Family Day Out
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All ages · up to 30 min · any budget
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Why it matchesVisit Curraghduff Farm near Oughterard to meet friendly alpacas, enjoy alpaca walks, and see farm animals.
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.
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 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 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 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 matchesThe rugged beauty of the Connemara countryside is home to the Moycullen Riding Centre.
These still match the search, but the options above have the clearest family fit.
Why it matchesExplore John Rainey's contemporary sculptural exhibition featuring cast porcelain, metal, and marble forms.
Why it matchesIndoor entertainment centre featuring ten-pin bowling, children's soft play, laser tag and arcade games.
Why it matchesExplore a well-preserved late-medieval tower house and riverside grounds with an available family quest activity.
Why it matchesBrigit’s Garden offers a magical experience for all ages.
Why it matchesClimb Connemara specialise in private guided hikes and rock climbing experiences for groups in Connemara, County Galway, Mayo and Clare.
Why it matchesNewvillage is a Coillte forest recreation site in Oughterard forest, open to the public all year.
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