A Walk Through Time in Fort Dunree
Overview
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1 hour
Mobile ticket
Your local guide has a strong personal connection to Fort Dunree and the area and provides a unique insight into the place, people and nature. This tour is dramatically located along Donegal's Wild Atlantic Way with stunning views throughout of Lough Swilly, Fanad Peninsula, the Urris Hills and west Donegal. After your guided tour you will also receive entrance tickets for the Fort Museum which you can explore at your leisure.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Fort Dunree Military Museum
On this very scenic 1 hour guided walking tour we will travel through time to explore the story of Lough Swilly and Fort Dunree. Your qualified local guide, who has a strong personal connection with the Fort, will take you on a fascinating journey from the end of the last Ice Age to the arrival of the first inhabitants, to Dunree becoming the reputed royal seat of the McLaughlin Clan and a site of strategic and defensive importance during the Napoleonic. First and Second World Wars. On this 2 km route you will also gain an insight into the local flora and fauna in this wild and unforgettable location. Stunning views of the Lough Swilly and the Wild Atlantic Way throughout. Dunree Head is also a Wild Atlantic Way Discovery Point. Also included in the tour price is admission to the Fort Museum which you can enjoy at your leisure.
What‘s Included
Entrance to the Fort Dunree Military Museum is included.
Parking Fees
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A Walk Through Time in Fort Dunree
Reviews
5 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
An amazing experience!
LisaNJ333,,Jul 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This trip was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. Our guide Sharon is the most friendly and knowledgeable person we could ever of asked for. The amazing history she gave us about Fort Dunree and the surrounding area was beyond belief, she even taught us about the beautiful vegetation which is unreal! The scenery is by far the most wonderful we have ever seen and the staff in the museum and coffee shop were first class. Today was one we will never forget as Sharon and all the other staff are phenomenal. Thank you so much Sharon, we are so happy to of met you today!
A great experience!
Diane527,,Oct 3, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Another fabulous walk with Sharon. Breathtaking views, saw seals and dolphins, a community garden, and learned about the past and present of the area. Highly recommended. She is very knowledgeable.
A wonderful experience!
GillM733,,Sep 30, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I loved every moment of this trip. Sharon is very knowledgeable about the area having grown up here. The scenery was breathtaking ❤️
Great Tour of Fort Dunree
ty h,,Sep 10, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Sharon was a wonderful guide. She is very knowledgeable of Fort Dunree plus the surrounding area and also has family connections to the Fort. I highly recommend her guided tour.
Great walk with history and scenery
Alexandra F,,Jul 15, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great walk. She shared a lot of information about the history and we got to see amazing views. She knows the place very well.
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