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Things to do near Cloonarragh

All ages · up to 60 min · any budget

6 strong matches for your family · plus 1 more nearby Includes live listings from Fáilte Ireland
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Rathcroghan Visitor Centre

Open dates vary · Check official times Tulsk · Roscommon About 20 min drive Check price
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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.

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Graune Pet Farm & Play Centre

Open dates vary · Check official times Mayo About 25 min drive Check price
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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.

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Roscommon Castle

Open dates vary · Check official times Roscommon About 35 min drive Check price
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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.

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Locaboat Ireland

Open dates vary · Check official times Leitrim About 40 min drive Check price
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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.

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Sathya Sai Donkey Sanctuary CLG

Open dates vary · Check official times Castlebaldwin · Sligo About 40 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesVisit the donkey sanctuary to meet rescued donkeys, many of them old or unwell. You can give them a pet and bring them some carrots or ginger biscuits.

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Wild Wet Adventures

Open dates vary · Check official times Sligo About 45 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesFamilies can try out kayaking, canoeing, or stand-up paddleboarding on the water, or take a guided walk in the Ox Mountains. They cater for all ages and abilities.

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Lough Key Boat Tours & Boat Hire

Open dates vary · Check official times Boyle · Roscommon About 35 min drive Check price
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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.

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