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All ages · up to 60 min · any budget
Why it matchesThis festival celebrates the Joyce brothers with music, song, dance, and history. It runs alongside a walking festival with family-friendly strolls.
Why it matchesFamilies can pick from a variety of walks, including easy strolls, as part of the Ballyhoura Walking Festival. There is also a music festival with song, dance, and history.
Why it matchesFamilies can visit over 130 donkeys and mules at this open farm in north Cork. You can stroll along the walkways and meet the resident donkeys. Entry is free.
Why it matchesFamilies can meet farm animals, go on pony rides, play crazy golf, and explore nature trails. There is an indoor soft play area with electric tractors and a cafe with homemade food.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore the historic Doneraile Court and its expansive parklands. There are walking trails, a playground, and opportunities to spot deer and Kerry cattle.
Why it matchesHire bikes, including electric bikes, kids' bikes, tag-alongs, trailers and child seats, to cycle the Limerick and Kerry Greenways. Pick up from depots in Rathkeale, Listowel, Tralee, and Abbeyfeale.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore the visitor centre exhibition, take a guided tour of the ancient monuments, or enjoy the playground and walking trails at Lough Gur Lakeshore Park.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore the large estate, enjoy the grand views, and see deer and rare breed Kerry cattle grazing.
Why it matchesFamilies can book a private chauffeur service for airport transfers or custom tours around Cork. Car seats are available for babies and young children.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore a historical exhibition, browse craft and woollen shops, and trace their ancestors. You can also take a tour of Desmond Castle from June to September.
Why it matchesFamilies can go for a walk in Galty Castle Wood, which is on the slopes of the Galty Mountains. There are different kinds of trees and wildlife to spot. You can do the Attychraan National Looped Walk.
Why it matchesTake a 2km walk along the River Maigue and see the historic buildings in Adare village. You can get a guide book from the Tourist Information Office.
Why it matchesFamilies can walk or cycle on waymarked trails through the forest. There are different lengths of walks and mountain bike trails to choose from.
Why it matchesFamilies can go for a walk in Castleblagh forest, with a choice of a shorter woodland trail or a longer route. It is open all year round.
Why it matchesTake a walk on the River Trail or the Beara Breifne trail through Island Wood, a Coillte forest recreation site. Check the Coillte page for current conditions.
Why it matchesFamilies can go for a short walk on the waymarked trail through Ardarou forest. It is a good spot for a bit of fresh air and to see nature.
Why it matchesFamilies can go for a walk in Glansheskin, a Coillte forest recreation site. There is a waymarked trail, the Ballard Waterfall Loop, which is 4.9 km long.
Why it matchesCorrin is a Coillte forest recreation site with waymarked walking trails. Families can enjoy a short nature reserve walk or a longer forest trail.
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