Family Day Out
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All ages · up to 30 min · any budget
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Why it matchesAt Wildlands, choose from outdoor or indoor adventure and entertainment for all ages, whatever the weather.
Why it matchesImmersive themed escape rooms in Galway with private group sessions, suitable for families and older children.
Why it matchesOutdoor seaside amusement park featuring traditional family funfair rides and attractions on Salthill Promenade.
Why it matchesExplore John Rainey's contemporary sculptural exhibition featuring cast porcelain, metal, and marble forms.
Why it matchesVisit Loughwell Farm Park, County Galway, which is home to lots of friendly animals including ponies, pot bellied pigs, cows, sheep, alpacas, goats, chickens, donkeys, ducks and even reindeers.
Why it matchesGalway Atlantaquaria, ideally located along the Salthill Promenade in Galway City, is Ireland’s largest native species aquarium and an EAZA (European Association of Zoos and Aquaria) accredited Aquarium that celebrates.
Why it matchesShadow puppetry workshops for young people to explore storytelling and Traveller heritage with Moonfish Theatre.
Why it matchesChildren's indoor play centre in Galway with a three-storey climbing structure, slides, ball pools, Lego section, disco room and café.
Why it matchesEile Mental Activity Park brings exciting and challenging outdoor activities to Galway.
Why it matchesVisit Curraghduff Farm near Oughterard to meet friendly alpacas, enjoy alpaca walks, and see farm animals.
These still match the search, but the options above have the clearest family fit.
Why it matchesThe rugged beauty of the Connemara countryside is home to the Moycullen Riding Centre.
Why it matchesIndoor entertainment centre featuring ten-pin bowling, children's soft play, laser tag and arcade games.
Why it matchesVR World Galway offers a new dimension of entertainment in Galway City, where enthusiasts and all skill levels can immerse themselves in the excitement of virtual reality.
Why it matchesBike Touring is so much more than merely seeing the sights.
Why it matchesLeisureland has no less than three swimming pools for the family to enjoy on either a day out, Galway holiday or all year-round activity.
Why it matchesTake a guided tour and let the team at Glengowla Mines and Family Farm Experience in Oughterard, County Galway, lead you on a journey of discovery of how lead and silver were mined here during the 1800s.
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