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Glenveagh Castle, Letterkenny

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#1 of 33 in Historic Sites in County Donegal

Experience the serene environment at Glenveagh Castle, a Baronial-style mansion in the Glenveagh National Park. Captain John George Adair built the castle around 1870 and developed the original structure and gardens with his wife, Cornelia Wadsworth Ritchie. Tour the site where Marilyn Monroe, Charlie Chaplin, and Clark Gable (among others) spent their vacations. Take in views of the mountains, lakes, and forests while exploring the grounds. Stop by the visitor center for more information on the castle and gardens, which were given to Ireland in 1981. Make your Letterkenny itinerary with Inspirock to find out what to see and where to go.

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By taniacutajar13 On March 4, 2018

A lovely 4 kms walk from the visitor's centre to the castle. Even though it was cold it was worth going. There is also a bus service for those pressed for time or who cannot walk far. Lovely gardens t... more »
By Quicoli On March 3, 2018

O castelo conta com um tour, pago, que te leva pelos comodos do castelo onde voce pode vislumbrar um pouco da vida da epoca. Vale muito a pena! more »

The Castle has a tour, paid, that leads by the rooms of the Castle where you can glimpse a little of the life of the time. Is very worthwhile!

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By catinzhat On March 3, 2018

Lovely walk to the castle. Nice view along the water. Outside gardens very relaxing. Guided tour took you room to room with details abt the family. Great food at the cafe! more »

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By Paul Kelly On April 5, 2018

We loved this place beautiful castle and great surroundings gardens are well looked after. hill climbs are a must to view the amazing views.we payed for the bus to take us up as had 5 kids but would recommend either walk up or back if capable. The tour around the castle is about 45mins and well worth the price.

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By Strangford Services On March 29, 2018

Unexpectedly lovely day out exploring the fascinating Scottish-style castellated country house and it’s great gardens (even at this post-winter, pre-summer stage). The only disappointment for our 6yo was the gift shop not being open.

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By graeme denny On March 31, 2018

Great place to visit, stunning views and lovely gardens

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By Mike Gorman On March 20, 2018

Grate day out for a family

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By Christine Mory On August 2, 2017

La promenade jusqu'au château, pour peu qu'on la fasse à pied et non avec les navettes depuis le Visitor Center, est superbe et très facile. De magnifiques points de vue tout au long du trajet. Pour peu que le ciel soit un peu chargé, les couleurs sont tout simplement magiques ! En arrivant à pied, on traverse le superbe parc qui entoure le château. Nous n'avons pas visité l'intérieur du château mais les vues de l'extérieur sont impressionnantes et il y a de quoi faire de très belles photos.

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The walk up to the Castle, only to walk away and not with Visitor Center shuttles, is superb and very easy. Magnificent points of view along the way. As long as the sky is a bit loaded, the colors are simply magical! Arriving on foot, through the great park surrounding the Castle. We did not visit the inside of the Castle but outside views are impressive and there are enough to make beautiful pictures.

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