Family Day Out
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All ages · up to 30 min · any budget
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Why it matchesFunderland offers thrilling funfair rides, family attractions, entertainment shows and food stalls.
Why it matchesIndoor entertainment centre in Cork featuring tenpin bowling, arcade games, and play areas for families.
Why it matchesLarge indoor soft play centre with toddler area, slides, ball pools, sports areas and a cafe.
Why it matchesEnjoy a thrilling nighttime Samhain street parade in Cork City featuring a giant dragon, ghouls, and spooky creatures.
Why it matchesThe Cork City Library service provides a network of libraries, comprising the Central Library on Grand Parade, five local libraries serving their local communities and one mobile library.
Why it matchesLeisureWorld, Churchfield, Cork City have great pool facilities for swimming, leisure and fun with a 25m pool, learner pool, toddler pool and giant water slide.
Why it matchesWalk the 1km loop around Cork City Lough to spot swans, wildfowl and wildlife in this historic public refuge.
Why it matchesThe Old Cork Waterworks Experience in County Cork, offers a fascinating insight into Cork's industrial heritage and environmental issues.
Why it matchesThe Family Fun Adventure is one of the family experiences on offer.
Why it matchesGenerations of Cork citizens and visitors have enjoyed the tranquil atmosphere of Fitzgerald's Park.
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These still match the search, but the options above have the clearest family fit.
Why it matchesIndoor soft play centre featuring a baby sensory area, toddler climbing frame, 3D play space for older children, and an on-site cafe.
Why it matchesEquestrian centre in Waterfall, Cork offering horse riding lessons and kids pony camps.
Why it matchesThe Planet Entertainment Centre in Cork City, is a large entertainment centre that caters for all the family.
Why it matchesExplore a working farm with animals, a 1950s heritage village, adventure play, and barrel rides in County Cork.
Why it matchesImmersive miniature play town with fourteen themed role-play areas and an on-site café.
Why it matchesBlackrock Castle overlooks the River Lee on the outskirts of Cork City harbour.
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