Dublin viewed 5,586
Ardgillan Castle is a large castellated country house and gardens on Dublin's east coast. Featured by dayout.ie on the Ireland AM programme as part of Ireland's Top 10 free days out, Ardgillan Castle is located north of Dublin just outside the town of...
Antrim viewed 1,589
In 2009, Colin Glen Forest Park celebrates its 20th anniversary of dedicated conservation by the Colin Glen Trust, the managing body of the park. The park exemplifies a successful regeneration programme, transforming over the years from a mis-used river...
Waterford viewed 1,619
“The Copper Coast” is the name given to the coastline between Tramore and Dungarvan, in Co Waterford. It’s that bit that no-one imagines exists! And it is one of the most striking and accessible bits of seaside in the country. It hangs on 6 villages on...
Dublin viewed 2,476
Dublin Zoo is one of Ireland's main family visitor attractions and is home to an exciting diversity of animals in a stunning parkland setting. Situated close to the city centre, Dublin Zoo is easily accessible by car or public transport. Visitors can explore...
Mayo viewed 3,616
Westport House built in 1730 on the site of one of Grace O’Malley’s 16th century Castles, is now considerered to be one of Ireland’s most important National Treasures. Westport House is the result of some of the finest architects in the world, including...
Wicklow viewed 1,814
The primary purpose of Wicklow Mountains National Park is the conservation of local biodiversity and landscape. The Park is also an invaluable recreational space for locals and visitors alike. Over one million visits are estimated to be made each year....
Wicklow viewed 573
Abhainn Ri self catering cottages offer you a holiday in Co Wicklow overlooking the Kings river near Blessington lakes.. Located in the garden of Ireland, Abhainn Ri is an ideal way to discover Ireland at your own pace and explore things to do in Wicklow....
Cork viewed 290
An Stór is a family-run hostel offering accommodation in Cork. Located in Middleton town a short distance from shopping and restaurants and also within easy reach of Cork attractions like Youghal and Garryvoe beaches, Fota Wildlife, Fota House and...
Tyrone viewed 2,288
Annaginny Park Farm and Fishery is a family run park in Tyrone offering a great day out for the whole family. Activities include a pet farm with a range of both farm and exotic animals such as Alpacas, Wallabies and Llamas. Lake fishing and rainbow trout...
Wicklow viewed 2,603
Avondale House and Forest Park in Wicklow is a museum to the great Irish political leader Charles Stewart Parnell who was born and lived at Avondale House from 1846-1891.. The house is open to the public with admission charge between April to October and...
Offaly viewed 1,290
Ballindoolin House & Gardens in Edenderry is an award winning historic Irish country house with a beautiful Victorian walled garden..It's a must on anyones list of things to do in Offally. A wonderful array of garden plants, shrubs and trees provide...
Galway viewed 781
Brigit's Garden Galway is a themed outdoor garden celebrating Celtic heritage and mythology..Set within 11 acres of native woodland & wildflower meadows the gardens offer an great day out for families and kids in Galway. Lots of activities including...
Dublin viewed 1,959
Cabinteely House, Dublin is a 45 hectare park. The buildings are being renovated and converted for museum and educational purposes. Its Adventure Playground is one of the best in Dublin with sections specifically designed for different age groups such...
Fermanagh viewed 1,410
Castle Archdale Country Park is situated about 10 miles north west of Enniskillen and extends to cover 230 acres along the shores of Lower Lough Erne. Boats are available for hire for those wishing to explore the nearby islands, some of which are National...
Fermanagh viewed 606
One of Irelands finest neo-classical houses. If you are looking for stately grandeur then you are in for a rare treat. Surrounded by its stunning landscape park on the edge of Enniskillen, this majestic 18th century home of the Earls of Belmore, designed...
Down viewed 912
Superb Georgian house with both Classical and Gothic facades and interiors set in a 750 acre estate with breathtaking views. Boasting a stunning location overlooking Strangford Lough, nestled amid woodlands, gardens and the beauty of the lakeshore. The...
