Things to Do in Dublin
46 attractions and days out
Children's Farms
Airfield Farm
Meet friendly farm animals and enjoy hands-on countryside experiences at this accessible family attraction on Overend Avenue, complete with onsite parking and facilities including baby changing areas.
Tourist Attractions
Aviva Stadium
Ireland's premier sports venue on Lansdowne Road welcomes families to explore behind the scenes of legendary football and rugby moments, with accessible facilities and onsite parking available.
Museums and Art Galleries
Butlers Chocolate Experience
Discover the sweet secrets of chocolate-making at this interactive experience featuring a factory tour, tastings and an onsite restaurant serving delicious treats for all ages.
Tours and River Cruises
City Sightseeing Dublin Hop On Hop Off Tour
Explore Ireland's capital at your own pace aboard an open-top bus, with flexible boarding at multiple stops throughout Dublin's most iconic landmarks and attractions.
Sports Stadiums
Croke Park Stadium and GAA Museum
Discover the fascinating story of Ireland's unique Gaelic sports through engaging exhibits spanning centuries of athletic tradition at this iconic Dublin stadium. Tour the grounds where legends played while learning about hurling and football's evolution.
Castles and Palaces
Dalkey Castle and Heritage Centre
Step back in time at this medieval tower house where costumed guides bring castle life to vivid reality, with an onsite restaurant for refreshments after exploring the historic stone chambers.
Castles and Palaces
Drimnagh Castle
Step into medieval history at this authentic castle featuring period architecture and atmospheric grounds, complete with an onsite restaurant for refreshments during your visit.
Tours and River Cruises
Dublin Bus Tour
Explore Ireland's capital city from an open-top double-decker with snacks on board and the freedom to pack your own picnic for this sightseeing adventure departing from O'Connell Street.
Castles and Palaces
Dublin Castle
Explore the historic state apartments and medieval towers of this magnificent government complex in the heart of Dublin, featuring grand ceremonial rooms and centuries of Irish history within its ancient walls.
Zoos and Wildlife Parks
Dublin Zoo
Home to incredible wildlife in Phoenix Park, this beloved zoo offers accessible pathways for wheelchairs, family-friendly facilities including baby changing areas, and engaging animal encounters for visitors of all ages.
Museums and Art Galleries
Dublinia
Step back through Ireland's medieval past at this interactive heritage centre where families can explore Viking and medieval Dublin through hands-on exhibits, reconstructed streetscapes and archaeological treasures.
Activity Centres
Experience Gaelic Games
Try your hand at traditional Irish sports at this interactive venue where families can learn hurling, Gaelic football and handball skills together, with accessible facilities and onsite parking available.
Indoor and Soft Play Areas
Fun Fitness
Let your children burn off energy at this Sandyford soft play venue featuring an onsite restaurant for refuelling after active adventures.
Pottery Centres and Ceramic Cafes
Giddy Studios
Let your family's creativity shine at this hands-on pottery studio where everyone can paint ceramics while enjoying a relaxed café atmosphere with onsite dining and convenient car park access.
Tourist Attractions
Guinness Storehouse
Journey through Ireland's most famous brewery at this seven-storey museum showcasing brewing heritage through hands-on displays, finishing with panoramic city views from the rooftop bar.
Museums and Art Galleries
Irish Museum Of Modern Art
Ireland's premier contemporary art venue showcases international and Irish works in the stunning 17th-century Royal Hospital building, with accessible facilities and onsite parking in Kilmainham.
Tourist Attractions
Jeanie Johnston
Step aboard this historic famine ship replica moored at Dublin's docklands to discover the harrowing tales of 19th-century Irish emigrants who braved the Atlantic crossing to reach America.
Trampoline Parks
Jump Zone Sandyford
This trampoline park in Sandyford Industrial Estate offers bouncing fun for active families, though facilities are limited with no toilets on-site and no wheelchair access available.
Trampoline Parks
Jump Zone Santry
Bounce into action at this indoor trampoline park on Santry's industrial estate, featuring an onsite restaurant but limited accessibility and no baby facilities.
Go Karting and Driving
Kylemore Karting
Race around an exciting indoor karting track at this adrenaline-fuelled venue, complete with an onsite restaurant for refuelling after your high-speed laps.
Ten Pin Bowling Alleys
Leisureplex Coolock
Strike up family fun at this Coolock bowling venue on Malahide Road, offering classic ten-pin action for all ages to enjoy together.
Railway and Transport Attractions
Liffy River Cruises
Discover Dublin's fascinating heritage from the water during a family-friendly 45-minute cruise along the historic Liffey, with comfortable all-weather boats and wheelchair access from Bachelors Walk.
Stately Homes and Gardens
National Botanic Gardens
Explore beautifully landscaped grounds and glasshouses at this wheelchair-accessible botanical haven in Glasnevin, featuring onsite parking and facilities, though picnics aren't permitted.
