The R252 from Ballybofey takes 40 minutes, a nice detour from which is the R253, which winds along the edge of the Bluestack mountains before dropping down in the '''Glen of Glenties'''.
The N56 route from Donegal Town / Killybegs comes over the hills at '''Aighe''', with nice views of the sea before going through Ardara and turning East towards Glenties. It takes 50 minutes from Donegal Town via Killybegs and Ardara, or 30 minutes via the R262 road via Frosses.
[http://www.mcgeehancoaches.com/ McGeehan Coaches], in conjunction with [http://www.buseireann.ie/ Bus Eireann] have a twice daily service between Letterkenny and Glencolumbkille, which stops in Glenties.
Another service travels between Dungloe and Donegal Town, stopping at Glenties also.
[http://www.fedaodonnell.com/ Feda O'Donnell] also has a weekly service between Annagry and Galway, passing through Glenties.
The most enjoyable option in getting to Glenties is by flying into Donegal International Airport and hiring a car there. The journey to Glenties is scenic (about 50k), passing through the Rosses region.
The '''[http://www.google.co.uk/url?sa=t&source=web&ct=res&cd=1&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.donegaldirect.ie%2FUploads%2FDocuments%2FFile_1674_GapTrailMapA4.pdf&ei=pNfpScv1J5bMjAe2vMWeCg&usg=AFQjCNHtIICUSR_zs4RK1rvZRGbRvQgXqA&sig2=sBZIlhnjJjnPGl1_rrtrBQ/ GAP Trail]''' follows the route of a former bogcutter's railway, 2kms outside Glenties, and is a nice short excursion.
The [http://homepage.eircom.net/~thebluestackway/ Bluestack Way] is a more challenging route, coming over the '''Bluestack Mountains''' from Donegal Town and Lough Eske before coming through Glenties and following the '''River Owenea''' to Ardara.
'''Sli na Finne''' is a nearby loop route around '''Fintown Lake''' and '''Ballinamore''', passing into the '''Bluestack Mountains''' and '''The Croaghs'''.
Another local scenic route is a walk by backroads from '''Doochary''', on the '''Gweebarra Estuary''' to '''Fintown''' [http://www.donegaldirect.ie/ws_business_details.aspx?BusinessID=1673&Region=Glenties&BusinessNm=Doochary+-+Fintown&Section=].
The [http://www.discoverireland.com/gb/ireland-things-to-see-and-do/listings/product/?fid=FI_9324/ Ardara Walking Festival] takes place in March every year in nearby Ardara.
Information, advice and maps for all walks mentioned above and others can be obtained from [http://www.donegaldirect.com/ Donegal Tourist Information]
There are two churches in the town, The local Church of Ireland (Church Rd.), dates from 1825. The Roman Catholic Chuch is a modern building dedicated to St. Connell (the patron saint of the parish) in 1974. It has a moat at the front and its setting among the trees and shrubs enhances its long sloping roof which imitates the nearby mountains. The designer; Liam McCormack won an European Award for its architecture in 1974.
The best way to see Glenties is by short walks around the area. These include circular walks around '''Mullantiboyle and Tullyard''', '''The Rock''' and '''Meenahalla'''. These routes go by back roads and follow the local rivers, the '''Owenea''' and '''Stranaglough'''.
River fishing is also possible on the Owenea River that passes through the town. Daily licenses can be purchased in designated shops in Glenties. See: [http://www.glenties.ie/ws_business_details.aspx?Business_ID=468&Region=Glenties&Business_Name=Owenea+Fishery&Section=Activities/ Owenea fishery]. Sea angling is also available [http://www.glenties.ie/Fishing.aspx?tscategory_id=63]
The local canoe club is [http://www.canoe.ie/Information/ClubContactList/tabid/1259/language/en-GB/Default.aspx/ Gweebarra Canoe Club], which meets year round on the Gweebarra Estuary, 9km away.
The nearest surfing beach is '''Dooey Beach''', a quiet break with quite consistent surf. [http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=dooey&sll=54.798508,-8.281288&sspn=0.022166,0.077248&g=glenties&ie=UTF8&ll=54.868606,-8.357849&spn=0.044255,0.154495&z=13]
The local walking club, [http://bluestackramblers.com/ The Bluestack Ramblers], often organise walks in the area which are open to tourists.
Local GAA (Gaelic Football) club Naomh Conaill often play matches in Glenties. The club is situated 800m down the Church Rd. [http://www.sportsmanager.ie/t6.php?userid=7079&report=1&reporttype=fixtures&sportid=1&club_id=&clubid=&nextweek=1&countyid=111&contentcountyid=111&contentsportid=1]
'''Sheskinamore Nature Reserve''' is a scenic wildlife sanctuary 20kms away, on the Rosbeg Peninsula. It borders two beaches, and offers stunning views of Donegal Bay. [http://www.glenties.ie/ws_business_details.aspx?Business_ID=571&Region=Glenties&Business_Name=Sheskin+More+&Section=Attractions]
Local paintings and handcrafts can be purchased in the '''Craft Shop''' on the main street. Locally made jewellery can be found at [http://www.glenties.ie/ws_business_details.aspx?Business_ID=558&Region=Glenties&Business_Name=Hannah+McGuiness&Section=Attractions/ Hannagh McGuinness Jewellery].
Local organic food can be bought in '''The Good Earth''', a health food shop selling local produce. Local meat can be bought at '''Kee's Butchers'''.
There is a Post Office and ATM machine in the town also, as well as a Bank of Ireland bank.
'''The Good Earth''' serve healthy lunches Monday - Saturday.
Fast food options include '''Nighthawks''', '''McGuinness' Cafe''' and '''K2 Spices'''.
Bars worth a visit include '''Paddy's''', '''Keeney's''' and '''Leo McLoone's''', all family run establishments with friendly service.
There is only one hotel in the town, The Highlands Hotel, but there are numerous guesthouses and Bed and Breakfast places to stay.
There is also a family-run '''hostel''' in the town, [http://www.glenties.ie/ws_business_details.aspx?Business_ID=948&Region=Glenties&Business_Name=Campbells+Holiday+Hostel&Section=Accommodation/ Campbell's Holiday Hostel]