Welcome to Inishowen
Inishowen is one of the most spectacular and beautiful parts of Ireland located at it’s most Northly Point. We have everything here from golden beaches, scenic drives (Inishowen 100), walking trails, Heritage, Activities including world class Golf Courses, lively entertainment, great accommodation and food, arts and crafts and much much more, including our famous Donegal welcome. It really is all here.
We are not only one of the most stunning parts of the world famous Wild Atlantic Way, and home to the Inishowen 100, but also the gateway to the historic Walled City of Derry and the Causeway Coast and Glens. Our Visitor Centre based in Buncrana will meet all your visitor needs showcasing the best of this part of Ireland’s unique tourist offer. It also includes a Motorhome parking facility and small retail shop with local arts and crafts on site, all located beside stunning sandy beaches and Inishowen’s largest town. Come join us now on an adventure as we explore this part beautiful of Ireland, making lasting memories to treasure
Where Ireland begins and adventures never end
See & Do
Inishowen 100
Inishowens Route
The Inishowen 100” may sound like a Formula One race, but it gets its name from the approximate distance in miles of the sign-posted circuit, which starts in Newtoncunningham on the Inishowen Peninsula.
Beaches
Beautiful Beaches
Inishowen’s coastline features stunning beaches from the golden sands of Culdaff and Pollan Bay to wild Five Fingers Strand, offering sheltered family coves and world-class surfing conditions along its dramatic 200-mile Atlantic shores.
Activities
Activities for all
There’s an activity to suit just about everyone here. It could be a gentle stroll along a sandy beach to scaling sea-stacks on the rugged coastline; angling on a local river or spotting basking sharks on the Atlantic Ocean.
History & Heritage
History Everywhere
Inishowen’s history spans thousands of years, from the ancient Grianán of Aileach stone fort to early Christian sites, Viking raids, and the Flight of the Earls in 1607, leaving a remarkable legacy of castles and archaeological treasures
Attractions
Amazing Attractions
Inishowen has attractions to enthral the inquisitive, the young and the young-at-heart.Absorb our past through ancient forts and castles while treading paths of timeworn ground where myth and history merge.
Trails
Explore Inishowen
The Inishowen 100” may sound like a Formula One race, but it gets its name from the approximate distance in miles of the sign-posted circuit, which starts in Newtoncunningham on the Inishowen Peninsula.
Events
Events
News
Inishowen Walking Festival 2025
2025 Inishowen Walking Festival Launched The 2025 Inishowen Walking Festival will take place this year from Friday 12th – Saturday 20th September across the beautiful Inishowen, organised by Go Visit Inishowen and Inishowen Development Partnership. This exciting event invites walkers of all levels to explore the stunning landscapes of the Inishowen Peninsula through a series of guided walks. Niall McCaughan, Manager at Go Visit Inishowen stated: “We are really excited to launch this year’s Inishowen Walking Festival which takes place […]
“Meet the Maker” Week launched to celebrate Inishowen’s Arts & Crafts
As part of the development of the tourist sector in Inishowen, Go Visit Inishowen this year is launching for the first time a “Meet The Maker” week to celebrate and raise awareness of our unique local Arts & Crafts across Inishowen. The event will run from Monday 14th – Friday 18th July and will include Open Days, a small exhibition at the Tourist Centre as well as ongoing profiling of our Arts & Crafts across the region. Niall McCaughan, Manager […]
New Bus Service to Wild Ireland
A new connecting bus service is being piloted this summer, July and August, from Buncrana and Muff to Wild Ireland, twice a week. The service will operate on Tuesdays and Fridays, the fare is €2 return for all passengers and under 5 travel free. The service will commence on the 1st of July at 10:15 from Buncrana Killian McLaughlin, Director of Wild Ireland stated: “We’re thrilled to see the launch of this pilot shuttle service connecting communities across Inishowen with […]
I love Inishowen Day a Great Success!
We’ve been blown away by the support, creativity, and pure grá for Inishowen from every corner of the community. From mini-events and local offers to the amazing posts and photos shared!We’re a small team with big love for this place — and seeing so many people come together to celebrate Inishowen made all the hard work worth it. — and guess what? We’re already planning for next year! Save the date: 13th June 2026 Let’s make it even bigger, better, […]
