Family things to do near Ballyshannon, Co. Donegal

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Castle Adventure Open Farm

Open dates vary · Check official times Ballyshannon · Donegal 7 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesEnjoy all weather fun down on the farm at the Castle Adventure Farm near Ballyshannon in County Donegal.

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Bundoran Adventure Park

Open dates vary · Check official times Bundoran · Donegal 8 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesBundoran Adventure Park is one of the north west's top tourist attractions located directly on the seafront in Bundoran, County Donegal.

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Waterworld Bundoran

Open dates vary · Check official times Bundoran · Donegal 9 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesThe primary aim of Waterworld Bundoran, in County Donegal, is to make your visit a happy, safe and fun experience, with safety being the number one priority.

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Lakeside Centre

Open dates vary · Check official times Ballyshannon · Donegal 3 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesCamping accommodation is available at the Lakeside Centre.

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Campview Farm

Open dates vary · Check official times Ballyshannon · Donegal 5 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesCampview Farm invites visitors to immerse themselves in a range of hands on rural experiences.

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Rossnowlagh Beach

Open dates vary · Check official times Rossnowlagh · Donegal 10 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesWalk Rossnowlagh Beach and enjoy the soft, golden sand and exceptional views out to sea.

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Dunree Millitary Museum

Donegal 12 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesExplore military history, outdoor trails, stunning coastal views, and a visitor museum at Fort Dunree.

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Bundoran Surf Co.

Open dates vary · Check official times Bundoran · Donegal 7 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesBundoran Surf Co is a surf school, surf lodge and surf shop, in Bundoran, County Donegal, and was set up by two local surfers Pete Craig and Aidan Browne in March 2005.

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Murfs Surf School

Open dates vary · Check official times Bundoran · Donegal 8 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesMurfs Surf School is located on the green area overlooking Tullan Strand, a 2km stretch of sandbanks from the Roughey Cliff Walk to the Erne River mouth.

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Bundoran Glowbowl and Macks Amusements Complex

Open dates vary · Check official times Bundoran · Donegal 8 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesAt Bundoran Glowbowl and Macks Amusements, for the kids, they have light weight bowling balls, ball ramps and automatic side bumpers, which make the game easy to play.

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Mountcharles Pier

Mountcharles · Donegal 28 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesWalk the pier with a coffee from the nearby cafe and look out across Donegal Bay toward Bell's Isle, Summerhill and Murvagh Beach.

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Rossnowlagh Surf School

Open dates vary · Check official times Rossnowlagh · Donegal 12 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesRossnowlagh Beach in County Donegal is on the Wild Atlantic Way on the North West Coast of Ireland.

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The Rusty Axe

Open dates vary · Check official times Bundoran · Donegal 7 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesThe Rusty Axe provides professional guidance on axe throwing in a fun and safe environment.

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The Water Wheels

Open dates vary · Check official times Ballyshannon · Donegal 3 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesAbbey Assaroe, in Ballyshannon County Donegal, was founded by Cistercian monks from Boyle Abbey in the 12th Century.

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Ballyshannon and District Museum

Open dates vary · Check official times Ballyshannon · Donegal 3 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesBallyshannon, County Donegal, has long been regarded as Irelands oldest town and the museum has artefacts and memorabilia stretching back from the recent past to 10,000 BC.

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Five Star Fun

Open dates vary · Check official times Grange · Sligo 24 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesModern indoor play centre in Grange with a large play frame, slides, go-karts, toddler area and on-site cafe.

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