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Why it matchesTake a boat trip from Blacksod to see the bay and islands. You can choose a relaxed trip on a passenger boat or a high-speed RIB tour for more excitement.
Why it matchesHire bikes, electric bikes, or bikes with child trailers to cycle the Great Western Greenway. Pick up and drop off at different locations along the route. Roadside assistance is included.
Why it matchesFamilies can learn about the Old Irish Goat through exhibits, a film, and an art display. You can also see the goats and browse local crafts in the shop.
Why it matchesHire bikes, including ones for children, tag-alongs and carriages, to cycle the Great Western Greenway. Helmets, locks and high-vis vests are provided.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore the aquarium to see Irish marine life and exotic creatures. There is also a museum about Achill Island's history, including a traditional boley house. You can get coffee and souvenirs.
Why it matchesWatch skilled sheepdogs at work and learn about their role in Irish farming. You can even try training a dog yourself.
Why it matchesThis festival offers stargazing, talks, workshops, and seashore safaris. By day, explore the landscape; by night, enjoy nightscapes, music, and a Lantern Walk.
Why it matchesThis festival in Newport celebrates local heritage and music with street entertainment, live concerts, and events for children.
Why it matchesHire bikes, electric bikes, or bikes with child seats, trailers, or tag-alongs to explore Achill. Helmets and hi-vis vests are included.
Why it matchesThis free heritage day at Céide Fields offers demonstrations of wildcrafts and gold panning, along with other fun activities for all the family.
Why it matchesFamilies can try out lots of traditional Irish musical instruments in interactive workshops. You will learn to play a song together.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore an interactive exhibition about nature and the night sky, then take a walk on the Tóchar Daithí Bán Trail for views or the Nature Trail to a pond and sensory area. There is a cafe on site.
Why it matchesFamilies can enjoy sea kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, guided walks, and powerboat rides around Clew Bay. Equipment is provided, and there is a hot tub for relaxing after the activities.
Why it matchesThis is an embarkation point for a ferry to Inis Bigil. You can park your car here and catch the ferry, which also has a connecting bus service to Ballycroy.
Why it matchesVisit Inishbiggle island for a walk and to explore. You can experience traditional island life and see the scenery. There is a festival in August.
Why it matchesTake a 15-minute ferry trip across the fjord, or hire a boat with a crew for five hours to explore Bellacragher Bay, visit islands, snorkel, fish, or have a BBQ.
Why it matchesFamilies can walk along the pier and enjoy the views across Blacksod Bay and to Achill Island. There is also a small beach and the Blacksod Lighthouse to see.
Why it matchesFamilies can see a large granite sculpture, enjoy wide views of Achill Island and the Inis G\u00e9 islands, and visit the ruins of St. Deirbhile's Church and Well.
Why it matchesFamilies can walk along Cloghmore Pier, enjoy the views of Gráinne Ní Mháille’s castle, and watch the fishing boats and anglers.
Why it matchesWalk across the old railway viaduct, which has seven arches, and get some grand views of the river and the area around it. It's part of the Great Western Greenway.
Why it matchesExplore the Céide Fields, the world's oldest known stone-walled fields, dating back 6,000 years. See the visitor centre and a viewing platform on a 110-metre-high cliff.
Why it matchesFamilies can enjoy a sheltered beach day at Keem Bay, surrounded by cliffs. It is a good spot for watersports, with lifeguards on duty during the bathing season.
Why it matchesFamilies can visit Ireland's first International Dark Sky Park to see the night sky. There are three viewing points, including the Ballycroy Visitor Centre with a 2km looped walk and the Claggan Mountain Coastal Trail, also 2km.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore the Wild Nephin National Park, learn about the landscape and wildlife at the visitor centre, and take a short nature trail with scenic views.
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