Donegal County Museum, Letterkenny

Name: Donegal County Museum
Address: High Road, Letterkenny, Ireland
Telephone: +353 74 912 4613

#7 among attractions in Letterkenny

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Donegal County Museum is a county museum in County Donegal in Ireland. Located on the High Road in Letterkenny, the museum building first opened to the public in 1845 as the Warden's House of the Letterkenny Workhouse. The building was repurposed as a museum in the late 20th century. ()

Established: 1987 (37 years ago)Coordinates: 54°57'17"N, 7°44'6"W

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High RoadLetterkenny Ireland

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+353 74 912 4613

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Donegal County Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Main Street, Cathedral of St Eunan and St Columba, Conwal Parish Church, An Grianán Theatre.

~1670 ftS
Shopping, Shopping district
Main Street, Letterkenny
9 min walk • Main Street in Letterkenny, Ireland, is a vibrant shopping district pulsating with the life of this bustling town. As the central artery of Letterkenny, Main Street is where locals and visitors alike converge to engage in retail therapy, soak up the local culture,...
~1870 ftSW
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
Cathedral of St Eunan and St Columba, Letterkenny
10 min walk • The Cathedral of St Eunan and St Columba stands as a testament to the rich religious heritage of Letterkenny, Ireland. This majestic church, with its soaring spires and intricate Gothic architecture, serves as the mother church of the Diocese of Raphoe.
~1540 ftSW
Church
Conwal Parish Church, Letterkenny
8 min walk • Conwal Parish Church stands as a testament to the rich religious heritage of Letterkenny, Ireland. This Anglican church, with its roots deeply embedded in the history of the town, serves as both a place of worship and a beacon of architectural legacy in the region.
~800 ftSE
Concerts and shows, Theater
An Grianán Theatre, Letterkenny
4 min walk • An Grianán Theatre is the largest theatre in County Donegal. Located in Letterkenny's Port Road district, its current director is Patricia McBride. With a seating capacity of 383, the theatre provides a range of programming including drama, comedy, music, pantomime, and family shows as well as workshops and classes.
~640 ftSE
Art gallery, Shopping, Museum
Letterkenny Regional Cultural Centre, Letterkenny
4 min walk • Regional Cultural Centre, Letterkenny is a cultural centre located in Letterkenny, County Donegal, Ireland. The centre is located behind An Grianán Theatre on the Port Road in the town and is the leading cultural centre in north-west Ireland.
0.6 miE
Neighbourhood
Ballyraine, Letterkenny
16 min walk • Ballyraine is a district of Letterkenny, County Donegal, Republic of Ireland, located in the parish of Aughaninshin. Ballyraine Linear Park is found here.
0.6 miE
Universities and schools
Letterkenny Institute of Technology, Letterkenny
16 min walk • Letterkenny Institute of Technology, formerly the Regional Technical College, Letterkenny, was a third level institution designed in the second half of the twentieth century for Donegal and others parts of north-west Ireland.
0.9 miSW
Sport, Sport venue
Letterkenny Regional Sports and Leisure Complex, Letterkenny
23 min walk • Letterkenny Regional Sports and Leisure Complex is a sports complex located in Letterkenny, County Donegal, Ireland. Located near O'Donnell Park, RTÉ Television has broadcast live from the venue on several occasions.

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Which popular attractions are close to Donegal County Museum?

Nearby attractions include Letterkenny Regional Cultural Centre, Letterkenny (4 min walk), An Grianán Theatre, Letterkenny (4 min walk), Conwal Parish Church, Letterkenny (8 min walk), Cathedral of St Eunan and St Columba, Letterkenny (10 min walk).

How to get to Donegal County Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Donegal County Museum:

Bus

Letterkenny Bus Station • Lines: 32 (7 min walk)