Tropical World

Discover a world of colour, nature and wildlife just minutes from Letterkenny with a visit to Tropical World — one of County Donegal’s most unique attractions. Situated at Loughnagin on the outskirts of Letterkenny, this immersive indoor attraction features a tropical butterfly house, exotic birds, reptiles, monkeys and more, making it perfect for family days out, nature lovers, school groups and anyone looking for a memorable experience on the Wild Atlantic Way.

Step inside and be surrounded by hundreds of free-flying tropical butterflies, colourful parrots, playful meerkats and marmosets, sloths, owls, and much more — plus themed areas like Jurassic Land and Bug World that engage visitors of all ages.

⭐ Why Visit Tropical World?

Visitors choose Tropical World because it offers:

• A tropical butterfly house with hundreds of butterflies in free flight
• Exotic birds from around the globe serenading visitors as they explore
• A licensed mini zoo featuring lemurs, meerkats, sloths and small mammals
• Jurassic Land with life-sized dinosaurs and Bug World insect exhibits
• Family-friendly indoor play area and picnic facilities
• On-site café and gift shop for snacks and souvenirs
• Fully wheelchair accessible environment for all ages

As a mostly covered attraction, Tropical World is a great option rain or shine, ideal for all weather days when visiting Donegal.

🦋 What You’ll Experience

At Tropical World you can:

• Wander through a lush tropical habitat filled with butterflies
• See colourful birds like lorikeets, parrots and turacos
• Meet lemurs, raccoons, meerkats, owls, exotic reptiles and more
• Explore Jurassic Land’s interactive dinosaur exhibits
• Learn about species conservation and exotic ecosystems
• Enjoy a relaxed pace with seating areas and family facilities

🕒 Opening Hours (Seasonal)

Tropical World will open 30th March 2026 & operates daily through late summer/early autumn, with seasonal opening hours (check website ahead):

• Monday – Saturday: 10:00 am – 5:30 pm
• Sunday: 1:00 pm – 5:30 pm
  (Last admissions generally around 4:00 pm during most seasons.)

📍 Location & Contact

Tropical World
Loughnagin, Letterkenny,
Co. Donegal, Ireland, F92 H763

📞 Phone: +353 74 9121655
🌐 Website: http://www.tropicalworld.ie/
📧 Email: info@tropicalworld.ie

Free parking available on site.