Glenveagh Castle and National Park is 16,000 hectares of mountains, lakes, woods and wild bogs. It is home to many species of wildlife including Irelands largest herd of red deer. Beside Glenveagh are Donegal's two highest mountains, Errigal and Muckish. Along with the park, the Castle and exuberant gardens also open to the public.

Ards Forest Park

One thousand acres of forest park containing a large diversity of plants and wildlife. With its wonderful sandy beaches, rivers and nature walks it is the most northerly forest park in the country.

Glebe Gallery

The Glebe Gallery houses the art collection of Derek Hill, the world famous landscape and portrait painter who lived and worked here from 1954 until he presented his house and art collection to the state in 1981. The house is a regency style building decorated in authentic William Morris wallpapers, fabrics, carpets, oriental prints, modern paintings and eastern rugs. His studio has been converted into a very charming modern gallery with works by Corot, Degas, Braque, Renoir, Picasso, Graham Sutherland and Jack B. Yeats.

The Dunfanaghy Workhouse

Built in 1845 on the eve of the Great Irish Famine, the building now houses an exhibition that recalls the desperate days of the famine when people fled to the workhouse in search of food and shelter.

Slieve League

Europe's highest sea cliffs are located in South West Donegal. By following the path to the summit you are rewarded with breathtaking coastal views.

Golf

Some of Irelands finest golf courses are located in Donegal, including Ballyliffen, Rosapenna, Port Salon and Murvagh.

Beaches

With its wild Atlantic coastline, Donegal has some of the finest beaches in Ireland with beautiful golden sand and clear water. Even on the nicest summer day you can have a beach virtually to yourself.