Buncrana Town

So you've booked your Hotel In Buncrana and are looking to see whats on in the surrounding area. We've put together some of the top attractions in Buncrana. 

Beaches

Shore Front, a 5 minute walk from the hotel. Lisfannon beach has blue flag status with a long sandy beach of 5km, Culdaff beach, 20 miles from Buncrana has blue flag status and is popular with surfers, Stroove beach, approx. 30 miles from Buncrana has blue flag status with breathtaking walks. Buncrana itself has the Lady’s Bay and the Connaberry shore front, Porthaw, Stragill, and Linsfort and a number of other smaller beaches. All within a 5 to 10 minute car journey from the hotel.

Family Parks

Festival Park, located on the Shore Green in Buncrana, a 5 minute walk from the hotel.

Town Centre

Tourist Information Office, Shops, Post Office, Banks, Dry Cleaners, Hairdressers, Cinema, Churches, Library, Restaurants, Cafes, Amusement Arcades, a 10 minute walk from the Hotel.

Walking

The lonely rugged hills, hidden glens and miles of trails are a must for the walker. There is something for everyone in Inishowen, to suit all levels of physical fitness. For those who like to test their endurance, try the Urris Hills or Raghtin More, Bulbin, Slieve Sneacht or Crunlieve. For leisure, follow the network of bog roads. In Buncrana itself, Swan Park is located just to the north of the town. The park is opened all year round and provides a peaceful setting for scenic walks and picnicing. Additionally, a scenic four mile trail from Neds Point Fort, over Castle Bridge, along Buncrana bay and along the shore and provides an excellent facility for an avid walker or cyclist.

Horseriding

Equestrian enthusiasts can enjoy a leisurely trek at Inch Island Stables. Facilities include a cross-country course, trail riding, liveries, tuition by qualified instructors and trekking. The surrounding countryside and beaches are aptly suited to horse riding.

Inishowen Quad Biking

3 km from Buncrana (Dunree Fort direction) Price per hour to hire - 90cc Quads €30 and 250cc Quads €40. We provide compulsory helmets and we have coats and trousers, we advise that you bring a spare change of clothes, as it can get a bit muddy.

Kayaking

Waterpark, Open boating, Orienteering, Archery, Team Building, Sea Kayaking, Snorkelling, Camp Craft and Fishing (catch, cook and eat!) – available at Inish Adventures, Moville, approx 20 miles from Buncrana. Other exciting activities to choose from All equipment provided, just bring your own lunch, we will have a barbecue one afternoon per week. They also offer family trips in open canoes, lunch can be had enroute with many stops on the way to look at archaeology, wildlife and botanical wonders along the Foyle.

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