Family Day Out
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Why it matchesParticipate in hands-on creative practice and community arts workshops at The Arcade in Dungloe.
Why it matchesA nautical-themed family café in Burtonport featuring a kids' play boat, stunning lake and sea views, and outdoor seating.
Why it matchesCarrickfinn Watersports in County Donegal, provide kayaking tours and surfing lessons to individuals and groups of all abilities.
Why it matchesEnjoy a free afternoon of live traditional music and dancing in the courtyard at Sweeney's Hotel.
Why it matchesMaghery is a small and vibrant coastal community situated in the Rosses area of West Donegal and is less than 20km from Donegal Airport.
Why it matchesDunlewey Kayaking in County Donegal offers diverse kayaking experiences suitable for all skill levels and ages.
Why it matchesHop aboard a ferry from Burtonport Harbour and head to this small island covered in grasses and beautiful indigenous flowers.
Why it matchesAt Ionad Cois Locha, Dunlewey, County Donegal, enjoy a short audio visual followed by a carding, spinning and weaving demonstration.
These still match the search, but the options above have the clearest family fit.
Why it matchesArranmore Island is located only a few miles from Burtonport and is accessible by our modern car ferries throughout the year.
Why it matchesThe Arranmore Ferry (Blue Ferry) operate a daily schedule between Burtonport and Arranmore Island.
Why it matchesEnjoy scenic coastal sightseeing cruises, island trips, and deep-sea angling aboard a purpose-built charter boat.
Why it matchesDonegal Sea Adventure is a boat tour company based in Burtonport Harbour, County Donegal, on the Wild Atlantic Way.
Why it matchesBurtonport is the ferry port for Árainn Móir (Aranmore Island), Inis Fraoigh (Inishfree) and Inis Mhic a Doirín (Rutland Island) and makes an ideal base for exploring the islands and the surrounding Rosses area on the.
Why it matchesBurtonport Loops - Lúb Chroicheach Mhór is a 4.6 km loop walking trail graded Easy.
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