Explore Kerry
1. Aquadome Tralee
Located on the Wild Atlantic Way this popular waterpark is one of the best family attractions in Kerry. It offers a great day of fun for all with the high flume slide, lazy river, river rapids, wave pool and aqua golf. The Grand Hotel Tralee offers great rates on its family rooms and is just a short drive from the Aquadome.
2. Muckross House Killarney
A trip to this 19th Century Victorian house with its beautiful gardens is a great day out for families. Take a full day trip to Killarney National park and visit the house, farm, lakes and woodlands. Stay the International Hotel Killarney with its great family rooms.
3. Torc Waterfall
This waterfall is also in Killarney National Park. Why not take a traditional jaunting car on route around the park to see both Muckross House and Torc Waterfall. Cycling is also a very popular way to explore the park and enjoyable for all the family. There are bike hire operators working in and around Killarney town. The Great Southern Killarney is another great family hotel in the heart of Killarney, great for visiting local attractions.
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Explore Cork
1. Fota Wildlife Park
This is a great place to witness your favourite animal species at work. Visit the four Asian lion cubs named by the public as Ri, Riann, Rani and Ravi. There are chances to see the Cheetah run and animal feeding at specific times of the day. The Carrigaline Court Hotel & Leisure Centre is just a short distance from Fota and a great base for exploring the county of Cork. With great deals on family rooms why stay anywhere else.
2. Cork City Gaol
Take a self-guided or guided tour around the gaol this July and August. See the cell where famed rebel Countess Markievicz was held. The cells are furnished with wax figures and graffiti to bring you back in 1900’s gaol life. Stay at the Maldron Hotel South Mall or the Clayton Hotel Silver Springs with their family rooms for a fantastic getaway in Cork city.
3. West Cork Model Railway Village
Enjoy a fun family day out in Clonakilty at the Model Railway Village. The Railway Village is a full scaled to size, handmade model of the Old West Cork Railway Line with running trains and towns it served. Stay at the West Cork Celtic Ross Hotel with its beautiful beaches and nearby pitch and putt course for a great family getaway.
4. Blarney Castle
Visit Blarney Castle and kiss the Blarney Stone to receive the gift of eloquence, meaning you will never again be lost for words! This beautiful castle and gardens are a great day out for all the family. Stay at the Charleville Park Hotel & Leisure Club with its family friendly rooms.
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Explore Tipperary
1. The Glen of Aherlow
Visit this beautiful valley between Slievenamuck and the Galtee Mountains in West Tipp. There are opportunities for walking, rambling, horseriding, cycling and fishing- a great activity day for all the family. Stay at the Hotel Minella & Leisure Club with its great family rooms.
2. Rock of Cashel
This is one of Ireland’s most spectacular tourist attractions. The medieval ruins are built on a limestone hill. Stay at The Anner Hotel. This family-friendly hotel outside of Thurles is perfect for a break in the South. Explore all that Tipperary has to offer, from beautiful scenery to ancient architecture.
3. Mitchelstown Cave
Although the name is deceiving Mitchelstown Cave is in fact in situated in Tipperary. Explore the vast underground chambers, passages and caverns with their drip formations, stalactities and stalagmites- a great day out for all the family and the geography enthusiast in you. Stay at the Clonmel Park Hotel and discover these majestic caves for fun day out.
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