Opening days in Donegal: what's closed on Monday and what's open every day
Showing up at a closed door is the classic trip-ruiner. Of the 5 top attractions in Donegal with known opening hours, 1 close on Monday. Pick a day to see what's open and what's closed.
Pick a day
Wednesday in Donegal
1 closed · 4 open
Closed on Wednesday
- Slieve League CliffsAlso closed: Mon, Thu and Fri
Open on Wednesday
- Glenveagh National Park9:15–17:15
- Donegal Castle9:00–16:00
- Fanad Head Lighthouse10:00–16:00
- Glencolmcille Folk Village10:00–18:00
Closed-day plan B
Walking tours and day trips run every day of the week, museums or not. The easiest way to fill a day when the big sights are shut.
Opening days at a glance
Local time, 24-hour clock. Tap a sight for details and tickets.
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slieve League Cliffs | ✕ | 10–17 | ✕ | ✕ | ✕ | 9:30–16:30 | 9:30–16:30 |
| Glenveagh National Park | 9:15–17:15 | 9:15–17:15 | 9:15–17:15 | 9:15–17:15 | 9:15–17:15 | 9:15–17:15 | 9:15–17:15 |
| Donegal Castle | 9–16 | 9–16 | 9–16 | 9–16 | 9–16 | 9–16 | 9–16 |
| Fanad Head Lighthouse | 10–16 | 10–16 | 10–16 | 10–16 | 10–16 | 10–17 | 10–17 |
| Glencolmcille Folk Village | 10–18 | 10–18 | 10–18 | 10–18 | 10–18 | 10–18 | 10–18 |
Frequently asked questions
Are museums and attractions in Donegal closed on Monday?
Some are. 1 of the 5 top sights in Donegal with known hours close on Monday: Slieve League Cliffs. The other 4 are open.
What is open on Sunday in Donegal?
On Sunday, 5 of the 5 top sights in Donegal are open: Slieve League Cliffs, Glenveagh National Park, Donegal Castle, Fanad Head Lighthouse, Glencolmcille Folk Village.
Which attractions in Donegal are open every day?
4 top sights in Donegal are open all seven days: Glenveagh National Park, Donegal Castle, Fanad Head Lighthouse, Glencolmcille Folk Village.
Opening days from Google Maps (checked 2026-03-17). Public holidays, strikes and seasonal hours can differ — check the official website before you go. Times are local (Europe/Dublin).
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