Family Day Out
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All ages · up to 30 min · any budget
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Why it matchesthe magic of Ireland’s stunning coastline coupled with incredible outdoor adventures when you book in with Wild Atlantic Adventure Centre.
Why it matchesBeautiful Pollan Bay can be found close to the village of Ballyliffin.
Why it matchesThis idyllic beach is an accessible spot for swimming, fishing, surfing, and walking year-round, with lifeguards on duty in the summer months.
Why it matchesLocal playground on Shore Road in Lifford for children and families.
Why it matchesLisfannon provides spectacular views of the majestic Lough Swilly, Rathmullan and Inch Island.
Why it matchesAdventure Sports Culdaff, on the Inishowen Peninsula, County Donegal, have a variety of activities that would suit everyone, from the solo thrill seeker to large school and community groups.
Why it matchesWild Alpaca Way is located at Ireland’s most northerly point, Malin Head, County Donegal.
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Why it matchesGlenevin Waterfall Walk is a 0.7 km linear walking trail graded Easy.
Why it matchesThe walk up the Glenevin Valley to the Glenevin Waterfall in Clonmany, County Donegal, takes the rambler on a safe, well signposted route.
Why it matchesPlay a round of pitch and putt across two 18-hole links courses set among sand dunes.
Why it matchesThe town of Carndonagh, County Donegal is home to the impressive High Cross of St Patrick.
Why it matchesIrish Ancestral Tours & Research specialises in helping people discover their Irish heritage through personalised genealogical research and guided tours of Ireland.
Why it matchesDoagh Famine Village tells the story of a Donegal family and community living on the edge of Donegal and surviving from famine times right up to the present day.
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