Family Day Out
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All ages · up to 30 min · any budget
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Why it matchesExplore world-famous horses, Japanese gardens, and a children's playground in Kildare.
Why it matchesIreland's premier motor racing circuit hosting live race events, track days, and specialized driving experiences.
Why it matchesKildare Farm Foods Open Farm & Shop is home to a wide variety of friendly, curious animals scattered around an accessible and buggy friendly facility.
Why it matchesKildare Town Heritage Centre is both a visitor attraction and a tourist office with countywide information and a souvenir shop.
Why it matchesSituated on the Curragh Edge close to the Village of Athgarvan, Athgarvan Pitch and Putt Club was established in 1949.
Why it matchesRedhills Adventure is quickly establishing itself in the adventure/activity space.
Why it matchesIndoor tenpin bowling and soft play centre in Naas with children's side rails and birthday party options.
Why it matchesHire bikes for adults, teens and children to explore the Grand Canal Greenway from Sallins.
Why it matchesWalk through a hedge maze and get lost in the wooden maze at the Kildare Maze, in County Kildare.
Why it matchesHire children's, adult and electric bikes to cycle the scenic Barrow Blueway route.
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Why it matchesSustainable art, craft and design workshops, camps, classes and parties exclusively for children.
Why it matchesTricky Tricksters Magic Castle cater for all ages from 6 months up to 12 years and groups both big and small.
Why it matchesLocated in the beating heart of Ireland's thoroughbred county, the Irish National Stud & Gardens in County Kildare is one of Ireland's true treasures.
Why it matchesThe Playbarn, Johnstown, County Kildare, is a purpose built indoor playground for children.
Why it matchesThe Curragh Military Museum tells the story of the physical environment of the Curragh plains from the fungal flora to the rich archaeological sites.
Why it matchesTake a guided behind-the-scenes tour of The Curragh Racecourse, visiting jockeys' rooms, weigh rooms and VIP areas.
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