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All ages · up to 60 min · any budget
Why it matchesThis pet farm has plenty to keep children busy all day, with indoor and outdoor play areas, bouncy castles, an indoor sand pit, paddle boats, pony rides and farm animals.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore the Rathcroghan Visitor Centre to learn about ancient Connacht, its monuments, and mythology. There are interactive exhibits and audio-visual presentations to bring the past and legends to life.
Why it matchesExplore the ruins of Roscommon Castle and learn about its history. Afterwards, enjoy the adjacent Loughnaneane Park, which has a playground, a wildlife area with a viewing deck, and a turlough.
Why it matchesFamilies can hire a pénichette boat to cruise the waterways. No licence or experience is needed, and staff will show you how to pilot the boat. You can explore at your own pace.
Why it matchesFamilies can step back in time and experience a narrow gauge railway. There is a museum with railway artefacts, including a 1908 steam locomotive called Nancy.
Why it matchesFamilies can hire regular bikes, or electric bikes for over 16s, to cycle traffic-free along the Shannon Blueway. There are child carts and seats for younger children.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore Lough Key Forest Park all year round, with walking and cycling trails through the woods and along the lough.
Why it matchesTake a relaxing one-hour boat trip on Lough Key, hearing local stories and folklore. Speedboat tours get you closer to Castle Island and Trinity Abbey.
Why it matchesFamilies can go for a walk in Mote Park, with a choice of four waymarked trails of different lengths. You can pick a shorter walk like the Bluebell Loop or a longer one like the Heritage Walkway.
Why it matchesFamilies can enjoy a short walk or a longer ramble through the forest on the multi-access trail, the Greenwood Loop, or the Old Woodland Trail.
Why it matchesFamilies can enjoy a walk or cycle on the trails through Mountbellew forest. There's a short multi-access trail, a cycle trail, and a longer loop walk.
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