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Things to do near Meencorwick

All ages · up to 60 min · any budget

5 strong matches for your family · plus 9 more nearby Includes live listings from Fáilte Ireland and Coillte
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Mary From Dungloe International Arts Festival 2026

Sat 25 Jul 2026 – Mon 3 Aug 2026 · Check official times Dungloe · Donegal 21 min drive Free
Suits all ages Indoor & outdoor Booking available

Why it matchesThis festival in Dungloe, Donegal, offers ten days of live music, arts, culture, and family entertainment. There are concerts, street celebrations, and cultural events.

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Grassroutes

Open dates vary · Check official times Letterkenny · Donegal 40 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesHire bikes, including electric bikes, children's bikes, and buggies, to explore Donegal. They deliver the bikes to you and provide mapped routes.

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The Workhouse Famine & Heritage Centre

Open dates vary · Check official times Dunfanaghy · Donegal 38 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesFamilies can learn about the Famine and local history, watch old films, and let the children play in the playpark. There is a craft shop and a cafe on site.

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Ionad Cois Locha

Open dates vary · Check official times Letterkenny · Donegal 21 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesFamilies can watch craft demonstrations, tour a cottage, take a boat trip with folklore, and children have plenty of activities like rope climbing, bumper cars, and a playground.

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Donegal Sea Adventure

Open dates vary · Check official times Burtonport · Donegal 30 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesHop on a boat tour from Burtonport Harbour to see islands, cliffs, and beaches. The crew will tell you about the local history, culture, wildlife, and geology. You might spot seabirds, dolphins, seals, whales, and basking sharks.

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The Arranmore Ferry

Open dates vary · Check official times Burtonport · Donegal 30 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesTake a 15-20 minute ferry trip from Burtonport to Arranmore Island. Enjoy the views on the water and experience an island journey.

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Inis Fraoigh (Inishfree Island)

Open dates vary · Check official times Donegal 34 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesTake a ferry to this small island to see the flowers and learn about its history. You can also go sea angling, boating, or diving.

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Fintown Railway

Open dates vary · Check official times Donegal 38 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesTake a five-kilometre return trip on a narrow gauge railway along the shores of Lough Finn, enjoying the highland scenery.

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Tory Ferry

Open dates vary · Check official times Donegal 29 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesTake a 45-minute ferry trip to Tory Island from Magheroarty Pier. You can enjoy the scenery and look out for wildlife. The island is known for its culture, music, dance, and the Irish language.

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Cé Mhachaire Uí Rabhartaigh (Min Larach Harbour)

Open dates vary · Check official times Donegal 29 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesWalk along the pier and take in the views of the headlands. You might see surfers on the waves. You can also get a ferry to one of the islands from here.

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Ballykeeran

Open dates vary · Check official times Donegal 45 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesFamilies can enjoy a short walk through Ballykeeran forest on a waymarked trail. It is a good spot for a bit of fresh air and a stretch of the legs.

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Cnoc Fola

Open dates vary · Check official times Donegal 30 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesFamilies can take in the views of the rugged coastline, inlets, beaches, and headlands, along with the islands of Inishsirrer, Inishmeane, and Gola. Best at sunset for the red cliffs.

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Glenveagh National Park and Castle

Open dates vary · Check official times Letterkenny · Donegal 33 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesExplore a castle and its gardens, with lakes, mountains, and woods. Look out for red deer and golden eagles. Have lunch or coffee in the tearooms.

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Bonny Glen Wood

Open dates vary · Check official times Donegal 39 min drive Check price
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