Dublin – Dublinia
Family events will take place every weekend throughout the year where vistors to Dublinia will meet a character from the Viking and medieval periods
Castles And Museums
Castles and Museums
Ireland is home to many family-friendly castles and museums, offering a mix of history, adventure, and interactive exhibits.
One of the best castles to visit is Bunratty Castle & Folk Park in County Clare. This well-preserved medieval castle features a recreated 19th-century village, farm animals, and engaging activities for kids. Blarney Castle in County Cork is another popular destination where families can explore lush gardens and kiss the famous Blarney Stone. Dublin Castle offers an easy-to-navigate historical site in the capital, while Cahir Castle in Tipperary is a fairytale-like fortress with towers and hidden passageways that children love.
For museums, EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum in Dublin is highly interactive and uses modern technology to tell the story of Irish emigrants. Nearby, Dublinia brings Viking and medieval Dublin to life with hands-on exhibits. The National Museum of Ireland – Natural History, known as the “Dead Zoo,” is a favorite for kids fascinated by wildlife. In Belfast, Titanic Belfast offers an immersive experience about the famous ship.
These sites provide an exciting blend of education and fun, making them ideal for family outings in Ireland.
Dublin – Malahide Castle and Gardens
A visit to Malahide Castle and Gardensis so much more than just a tour, it is an engaging and truly memorable experience and is guaranteed to be the highlight of your visit to Dublin.
Carlow – Military Museum
One of the museums main displays features the uniforms of the Irish Defence Forces.
Clare – Glor The Irish Music Centre
Since glór opened in November 2001 hundreds of thousands of people have crossed our threshold as customers, performers, artists, tourists, conference delegates and community members.
Clare – Holy Island Tours
Holy Island on Lough Derg and the river Shannon is one of the most famous monastic sites in Ireland.
Clare – County Museum
Clare County Museum holds a treasure trove of local archaelogical material and also incorporates the De Valera Museum.
Clare – Killaloe And Ballina Heritage Town
The majestically-arched bridge, which joins these disparate twins, allows the River Shannon to pass gently seawards from the beautiful sylvan surrounding of Lower Lough Derg.
Clare – Scattery Island Centre
Located approximately one mile off Kilrush, Scattery Island is home to a monastic settlement founded in the early 6th century by St. Senan who was born locally.
Clare – Bunratty Castle And Folk Park
At Ireland’s premier visitor attraction you can explore two wonderful experiences – the acclaimed 15th century Bunratty Castle and 19th century Bunratty Folk Park.
Clare – Kilrush Heritage Town
Kilrush (Cill Ruis) is the primary business town for the west Clare peninsula. Its designation as a Heritage Town is in recognition of its legacy as a landlord estate town with a maritime tradition.
Clare – East Heritage Centre
Built in c 930 A.D., this church is the oldest in Ireland, England, Scotland and Wales that is still in use.
Clare – Blarney Castle
Blarney Castle was built nearly six hundred years ago by one of Ireland’s greatest chieftains, Cormac MacCarthy, and has been attracting attention beyond Munster ever since.
Clare – The Burren Centre
The story of the Burren is now excitingly captured and impressively presented in “A Walk Through Time” multi-dimensional exhibition.
Cork – Blackrock Castle Observatory
Take your family on an adventure around the Blackrock Castle to see the Space Age Technology in the Observatory, Open to the public seven days a week. Have an Out of this World Birthday at the Castle
Cork – Cape Clear Museum
Cape Clear Museum is housed in a restored old schoolhouse and contains some several hundred artefacts of island maritime and folklife interest.
Cork – Barryscourt Castle
Barryscourt castle is the 16th century seat of the Barry family. The present castle, with its largely intact bawn wall and corner towers, is a fine example of an Irish tower house.
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Pillo Hotel
The 4 star Pillo Hotel in Ashbourne Co. Meath, provides comfortable yet luxurious family accommodation at great rates
Carlton Hotel Blanchardstown
Carlton Hotel Blanchardstown, is one of the leading family friendly hotels in Dublin and offers the ultimate ideal destination for a family break
