Fanad Lighthouse

Enjoy a tour of Fanad Lighthouse. Step back in time and hear stories about lightkeepers in days gone by.

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Where
Cionn Fhánada, Earra Thíre na Binne, Baile Láir, Letterkenny, Donegal (Outdoors)Directions
Cost
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Ages
No specific child age guidance is stated
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What to expect

Enjoy a tour of Fanad Lighthouse. Step back in time and hear stories about lightkeepers in days gone by. Climb to the top of the tower for spectacular 360 degree views of North Donegal, the wild Atlantic Ocean and Lough Swilly. Guided tours last 45 minutes and are also available in Irish, along with printed material in German and Ukrainian.

For an exhilarating adventure, try their new virtual reality experience ‘The Storm, The Sea, The Saldanha’.

With the Éist Audio Experience at Fanad Lighthouse, you can take time to appreciate the coastal spectacle that unfolds in this space while you absorb the stories and sounds of generations of life in a Gaeltacht lighthouse.

There is a coffee and craft shop with accessible facilities and free parking. The lighthouse experience is not suitable for those with mobility issues. A moderate level of fitness is sufficient to climb the tower. The exhibition space on the ground floor and the base of the tower are fully accessible. There are thirty three car park spaces and two coach bays.

More information

Time to allow
under an hour
Listed by
Fáilte Ireland Attractions

Categories

  • Activity
  • Attraction
  • Historic Houses and Castle
  • Museums and Attraction
  • Cafe
  • Food and Drink
  • Food Shops
  • Shopping
  • Tour

Family practicalities

  • Step-free access
  • Café on site

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Location

Cionn Fhánada, Earra Thíre na Binne, Baile Láir, Letterkenny, Donegal

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