Family Day Out
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All ages · up to 30 min · any budget
The strongest family-fit ideas from this search, kept short enough to compare.
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Why it matchesA Halloween trail on a family-run open farm in the Wicklow hills, six kilometres from Rathdrum.
Why it matchesAiming to provide the best leisure experience for their customers, Coral Leisure in Arklow, County Wicklow, cater for as many different leisure pursuits as possible in a friendly and professional manner.
Why it matchesImmersive bowling, a redemption arcade, private karaoke rooms and kids' party facilities in Courtown.
Why it matchesExplore a decorated treetop walk, complete a magical object hunt for a prize, and enjoy Halloween surprises.
Why it matchesOutdoor farm featuring animal feeding, indoor and outdoor play areas, tractors, and an activity bus.
Why it matchesAdventure golf, ten pin-bowling, kids karting, bumper boats, fun caves, a games arcade and more are all on offer at Pirates Cove, Courtown Harbour, Gorey, County Wexford.
Why it matchesKidzone in Gorey, County Wexford offers a safe indoor arena and play area for children from the ages 2 to 10 years, and is a great choice for kids birthday parties.
Why it matchesLarge floating inflatable water park featuring over 30 obstacles across 1,800 square metres.
Why it matchesCome visit Seal Rescue Ireland (SRI), the only seal rescue centre in Ireland.
Why it matchesFamily-run open farm with petting animals, mini diggers, go-karts, a maze and a fire-engine ride.
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These still match the search, but the options above have the clearest family fit.
Why it matchesWexford Lavender Farm, Ireland’s first lavender farm, has five acres of lavender, the Purple Haze Café, a children’s playground, woodland walks, a shop, Billy the bull quad barrel train, a maze, plant sales and much more.
Why it matchesSurf on the East Coast of Ireland, just thirty minutes from Dublin.
Why it matchesEstablished in 1723 on the banks of the Avoca River, Avoca Mill is the oldest working weaving mill in Ireland.
Why it matchesActive Tribe Courtown in County Wexford's philosophy is to foster active, healthy communities, re-energise interest in sports and encourage positive wellbeing.
Why it matchesPremier family entertainment centre featuring tenpin bowling, laser tag, a soft play centre, arcade and more.
Why it matchesExplore forest trails, a treetop walk, a viewing tower, a playground and Avondale House.
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