Family Day Out
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All ages · up to 30 min · any budget
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Why it matchesLurgybrack Open Farm is a special place where all the family can spend the day together watching the animals and having fun.
Why it matchesAt Tropical World, Letterkenny, County Donegal, you can see hundreds of butterflies in free flight and be greeted by the sound of lorikeets and birds from around the globe serenading you through exotic aviaries.
Why it matchesAura Letterkenny Leisure Complex, County Donegal, offers facilities for health and fitness including a fully equipped gym, pool and exercise classes are offered weekly.
Why it matchesArena7 Entertainment Complex in Letterkenny, County Donegal, offers great family entertainment with even tastier food.
Why it matchesBernard McGlinchey Town Park provides a variety of amenities including the well equipped Sweet Factory Playground for children, a sculpture trail, picnic areas, seating, and walking trails.
Why it matchesExplore an ancient rainforest sanctuary in Donegal to see rescued bears, wolves, lynx and wild boar.
Why it matchesThe activities at Letterkenny Activity Centre cater for 8 year olds to 80 year olds.
Why it matchesIreland's largest travelling fair featuring modern theme rides, children's rides, games, and confectionary stalls.
Why it matchesIndoor family entertainment centre with a multi-level soft play area, amusement arcade, ice cream parlour and cafe.
Why it matchesMake gourmet marshmallows and rocky roads in an interactive workshop with food scientist Linda McClean.
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These still match the search, but the options above have the clearest family fit.
Why it matchesPick pumpkins, visit the craft corner and enjoy a family Halloween event at Oakfield Park.
Why it matchesEnjoy all weather fun down on the farm at the Castle Adventure Farm near Ballyshannon in County Donegal.
Why it matchesBundoran Adventure Park is one of the north west's top tourist attractions located directly on the seafront in Bundoran, County Donegal.
Why it matchesDunfanaghy in North West Donegal can be described as a place made for holidays.
Why it matchesAquariums to rent or buy for homes, schools and businesses across Northern Ireland and Ireland.
Why it matchesLeisureland Redcastle is one of Ireland's largest heated indoor amusement centres catering for children of all ages.
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