Family Holidays in Galway

Family Holidays in Galway

There’s only one thing kids want to have on holidays – and that’s FUN! Galway has plenty of that for kids of all ages and their families.

Most cafés and restaurants welcome children, and pubs are a favourite dining spot for families (although there are evening restrictions in licensed premises for under-15s). Highchairs are generally available on request.

Day visitor attractions such as pet farms and activity centres are abundant throughout the region, and museums and heritage centres have activities specially designed to appeal to children.

You could also time your family’s visit to coincide with one of the festivals in Ireland’s West. Two festivals are just for kids – they are Baboró International Arts Festival for Children in Galway City and the Roola Boola Children’s Arts Festival in Castlebar, both in October. They’re packed with fun, drama and entertainment, all for children. Arts festivals throughout the region are also great fun for families, and most feature a children’s programme to appeal to all ages.

Of course, there are also child-friendly activities available in Galway such as pony trekking, sandcastles, swimming, sailing, adventure centres, boat rides, canoeing, learning music, bus tours and much more.

Or, for a different day out, why not pack a picnic and visit one of the many playgrounds in the region – there’s probably one near where you’re staying. Click here to see a list of the top playgrounds in Galway City.

And if the weather doesn’t match your plans, see here for lots of things to do in Galway on rainy days too.

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