Family Day Out
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All ages · up to 30 min · any budget
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Why it matchesExplore a working farm with animals, a 1950s heritage village, adventure play, and barrel rides in County Cork.
Why it matchesLarge indoor adventure play centre in Mallow with slides, rope maze, assault course and under-5s area.
Why it matchesFunderland offers thrilling funfair rides, family attractions, entertainment shows and food stalls.
Why it matchesLarge indoor soft play centre with toddler area, slides, ball pools, sports areas and a cafe.
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 matchesMallow Swimming Pool is a 25m swimming pool in County Cork.
Why it matchesThe Planet Entertainment Centre in Cork City, is a large entertainment centre that caters for all the family.
Why it matchesIndoor entertainment centre in Cork featuring tenpin bowling, arcade games, and play areas for families.
Why it matchesBallyhass is delighted to bring the world’s latest and fastest growing water sport into the heart of Munster.
Why it matchesOn this Fortress Spike Island Tour by Adventure 001 Helicopters Ireland climb on board a jet powered helicopter departing from Cork Racecourse in Mallow, County Cork.
These still match the search, but the options above have the clearest family fit.
Why it matchesFrom a two-day porcelain workshop with artist Sarah Roberts in Nohoval to a Willow Weaving Workshop with Cois Laoi Willow in Greywood Arts, the programme highlights the extraordinary breadth of creative talent across.
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 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 matchesWalk the 1km loop around Cork City Lough to spot swans, wildfowl and wildlife in this historic public refuge.
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 matchesGenerations of Cork citizens and visitors have enjoyed the tranquil atmosphere of Fitzgerald's Park.
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