Petting Zoos and Farms in Co. Donegal
4 places
1.Wild Alpaca Way
Tourism Attraction of the Year 2026 winner
Walk with your own alpaca along the Knockamany Bens at Ireland's most northerly point, with panoramic views over Five Finger Strand and the Atlantic — a genuinely unique way to experience Malin Head.
- Highlights
- Walk one-to-one with your own alpaca
- 37+ alpacas, each with a distinct personality
- Stunning views over Five Finger Strand and the Atlantic
- Facilities
- Good for kids
2.Castle Adventure open Farm
petting farm in a 17th-century castle yard
A family-run open farm tucked into the old farmyard of 17th-century Wardtown Castle, three miles from Ballyshannon on the Rossnowlagh road. Rain or shine, there are barns of animals, soft play, and a big outdoor adventure playground.
- Highlights
- Daily animal petting at 11am, 2pm and 4pm
- Drive a real JCB digger (€3)
- Barrel train and big outdoor playground
- Facilities
- Wheelchair access
3.Lurgybrack Open Farm
Petting farm with barrel rides and bouncy castle fun
A centuries-old farmstead on the edge of Letterkenny where children can pet friendly farm animals, ride the barrel train and burn off energy on bouncy castles and play areas, all beside a riverside walk.
- Highlights
- Friendly farm animals up close in the animal house
- Barrel ride included with admission
- Bouncy castle, sandpit and playground
- Facilities
- Wheelchair access
4.Errigal View Pet Zoo
Rare grey wolves in a petting zoo
A family-run petting zoo turned small zoo in the shadow of Mount Errigal, where kids can hand-feed wallabies and meet grey wolves, with indoor play areas for rainy Donegal days.
- Highlights
- Grey wolves, a rare sight in an Irish petting zoo
- Hand-feeding wallabies, goats and alpacas
- Indoor play barn for all-weather visits