Kildare viewed 687
Castletown is Ireland's largest and earliest Palladian style house. Built between 1722 and 1729 for William Conolly, Speaker of the Irish House of Commons and the wealthiest commoner in Ireland. The façade was almost certainly designed by the Italian...
Galway viewed 895
Covering some 2957 hectares of secenic mountains, expanses of bogs, heaths, grasslands and woodlands, Connemara National Park is a sight to be hold. Establlished and opend to the public in 1980. Some of the Park's mountains namely Bencullagh, Benbrack...
Galway viewed 991
A Nature Reserve of approx. 405 hectares.The seven woods celebrated by W.B. Yeats are part of the 6 kilometres of nature trails taking in woods, river, turlough, bare limestone and Coole lake. There are two trails to follow. 'The Family Trail' is an easy...
Cork viewed 644
Cork Public Museum is housed in a two storey Georgian house commanding a central position in Fitzgerald Park, Cork. Originally built in 1845 by the Beamish family, the building, then known as “The Shrubberies” was their family home for decades. The property...
Down viewed 788
Crawfordsburn Country Park is situated on the southern shores of Belfast Lough. It is full of variety, featuring 3.5.km of coastline, often rugged and rocky, the two best beaches in the Belfast area, a deep wooded glen with an impressive waterfall at its...
Derry viewed 1,071
Creggan Country Park is a community business offering watersports, outdoor pursuits and angling activities to day visitors. Located just 5 minutes drive from Derry's bustling city centre, this spectaculr 100 acre site is open all year round, seven days...
Down viewed 592
On stunning beautiful Strangford Lough, amidst rolling countryside, Delamont offers you the chance to get away from it all in tranquil, rural surroundings. The parks relaxing atmosphere makes it a place to dream and settle into the slow rhythm of the countryside....
Longford viewed 873
Derrycassin Wood was once part of a larger estate run by the Dopping Hepenstall family who built Derrycasssin House I 1970. Little trace of the house exists today apart from some steps the remains oid the cellar and some red brick rubble. Some feature...
Kerry viewed 1,019
Dingle Oceanworld Aquarium offers a unique underwater experience. We provide guided tours for groups and schools who visit us here at Oceanworld. Our tours can be in English or Irish. The tour lasts approximately 45 minutes to an hour. Our Amazing Amazon...
Clare viewed 1,816
We offer daily dolphin watch tours from Kilrush Creek marina on board our sightseeing ferry mv 'Dolphin Discovery' to observe these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat. A trip not to be missed! Over 100 dolphins have been identified using the...
Clare viewed 889
Our boat trip brings you to the Mouth of the River Shannon, Ireland's longest river, to watch wild bottlenose dolphins. Your skipper Geoff Magee, has 30 year experience both commercial fishing and dolphin watching, and he provides a lively and fascinating...
Cork viewed 526
The fine entrance gates at the porticoed gated lodge on the Turnpike Road, north of Doneraile town, Co. Cork, mark the formal entrance to a great landscaped estate - 160 hectares of parklands with mature groves of deciduous trees and a number of deer herds. The...
Carlow viewed 776
On Monday September 5th 2005 Carlow County Council took possession of Ducketts Grove, the Georgian home of the Duckett Family, along with its walled gardens and lawns (10.773 acres) for use as a public park. The towers and turrets of Ducketts Grove...
Tyrone viewed 570
A seventy-acre oasis centred round an idyllic Stillwater lake. The magnificent scenery invites the spending of your leisure time, whether you are a resident of South Tyrone, or a visitor from anywhere in the world. Dungannon Park is open all year round...
Laois viewed 1,102
Emo Court house and parklands are open to visitors who wish to see an example of the traditional large country house in Ireland built in the neoclassical style. The parklands are extensive and are open for everyone to enjoy all year round. The main drive...
