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The Ardara Distillery
The Ardara Distillery
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Discover Ardara

After your tour and tasting, there’s still so much to explore. From towering cliffs and hidden beaches to waterfalls and ancient ruins, Ardara is surrounded by natural wonders and cultural gems, all within a short drive from the distillery. Here’s what not to miss.

Breathtaking Views

A high-angle view of a secluded sandy beach nestled between steep, green grassy cliffs under a clear blue sky. Gentle waves with white foam roll onto the shore of the cove, which opens into a deep blue ocean.

Silver Strand Beach

Off-the-beaten-path beach at the tip of the Slieve Liag Peninsula

Malin Beg, Glencolumbkille, Co. Donegal
A panoramic coastal landscape featuring the massive, dark gray sea cliffs of Slieve League in Donegal, Ireland. The green and brown rugged cliffside drops steeply into the deep blue Atlantic Ocean under a bright sky with scattered white clouds. A small winding road and parking area are visible on a lower grassy ridge in the foreground.

Sliabh Liag Cliffs

Ireland's ultimate sea cliff adventure

Bunglas Road, Lergadaghtan, Teelin, F94 W8KC
A scenic, long-exposure photograph of a waterfall cascading down a lush, green rocky cliff into a dark pool of water below. Large, jagged rocks are visible in the immediate foreground, and the dense foliage surrounding the falls creates a serene, natural atmosphere.

Maghera Beach & The Assaranca Waterfall

The mighty Assaranca Waterfall near the village of Ardara

Maghera Beach, Co. Donegal
A blue tour boat filled with passengers travels across dark blue water toward the base of high, rugged green and brown cliffs under a clear sky.

Atlantic Coastal Cruises

Don't just see the Wild Atlantic Way, Experience it!

Killybegs Marina, Shore Road, Glebe, Killybegs

    Craft

    A side-profile view of a man in a checkered shirt operating a large, traditional wooden weaving loom in a workshop. He is shown focused on moving the shuttle across a black and white patterned fabric.

    Triona, Ardara

    Irish Tweed Jackets & Irish Tweed Coats

    Triona Design, Main Street, Ardara F94 FY8N
    A wide-angle, sunlit view of the Ardara Distillery courtyard. In the foreground, a stone bench sits nestled among large rocks and green foliage. The background features several white, modern buildings with dark gabled roofs surrounding a central gravel area under a clear, bright sky.

    Donegal Craft Village

    Contemporary crafts and art by skilled makers in Donegal

    Donegal Craft Village, Lurganboy, Donegal, F94 W9NY
    A side profile of an elderly man with a bald head and a checkered shirt operating a traditional wooden weaving loom. He is shown focused on the intricate threads of the fabric as he works indoors.

    Eddie Doherty Tweed

    Pure blankets and scarves handwoven with Donegal wool and tweed

    Front Street, Drumbaran, Ardara
    A wide-angle view of a high-end menswear store with dark wooden shelving units showcasing rows of tailored suits and blazers. A tufted green velvet sofa and a low wooden bench are positioned in the center of the room on a gray tiled floor, while a staff member assists a customer in the background.

    Magee, Donegal Town

    Tweed Jackets, Clothing & Accessories

    Donegal, Diamond, Co. Donegal

      Eat & Drink

      A close-up shot of a bowl filled with steamed mussels in their dark shells. The dish is garnished with fresh green parsley and sliced red chili peppers, all served in a shallow white bowl with a thin brown rim.

      The Harbour Restaurant and Bar

      Family Dining in the heart of Donegal Town

      Quay St, Glebe, F94 R660
      A wide landscape shot showing an oyster farm with many rows of trestles extending across a tidal flat toward a body of water. In the background, rolling green and brown hills are visible under a soft light.

      Loughros Beg Oysters

      Oyster Farm and Tasting Experience

      Loughros Beg Bay, Cotteen, Co. Donegal
      A nighttime exterior shot of a traditional white-walled Irish pub and restaurant complex. The buildings feature several storefronts, including McCafferty's and Sonny McSwine's, with windows glowing from warm interior lighting. Decorative signs, including a Guinness logo and a "Colman's Mustard" advertisement, are visible on the textured stone walls.

      McCafferty’s Bar

      Come for the craic. Stay for the experience.

      The Diamond, Donegal, F94 AP8W
      A set dining table for two in a modern restaurant with a large window offering a view of a wide river and a dense treeline on the opposite bank. The table is set with gray linens, water glasses, and a small flower in a white vase.

      Quay West

      A warm Donegal welcome awaits you at Quay West

      Quay St, Glebe, Donegal, F94 E2A2
      Street-level view of white buildings, including one labeled "NANCY'S".

      Nancy’s Pub

      A traditional family pub in it's seventh generation

      Front Street, Ardara, Co. Donegal
      An aerial view of a traditional two-story building featuring a large mural of a seated group on its side wall. The building has a modern outdoor patio area with a retractable pergola and multiple tables, all enclosed by a low stone wall next to a paved road.

      The Rusty Mackerel

      Where memories are made

      Teelin Rd, Lergadaghtan, Carrick
      A side-angle street view of the exterior of "MOLloy's WEST END CAFE," a two-story white building with black trim. A small white sign board sits on the sidewalk in front of the entrance under a cloudy sky.

      Charlies West End Cafe

      Classic cafe fare with a warm welcome

      5 Main St, Drumbaran, Co. Donegal

        Stay

        An aerial view of a large, sprawling resort complex featuring multiple beige buildings with dark gray roofs. The property includes a curved paved driveway, a parking lot with several cars, and manicured green lawns surrounded by rolling hills and dense trees in the distance.

        Mill Park Hotel, Donegal

        Experience the best of Donegal with a warm welcome

        Mill Park Hotel, The Mullins, Donegal Town F94 HD99
        A close-up view of the exterior of a blue building featuring the "Atlantic lodge" sign in elegant silver script, accompanied by a stylized silver wave icon to the left of the text.

        Atlantic Lodge, Ardara

        Don't just see the Wild Atlantic Way, Experience it!

        Atlantic Lodge, Drumbaran, Co. Donegal
        A vibrant, maritime-themed restaurant interior with blue wood-paneled walls and a large, ornate stained-glass ceiling featuring a nautical compass design in yellow and blue. The room is furnished with blue upholstered booths and modern chairs around light-wood tables, while nautical artwork and warm lighting create a cozy, coastal atmosphere.

        The Tara Hotel

        Spectacularly set Hotel overlooking Killybegs Harbour

        Tara Hotel, Main St, Corporation, Killybegs, Co. Donegal, F94 D7W0

          Prefer a quick overview?

          Browse the full list of recommended spots below.

          Breathtaking Views

          Silver Strand Beach
          Sliabh Liag Cliffs
          Maghera Beach & The Assaranca Waterfall
          Atlantic Coastal Cruises

          Craft

          Triona, Ardara
          Donegal Craft Village
          Eddie Doherty Tweed
          Magee, Donegal Town

          Eat & Drink

          The Harbour Restaurant and Bar
          Loughros Beg Oysters
          McCafferty’s Bar
          Quay West
          Nancy’s Pub
          The Rusty Mackerel
          Charlies West End Cafe

          Stay

          Mill Park Hotel, Donegal
          Atlantic Lodge, Ardara
          The Tara Hotel
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          • Amazing distillery experience. Got to see the their own processes and standards, and learn about the special local ingredients that they solely use in their recipes. Offer some larger bottle options to go as well as smaller sampler options.
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          • Offer some larger bottle options to go as well as smaller sampler options. Amazing distillery experience. Got to see the their own processes and standards, and learn about the special local ingredients.
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