Family Fun
in Dublin
Dublin city offers many great family activities and we feature the best of them. Whether you're a family with young adults, kids or toddlers there are options to provide entertaining experiences for all.
Below are our top tips for both indoor and outdoor family attractions in Dublin city and around the Dublin region.
Days Out Card - Combo Deal
The Days Out Card is without a doubt the best value "Culture Card" available for visitors to Dublin. Take in 6 of the best cultural attractions, all of which are ideal for kids and save 25% on each of them!
EPIC
The Irish Emigration Museum is perfect for all ages. This informative and popular museum is full of interactive displays and exhibitions as you learn about when the Irish Emigrated during the time of the famine.
Dublinia Museum
Dublinia is a heritage and cultural center located in Dublin City Centre and offers visitors a unique and interactive experience, focusing on the history of the city during the Viking and medieval periods.
Malahide Castle & Gardens
One of Dublin's favourite outdoor family attractions! Explore the gardens and Butterfly House and then take a self-guided experience through the Walled Botanical Gardens and Fairy Trail. Book your family day out today!
Dublin Zoo
Visit the world famous Dublin Zoo, located in the heart of the Phoenix Park (a stop on the Hop-on hop-off tour) this attraction is a must see for families groups with kids. You can spend an entire day touring Dublin Zoo and there's plenty of places to eat and relax during your visit.
Casino Model Railway
All aboard!! Experience Ireland's one and only Model Railway Museum and delve into the history of Irish Railways as you discover the 100's of beautifully crafted replica trams and trains. Located just outside Dublin at Malahide.
Newbridge Farm
Discover the 370 acres of luscious parkland at Newbridge House & Farm. A hidden gem located in Dublin. Explore the working farm with plenty of friendly animals, a state-of-the-art playground and a café full of delicious treats.
Airfield Estate
Great attraction located in Dublin as the city's only 38 acre working farm which is open to the public. There you can discover the display garage of Rolls Royce and vintage cars as well as 3 acres of food gardens, woodland walks, nature play area and more.
Little Museum of Dublin
The LIttle Museum of Dublin is one of the most charming museums you'll ever visit. It's packed full of fascinating material, all donated by the people of Dublin and there's lots of kids exhibits too so it's a perfect venue for a family visit!
Kids Ghostbus Tour
The Kids Ghostbus Tour is the perfect activity for all the family. Hop on the spooky Ghostbus and enjoy a tour with a professional actor and includes interactive games and activities which will keep the kids entertained throughout.
Hop-on Hop-off Tour
Hear all about the charming Dublin City with live commentary by our brilliant tour drivers who will inform you and your kids on everything there is to know Dublin City and Hop-on or Hop-off wherever you like. Some drivers may even sing a song!
DoDublin provides a variety of options for the perfect family day out. Dublin is full of great activities and attractions for all ages. Venture to Malahide and visit the Castle & Gardens or the Casino Model Railway Museum. In the city join the Ghostbus Kids Tour where you hear all about Dublin's Dark past with plenty of interactive activities and games for the kids. The DoDublin Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour is a great way to see the city and hear everything there is to learn about all the various attractions such as Christ Church Cathedral, Dublinia, Guinness Storehouse, St Patrick's Cathedral, Little Museum of Dublin and much more.