Derry viewed 707
Exteding for over 1km on the northern side of the flanks and floor of the Burntollet Glen, Ervey Wood Country Park is a beautifully scenic amenity filled making it the perfect setting for walks during all seasons. The park includes two woodlands (Ervey...
Dublin viewed 676
Farmleigh, an estate of 78 acres situated to the north-west of Dublin's Phoenix Park, was purchased from the Guinness family by the Irish Government in 1999 for €29.2m. The house has been carefully refurbished by the Office of Public Works as the premier...
Fermanagh viewed 691
Considered one the the best-kept 18th Century Houses in Ulster surrounded by breathtaking views and parklands. The house, formerly the home of the Cole family, Earls of Enniskillen was badly damaged by fire in 1955 and much of what you see today is the...
Tipperary viewed 1,085
Technical farm, general interest, woodland, nature walk, picnic area, open to public. Nursery stock can be purchased throughout the year. Matt and Mary Fogarty welcome you to their tree farm and nursery which is situated in the scenic area of Ballinderry,...
Cork viewed 1,328
FOTA Wildlife Park is not like an ordinary zoo. Wherever possible we have chosen animals that thrive in a free-range environment, which allows them to roam free, while mixed with other species and with us human visitors! These species are also able to...
Mayo viewed 384
Furnace B&B sits on the foothills of the Partry Mountains and on the banks of the River Cloon. Lough Mask is a casual two kilometers downstream. The purpose built house is surrounded by 72 acres of ecological rich lands which includes fertile bogs,...
Westmeath viewed 3,967
Glendeer Pet Farm Award Winning 6 acre open farm with over 50 species of animals, coffee shop, indoor and outdoor play and picnic areas...Mams and Dads - enjoy a free tea/coffee and a scone for every paying adult exclusive to dayout users - print this...
Armagh viewed 890
Gosford Forest Park comprises some 240 hectares of diverse woodland and open parkland set in gentle rolling drumlin countryside. It was designated the first conservation forest in Northern Ireland in 1986. There are four different way-marked trails through...
Meath viewed 1,586
Grove Gardens consists of four acres of gardens outside Kells, County Meath and features the clematis walk containing over 300 species of small and large flowered hybrids and herbaceous climatic. The rose garden has over 400 plants of French, English and...
Cork viewed 1,044
This garden of rare natural beauty has to be seen to be believed.
Wexford viewed 827
The Park depicts man's settlement in Ireland from 7000 BC to the arrival of the Normans in the 12th Century. Stroll through the park with its homesteads, places of ritual, burial modes and long forgotten remains. Attractions include exhibitions, nature...
Dublin viewed 190
The Iveagh Gardens are among the finest and least known of Dublin's parks and gardens. They were designed by Ninian Niven, in 1865, as an intermediate design between the 'French Formal' and the 'English Landscape' styles. They demonstrated the artistic...
Wexford viewed 718
A plant collection of international standing dedicated to the memory of John F Kennedy.
Wicklow viewed 1,252
Team Building & Outdoor Adventures: Established in 1999, Kippure Estate is one of Ireland’s most experienced providers of corporate team building and outdoor adventures including exciting high and low ropes course activities, climbing and abseiling,...
Kildare viewed 1,896
At Larchill Arcadian Garden there are numerous Family Activities and Entertainment Events suitable for adults and children. Our on site attractions and Special Family Events calendar ensure a Family Day Out at Larchill is packed with interesting and...
Dublin viewed 313
The construction of the Georgian houses at Merrion Square began in 1762 and continued for 30 years. The earliest plan of the park shows a double line of trees around the perimeter which was later enclosed by railings in the early years of the 19th century....
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In the run up the the Millennium, over 607 hectares, (fifteen hundred acres) of native Irish woodland were restored and designated as 16 'Millennium Forests'. Over 1,200,000 native Irish saplings were planted in the Millennium Forests and and are dedicated...
Wicklow viewed 842
This lovely 'Robinsonian' style garden is laid out along the banks of the River Vartry. There are approximately 5000 different species of plants, shrubs and trees originating from many parts of the world. The extensive collection of rhododendrons, azaleas,...
