Donegal Castle
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Welcome to the official page for Donegal Castle, an OPW managed Heritage site Limited access for people with disabilities to the ground floor.
Built by the O'Donnell chieftain in the 15th century, beside the River Eske, the Castle has extensive 17th century additions by Sir Basil Brooke. The Castle is furnished throughout and includes Persian rugs and French tapestries. Information panels chronicle the history of the Castle owners from the O'Donnell chieftains to the Brooke family. Location: In the centre of Donegal Town
Guided Tours: Available every hour; Max. No: 35; Duration: 30 mins
Leaflet/Guide Booklet: English, Irish, French, German, Italian and Spanish. Photography / Video allowed: Yes. Commercial photography requires permission
And just like that, the summer season has come to an end! We are now changing to our autumn opening hours from October 1. Please note that we are open from 9am to 5pm with last admission at 4:30pm, 7 days a week. Always check heritageireland.ie for up to date information. Thank you to all our seasonal guide staff and all the visitors over the very busy year so far. We look forward to welcome you over this autumn winter season!
17/09/2026
Happy day!! Join us in celebrating this wonderful county and let us know what you love most about Donegal! Like and share our photo for a chance to win a complimentary pass for an OPW site!
15/08/2026
Heritage Week 2026! We have a range of events for all! Admission is free for most events but booking is required! Contact us on 074 97 22405.
19/07/2026
An invitation to pause. To enjoy the lovely weather we've been having, to create, to sit and to be together. We are taking advantage of the dry weather with some simple arts and crafts for families to enjoy. We hope to welcome you to the castle soon!
12/07/2026
A massive congratulations to the on 3 sold out shows for the Mountcharles Opera Festival! We have been delighted to hold space for such a talented ensemble. What a fantastic show!
11/07/2026
A little bit of a throwback Saturday when a little princess visited the castle on her 3rd birthday. Photographed with our previous supervisor, Sean McLoone, former guides Kate and Kieran and current guide, Anne. You won't believe me when I tell you it's her 20th birthday today and she's now a guide in the castle herself!!!
02/07/2026
We are looking forward to 3 nights of excellent entertainment with the Mountcharles Opera Festival on July 11-13. Bookings through their eventbrite link only. Few tickets remaining!
05/06/2026
Our summer opening hours are now 9am to 6pm with last admission at 5:15pm! We look forward to welcoming you to Donegal Castle. Please check heritageireland.ie for up to date information!
01/01/2026
Happy new year!!! We look forward to welcoming you back to the castle from tomorrow, 2nd January 2026! We are open 7 days from 9am to 4pm! Check heritageireland.ie for up to date information.
22/12/2025
Ending our 2025 season on a high with the wonderful ! Thank you to all our visitors and friends for a wonderful 2025! We look forward to welcoming you in 2026!
Castle reopens 9am January 2, 2026!
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