, beaches, stone castles, ruins and beautiful greenery to modern party hubs, pubs and restaurants. Donegal has a vast history of reigns and colonisation revolutions by the English colony. In 1434, the O’Donnels built the Donegal Castle and ruled the land up until the 1600s when the English Crown wanted to end the reign of Irish Chieftains.
The present day layout of the town was set by Captain Basil Brooke after the land and castles of the town were seized by the English Crown in 1607 soon after the Flight of The Earls. From the late 17th century to the 20th century, the town formed an estate of the Gore Family, during which the town received its characteristic appearance.
The modern town now consists of the town centre ‘Diamond’ which is buzzing with pubs, music-spots and Irish shops all day long. Donegal is also home to many sandy beaches with few of them offering surfing options. Trekkers often plan a trip to Donegal Town to trek through the Bluestack mountains- making the town a base camp for many tourists. Many travellers find Donegal the perfect sleep-in for exploring the west coastlines of Ireland.
Its authentic ambience along with rich history embraced in nature makes this town one of the few places that offer a timeless experience.
Essential travel information and Donegal tips for your visit
TRAVEL TIPS
- Try the varieties of beer that Pubs in Ireland offer.
- Do visit the Donegal Castle.
- Ireland is known for its hospitability. Don’t be surprised if the owner of a pub shares a drink with you.
- Try to walk through Donegal to get a more intimate feel of its history.
- Do try Fishing at Eske.
- Horse-ride or walk along the famous Wild Atlantic Way.
- To explore the natural wonders in and around the town, a rented car is often preferred.
Donegal Trip Planner
Plan your customized day by day trip plan for Donegal. Choose from various experinces categories as adventure, romantic and family and kids friendly for your trip using using Donegal trip planner.
The best tours and activities in the city, guided by experts to give you a local insight to the best of Donegal