Dublin viewed 5,771
Newbridge House is a very fine example of a true Georgian mansion within Newbridge Demesne Regional Park. Attractions include pet farm, children's playground, woodland walks and large green open areas.
Carlow viewed 533
There are few locations which could rival the beauty and tranquillity of Oak Park Forest Park. Ideal for leisurely strolls and walks, a visit here is a relaxing and pleasurable experience and a must for any visitor to Co. Carlow. Colour coded circular...
Kerry viewed 949
Fun, eco-nature and seal watching cruise.Seafari's 2hour 10 mile long cruise takes you on a magical tour around the many Islands of the sheltered Kenmare bay. The humerous Captain Ray and his superb guides give an excellent commentary on a wide variety...
Meath viewed 938
Aiming to promote ecological awareness and sustainable living, Sonairte is Ireland's premier environmental visitor centre. See ecology in action in the 2 acre organic garden, vegetarian coffee shop, nature trail, energy exhibitions and ecologically reconstructed...
Derry viewed 766
Springhill House is described as one of the prettiest houses in Ulster. Surely a finer complement cannot be paid to this elegant building.Essentially a family home, this building is filled with beautiful paintings, furniture and various decorative arts...
Dublin viewed 747
The brothers Arthur and Benjamin Lee Guinness built up an estate of nearly 123.75 hectares from 1835 onwards in the Clontarf/Raheny area and called the estate St. Anne's after the Holy Well of the same name on the lands. Sir Arthur Edward Guinness (Lord...
Louth viewed 1,265
Stephenstown Pond has gone through a transformation over the past ten years and has become and important nature habitat in the area. The conference and enterprise centre has also become a central part of the community.The Stephenstown Pond Trust has ensured...
Roscommon viewed 669
Strokestown Park was built by Thomas Mahon MP (1701-1782) on lands which had been granted to his grandfather, Nicholas, in the latter half of the 17th century for his support in the British colonial campaign. It was the family home of the Mahon family...
Leitrim viewed 5,445
Swan Island Lakeside Centre is a must for anyone seeking things to do in Leitrim..Lakeside activities include kayaking, wake boarding, power boating as well as horse riding and pony trekking and lots more. Nestled on the southern shore of Garadice Lake,...
Waterford viewed 924
Approved by the Irish Surfing Association & European Surfing Federation, we offer many surfing programs for all levels of experience. Visit our wildlife exhibition or relax in the café . We cater for corporate outings, social clubs, schools, youth...
Galway viewed 1,348
For tour indeas and things to do in Galway, join skipper Joe Brady abaord the Tarrea Queen for Sea Angling, Ecotours, Scuba diving and Sea Surveys. Explore the natural beauty and hidden treasures of Galway’s coastline by partaking in an Eco-Tour on board...
Kildare viewed 1,865
FANTASTIC OFFER EXCLUSIVE TO DAYOUT USERS - 2 for the price of 1 - Print this page and bring with you at time of paying. REF CODE: INS@DAYOUT.IE The Irish National Stud is the only Stud Farm in Ireland open to the general public and operating as a Tourist...
Westmeath viewed 1,282
The gardens, like the castle are on a magnificent scale, taking in nearly 12 hectares. Terraced lawns around the castle overlook superb 18th century parkland. Tullynally has been the seat of the Pakenhams, later Earls of Longford, for over 300 years. Set...
Monaghan viewed 805
On display at Monaghan Wildlife and Exhibition Centre we have mounted displays of 200 species of Irish fauna in five specially designed habitat sets; River/Lake/Coastal, Bog & Moorland, Woodland, Farmland and Garden. This is one of the largest privately...
Antrim viewed 1,004
We offer the amazing opportunity to meet, up close our Birds of Prey from all over the world including falcons, hawks and vultures. We offer guided tours and talks on the conservation work with, which we are involved in around the world. You can even witness...
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