What to do in Glenties

Activities, attractions and tours

Photo by Jason Harron
Photo by Jason Harron

Places to Visit in Glenties

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What to do in Glenties

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St Connells Cultural and Heritage Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at St Connells Cultural and Heritage Museum during your travels in Glenties. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

St Connells Cultural and Heritage Museum

Hannah McGuinness

You can enjoy retail therapy at Hannah McGuinness during your visit to Drumnasillagh. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Hannah McGuinness

Lough Naroon

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lough Naroon during your travels in Drumnasillagh.

Lough Naroon

Lough Laragh

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lough Laragh during your travels in Glenties. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its churches.

Lough Laragh

Lough Anna

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lough Anna during your travels in Drumnasillagh.

Lough Anna

Lough Ananima

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lough Ananima during your travels in Glenties. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its churches.

Lough Ananima

Lough Astackan

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lough Astackan during your travels in Glenties. Wander the beaches or discover the area's mountain views.

Lough Astackan

Derkmore Wood Nature Reserve

You can take time to visit Derkmore Wood Nature Reserve during your travels to Glenties. Stroll along the beaches or discover the area's mountain views.

Derkmore Wood Nature Reserve

Lough Smuttan

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lough Smuttan during your travels in Glenties. Discover the area's mountain views and churches.

Lough Smuttan

 

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Day trip destinations from Glenties

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Ardara

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Naran

Frequently asked questions

Is Glenties worth visiting?
From retail therapy to history and outdoor adventures, there are many great things to do in Glenties. Be sure to experience the area's mix of unmissable sights, culture and local charm.
How do I spend a day in Glenties?
Start your adventures with a visit to Dooey Beach and St Connells Cultural and Heritage Museum. Then, explore other areas of Glenties for local dining and some retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Glenties?
Dooey Beach is one of the top tourist attractions in Glenties and should feature high on every sightseeing list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Glenties?
You can easily tour popular sights like Dooey Beach, St Connells Cultural and Heritage Museum and Ardara Heritage Centre with a three-day stay in Glenties. On average, most travellers book two days here. There's plenty to see and do nearby too, so stick around longer and check out Donegal.
Is Glenties a walkable city?
It depends on what you plan to see and do in Glenties. Several must-visit attractions, including St Connells Cultural and Heritage Museum, are accessible on foot. If you feel like a stroll around one of Glenties's vibrant neighbourhoods, Drumnasillagh is 5 kilometres away from downtown.
What are some activities to do in Glenties with kids?
Deciding what to do in Glenties with kids has never been simpler. Whether you're taking a trip with teenagers or toddlers, there's a range of family-friendly tours and activities to keep everyone happy here.
What to do in Glenties for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food connoisseur or fan of Mother Nature, there are plenty of things to do in Glenties for adults including Hannah McGuinness.
Are there free things to do in Glenties?
One of the top ways to learn about free things to do in Glenties is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider advice on cool neighbourhoods, parks and other top attractions you can experience without taking your wallet out. Dooey Beach is one place that doesn't charge an admission fee.