- Donegal provides a brilliant backdrop for the plethora of activities which the county offers. ... Donegal Garden Trail: Glenveagh Castle Gardens.
- Donegal Castle, situated in Donegal Town, was constructed in the mid-15th century by the O’Donnell clan, one of the most influential Gaelic families in Ireland.
- For the past two centuries most of Donegal Castle lay in ruins but in the late 1990's the tower house was totally restored leaving the remaining wings as ruins.
- Read our travel guide on Donegal Castle in Ireland. Includes tips on what to expect, how to get there, where to stay, or when to go.
- Donegal Castle was built by the clan chief, Red Hugh O’Donnell, in 1474. It quickly became known as one of the best Gaelic castles ever constructed.
- Have stayed in Donegal Town on previous trips to Ireland, but never toured Donegal Castle. A very good self-guiding tour in a nicely, partially restored castle.
- Situated in the heart of Donegal Town and towering over the lovely Ri v er Eske, Donegal Castle is a fine example of an earlier Gaelic Castle.
- Address. Castle Street, Donegal Town F94 P996 Ireland. Reach out directly. ... Belfast, UK233 contributions. Julie, NO you cannot stay at Donegal Castle.
- Donegal Castle. AKA O'Donnell's Castle. In the centre of Donegal town on a bend of the River Eske is this beautifully restored 15th Century castle.