Family Day Out
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Why it matchesAt one of Dublin’s biggest festivals, the ordinary fades into the shadows and the extraordinary comes to life.
Why it matchesExplore 19 unique lighthouse visitor centres, tours, and coastal experiences located around the island of Ireland.
Why it matchesIreland's iconic festive amusement park featuring thrilling rides, family attractions, shows, and prize stalls.
Why it matchesEnjoy festive outdoor ice skating on Main Street Dundrum with 45-minute sessions, penguin skate aids, and winter treats.
Why it matchesEnjoy free Halloween arts and crafts, a bat workshop, pumpkin painting, and children's tours at Pearse Museum.
Why it matchesIreland's largest zoo in Phoenix Park, home to over 400 animals across themed habitats, daily keeper talks and playgrounds.
Why it matchesKids make a sports teddy bear in a workshop, dress it in a GAA kit, and take a family stadium tour.
Why it matchesSurfdock Watersports offer a unique combination of activities with a shop for all the equipment to go with it.
Why it matchesEnjoy a vintage bus tea tour around Dublin exploring Samhain origins, followed by a guided historical tour of Glasnevin Cemetery.
Why it matchesKilliney Hill and Dalkey Hill form part of Killiney Hill Park, a small public park overlooking both Dalkey and Killiney villages.
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Why it matchesJoin a guided historical walk along Dún Laoghaire's waterfront, exploring its maritime past and elegant Victorian heritage.
Why it matchesBlackrock Park is a pleasant green area overlooking Dublin Bay, in Blackrock, County Dublin, and boasts a well equipped children's playground, cycle path, sports area, exercise area, picnic area, gardens and trees.
Why it matchesMagician, sword-swallower and ventriloquist Jack Wise performs a family-friendly comedy show.
Why it matchesSquirrel's Scramble is an adventure tree park that offers fun for all the family at Killruddery House & Gardens in the garden county of Wicklow.
Why it matchesEnjoy a unique pumpkin patch experience in partnership with the Down Syndrome Centre.
Why it matchesIndoor adventure centre featuring over 50 challenge rooms combining mental puzzles and physical tasks.
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