Museums and Art Galleries
National Gallery Of Ireland
Discover centuries of artistic masterpieces at this elegant gallery on Merrion Square West, offering wheelchair access, family facilities and an onsite restaurant for a comfortable cultural day out.
Museums and Art Galleries
National Leprechaun Museum
Step into Ireland's enchanting world of folklore at this imaginative museum on Jervis Street, where mystical tales and legends come alive through interactive storytelling experiences.
Museums and Art Galleries
National Print Museum
Discover the fascinating story of printing and its impact on Irish society at this hands-on museum in historic barracks, complete with working presses and family-friendly facilities including a restaurant.
Museums and Art Galleries
National Transport Museum
Explore Ireland's fascinating transport heritage through vintage vehicles and historic exhibits at this specialist museum, complete with an onsite restaurant for refreshments during your visit.
Tours and River Cruises
Pat Liddys Walking Tours
Explore Dublin's rich history and hidden stories on foot with expert-led walking tours departing from Upper O'Connell Street, offering an intimate way to discover the city's heritage.
Museums and Art Galleries
Pearse Museum and St Endas Park
Explore fascinating exhibits within a historic house surrounded by scenic parkland perfect for picnics, though families should note limited accessibility and no baby facilities are available.
Crazy Golf
Rainforest Adventure Golf
Navigate jungle-themed obstacles and tropical scenery at this indoor crazy golf course in Dundrum Town Centre, offering wheelchair-accessible fun with convenient onsite parking.
Castles and Palaces
Rathfarnham Castle and Toy Collection
Step back in time at this historic fortress featuring fascinating period rooms alongside a delightful collection of vintage toys that will enchant visitors of all ages.
Museums and Art Galleries
Science Gallery Dublin
Located at Trinity College, this interactive gallery blends science with art through engaging exhibitions that spark curiosity. Wheelchair accessible with onsite dining, though not ideal for babies.
Tours and River Cruises
Sea Safari
Experience thrilling maritime adventures from Poolbeg Marina on guided boat excursions exploring Dublin's coastal waters and harbour wildlife.
Water Sports
Surfdock Watersports
Experience thrilling aquatic adventures at this Grand Canal Dock watersports centre, complete with onsite parking and dining. Perfect for active families seeking paddle sports excitement on the water.
Zoos and Wildlife Parks
Talnotry Avian Care Trust
A specialist bird care facility on Crumlin Road dedicated to avian welfare and conservation. Note that visitor amenities are limited, with no toilets or wheelchair access available.
Museums and Art Galleries
The Chester Beatty Library
Discover world-class treasures at this Dublin Castle museum, where families can explore fascinating artefacts from across the globe, with wheelchair access, a café and facilities onsite.
Museums and Art Galleries
The Little Museum of Dublin
Discover Dublin's fascinating social history at this charming Georgian townhouse museum on St Stephen's Green, featuring quirky artefacts and stories that bring the city's past to life.
Museums and Art Galleries
The National Museum of Ireland
Discover Ireland's fascinating heritage through remarkable archaeological treasures and cultural exhibitions at this accessible Kildare Street museum. Family facilities include an onsite restaurant, baby changing areas and wheelchair access throughout.
Museums and Art Galleries
The National Wax Museum Plus
Journey through Irish history and pop culture at this interactive wax museum in Temple Bar, featuring lifelike figures, themed exhibits and hands-on experiences for all ages.
Parks and Playgrounds
The Phoenix Park
One of Europe's largest enclosed parks offers vast green spaces perfect for family picnics and play, with toilets and snacks available though accessibility is limited.
Museums and Art Galleries
The Revenue Museum
Delve into engaging exhibits spread across multiple structures at this fascinating Dublin Castle attraction that brings tax and customs history to life through vibrant, entertaining displays.
Ice Skating and Rollerskating
The Rink At D12
Experience the thrill of skating at this Long Mile Road venue, though families should note limited facilities with no toilets or baby changing areas available on-site.
Tours and River Cruises
Viking Splash Tours
Embark on an amphibious adventure through Dublin's streets before splashing into the water, combining sightseeing with thrilling Viking-themed fun that transforms a city tour into an unforgettable experience for families.
Cinemas and Theatres
Vue Dublin
Catch the latest blockbusters with your family at this 14-screen cinema in Liffey Valley Shopping Centre, complete with parking, snacks and wheelchair access for a comfortable movie experience.
Tours and River Cruises
Wild Wicklow Tour
Explore Ireland's stunning Garden County on this guided coach journey through scenic Wicklow landscapes, departing from Sandycove with no onboard facilities but memorable mountain views.
Activity Centres
Zipit Forest Adventures Dublin
Scale the treetops at this thrilling forest adventure park in Tibradden, featuring aerial zip lines and obstacle courses for active families, with parking and picnic facilities onsite.
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