Family things to do near Rosslare, Co. Wexford

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9 best matches · 84 more ideas nearby Listings sourced from Fáilte Ireland and other official event and venue sources

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International Outdoor Adventure Centre - IOAC

Open dates vary · Check official times Tagoat · Wexford 6 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesThe International Outdoor Adventure Centre - IOAC is for everyone, young and old, that seek adventure.

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International Outdoor Activity Centre

Open dates vary · Check official times Wexford 6 min drive Check price
Best for ages 6 and up half a day Mostly outdoor Check opening details

Why it matchesOutdoor adventure centre offering high ropes, archery and team activities.

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Village Playground

Rosslare · Wexford 2 min drive Check price
Suits all ages 1-2 hours Mostly outdoor No booking needed

Why it matchesOutdoor playground in Rosslare offering local children a space to play and burn off energy.

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Leisure Max - Family Entertainment Centre

Open dates vary · Check official times Drinagh · Wexford 11 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesLeisure Max is a family-run business with friendly and fun staff who strive to give you an enjoyable afternoon or evening’s entertainment, suitable for all ages.

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Playzone

Wexford 15 min drive Check price
Suits all ages 2-3 hours Indoor activity Just turn up

Why it matchesPurpose-built indoor adventure playground with multi-storey play equipment, slides, dedicated under-5s area and an on-site cafe.

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St. Helen's Bay Beach

Rosslare Harbour · Wexford 11 min drive Check price
Suitable for families; no specific age range is stated Mostly outdoor Just turn up

Why it matchesIt offers panoramic views of the South Wexford coastline and a peaceful atmosphere.

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The Rocks Trails - Family Trail

Open dates vary · Check official times Wexford Town · Wexford 16 min drive Check price
Suitable for families; no specific age range is stated under an hour Mostly outdoor Check opening details

Why it matchesThe Rocks Trails - Family Trail is a 0.7 km loop walking trail graded Easy.

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The Surf Shack Ireland

Open dates vary · Check official times Curracloe · Wexford 27 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesThe Surf Shack Ireland is a surf shop and surf school.

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Ballycross Apple Farm Halloween

Thu 1 Oct 2026 – Sat 31 Oct 2026 · Check official times Bridgetown · Wexford 18 min drive Check price
No specific child age guidance is stated Mostly outdoor Check booking availability

Why it matchesHalloween on a Wexford apple farm at Bridgetown.

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Sigginstown Castle

Open dates vary · Check official times Tomhaggard · Wexford 14 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesSigginstown Castle was bought as a ruin in 2016 and is now a distinctive historical gem in the sunny southeast of Ireland.

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Rosslare Strand

Wexford 4 min drive Check price
No specific child age guidance is stated Mostly outdoor Just turn up

Why it matchesRosslare Strand is located on the southern edge of Wexford Harbour and is comprised of sand and stone running the length of the southern peninsula.

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Good Food Ireland

Open dates vary · Check official times Drinagh · Wexford 10 min drive Check price
Suitable for families; no specific age range is stated Mostly outdoor Check opening details

Why it matchesthe best of Irish food and cuisine touring across the island of Ireland.

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Wexford Arts Centre

Open dates vary · Check official times Wexford 16 min drive Check price
Suits all ages 1-2 hours Indoor activity Check opening details

Why it matchesExplore art exhibitions, creative workshops, and performances in a historic 18th-century building in Wexford Town.

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Wexford Racecourse

Open dates vary · Check official times Wexford 17 min drive Check price
Suits all ages half a day Mostly outdoor Check opening details

Why it matchesEnjoy a family day out experiencing horse racing meetings with flat, hurdles and national hunt action.

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Emerald Tea Tours

Open dates vary · Check official times Wexford 15 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesPicture yourself settling in with freshly baked scones, delicate sandwiches, and indulgent sweets, made with the finest ingredients Wexford has to offer, all while rolling through some of County Wexford's most.

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