Inishowen Maritime Museum & Planetarium

Inishowen Maritime Museum & Planetarium, Greencastle, County Donegal, has an extensive collection of artefacts, exhibitions and memorabilia of all things maritime.

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Where
Old, Coastguard Station, Drumaweer, F93 T028, Donegal (Indoors)Directions
Cost
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Ages
Suitable for families; no specific age range is stated
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What to expect

Inishowen Maritime Museum & Planetarium, Greencastle, County Donegal, has an extensive collection of artefacts, exhibitions and memorabilia of all things maritime. You will see fascinating displays about shipwrecks, traditional boat building, fishing, emigration, WWI and WWII sea battles, coastguards, master mariners, basking sharks and more.

The full dome planetarium projection system gives audiences of all ages an opportunity to view various shows that provide a feeling of full sensory immersion. In addition to the presentations about astronomy and the stars, the theatre surrounds you with prehistoric sea monsters, amazing footage of our dynamic Earth, and the kids' favourite, the Enchanted Reef. Other amenities include nautical themed gifts, a fishing tackle shop, the museum tea room, and parking for cars and coaches.

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Fáilte Ireland Attractions

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  • Activity
  • Experience
  • Movies
  • Cinema
  • Venue
  • Attraction
  • Museums and Attraction
  • Cafe
  • Food and Drink

Family practicalities

  • Café on site

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Location

Old, Coastguard Station, Drumaweer, F93 T028, Donegal

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