Bundoran County Donegal Fun Resort

Celtic Heritage and Coastal Action at Bundoran County Donegal

Tullan Strand surfing lessons finished for the day

Donegal County's most southerly town, Bundoran, hugs the dramatic coastline at Donegal Bay.  You'll love the vivid contrast between the golden sandy beaches and Atlantic-pounded sea-cliffs.

Gazing across the bay, see the heritage-rich Saint Johns Point Donegal peninsula and South Donegal mountains, as the vast Atlantic ocean disappears over a western horizon.

If you'd like a tranquil vacation far from the 'fast lane', you might prefer idyllic Cruit Island to Bundoran.

However, Bundoran County Donegal is ideal for combining local outdoor activities with Celtic heritage day trips around scenic South Donegal and diversely historic Ballyshannon, as well as counties Leitrim and Sligo.

Scenic, Celtic and Pre History Day Trips

In addition to Bundoran Beach, Tullan Strand and the local attractions below, Bundoran County Donegal is perfectly situated for day trips to some of the best places to visit in Ireland for Celtic history and heritage . . .

Top Attractions at Bundoran County Donegal

Donegal Bay viewed from Rougey Cliff Walk

Surfing

A world class surfing destination, Bundoran is a magnet for international surfing enthusiasts of all levels. Experience the exceptional quality of the Atlantic rollers for yourself, and you'll understand why.

International competitions and summer festivals like the popular 'Sea Sessions' have arisen around the sport.

Surfing lessons are offered at various local beaches such as Tullan Strand.

In certain weather conditions, top level Irish and world surfers descend upon Donegal Bay.  They take to their boards three kilometers offshore to 'carve' colossal Atlantic 'prowlers'.  Certainly not for the fainthearted, these waves can reach heights of forty feet.

Deep Sea Angling, Coastal Cruising

For a different kind of adventure, charter a boat and go deep sea angling, catch a few shark, reel in some mackerel, do a little dolphin and whale spotting, and view Donegal's impressive wild Atlantic coastline from an exciting new perspective.

Not all at once though!

Fishing from the Shore

Prefer to stay ashore?  Cast a line from Bundoran's rocky coastline, or have a go at catching the first salmon of the season in the nearby river Drowes.

You'll have to be there on New Year's Day for that though.  Brrr!

Alternatively, catch salmon, trout and grilse any time from Spring onwards.

Much of the popular fishing river Drowes weaves its way along the southern Donegal and County Leitrim border, before pouring into Donegal Bay.

Bundoran County Donegal is said to have the 'best fishing in Ireland'.

Links Golf 'Par Excellence' on the Cliffs

Bundoran County Donegal boasts a challenging 18 hole, par 70, links golf course.

Every stage provides commanding views along South Donegal's stunning wild Atlantic coastline and across Donegal Bay.

The dunes and undulating terrain of Bundoran Golf Club stretch along its magnificent, panoramic cliff top location.

Bundoran has been an Ireland golf vacation destination for over a hundred years.  This historic course was established in the late 1800s.

More Attractions at Bundoran County Donegal

Bundoran beach and promenade

Other attractions include paddle boarding and sea kayaking in the Atlantic ocean, land sailing along pristine beaches, archery, climbing and abseiling, horse riding plus indoor and outdoor amusements.

The kids will enjoy the award winning children's aqua adventure park and various outdoor activities

Take panoramic clifftop walks.

Oh, and try the seaweed baths . . . yes, really.  Well, you'll need to unwind after all those other activities!

Of course, dinner and dancing, cabaret, comedy, live concerts, traditional Celtic music, cinema, restaurants, bars, clubs and festivals are also on the entertainments program.

Bundoran Accommodation and Getting There

Where to Stay

Accommodation is plentiful.  It ranges from comfortable 4 Star hotel accommodation to lively campsites and caravan parks.

Bundoran has one of the widest selections of hotels in Donegal County.

Self catering vacation house rentals, guest houses, popular Ireland bed and breakfast options, and hostels are available.

Large holiday homes are ideal for family holiday breaks.

Or rent an Irish cottage.

Getting to Bundoran

You'll find this top destination for Ireland vacations right at the very southern point of Donegal County.

Bundoran is about four kilometers southwest of Ballyshannon.

The resort is accessible by car from anywhere in Ireland and Northern Ireland.

The Bus Eireann coach company serves Bundoran via many key connections throughout Ireland.

Airlingus and other airlines provide Ireland flights to Donegal airport, Dublin and Belfast, as well as to Knock airport, Derry airport and Shannon.

Car rental is available.

Or travel by ferry via Belfast, Dunlaoghaire or Rosslaire.

Quick Links . . .

Bundoran Day Trips (Part 1)

Bundoran Day Trips (Part 2)

Donegal Town Attractions

St Johns Point Donegal