Ireland Northwest and Lakelands Travel Guide

You can learn about the history of Donegal with a trip to Donegal Castle. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Blanketed in forests, mountains, woodland and water meadows, Glenveagh National Park is one of the primary attractions in County Donegal. The park is particularly popular with hikers, owing to its combination of untamed natural beauty, challenging trails and sculpted gardens – the latter of which are part of the 19th century Glenveagh Castle. The park covers an impressive 66 square miles of countryside.

This distinctive flat-topped hill and its mysterious summit cairn have been prominent landmarks in County Sligo’s folklore and culture for millennia.

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Rossnowlagh Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Rossnowlagh. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

When you visit the breathtaking Malin Head on northernmost tip of Ireland, you’ll soon understand why the tourist trail here is called the Wild Atlantic Way. At the peak of the Inishowen Peninsula, Malin Head offers some of the most indomitable views you will ever see over the northern Atlantic and its geological marvels are second only to the Giant’s Causeway Coast.

Hike amid dramatic coastal scenery at this magnet for walkers and nature enthusiasts on the southwest coast of County Donegal.

Explore the great outdoors at Letterkenny Town Park, a lovely green space in Letterkenny. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Explore the great outdoors at Dún na Rí Forest Park, a lovely green space in Kingscourt. While in this romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.