The best family-friendly activities in Western Ireland for parents and kids (Updated October 2026)

Western Ireland, Ireland
Story Galway 90 Minute Walking Tour

Growing up in Galway has given me an intimate knowledge of the rich and vibrant history of the jewel of the west, Galway. Much like …More

Growing up in Galway has given me an intimate knowledge of the rich and vibrant history of the jewel of the west, Galway. Much like...

90 to 100 minutes Free Cancellation
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$34
Explore Galway City Walking Tour

Join your local certified tour guide on leisurely stroll around this vibrant city. As you walk, hear stories about Galway culture, history, arts, and language. …More

Join your local certified tour guide on leisurely stroll around this vibrant city. As you walk, hear stories about Galway culture, history, arts, and language....

1 hour 40 minutes Free Cancellation
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$34
Westport’s Ultimate Food Lovers Tour

We don't just eat food. We meet the makers behind some of Irelands finest produce and savor the experience of real west of Ireland food. …More

We don't just eat food. We meet the makers behind some of Irelands finest produce and savor the experience of real west of Ireland food....

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$103
Horse riding - Dirt Trek Trail. Lisdoonvarna, Clare. Guided. 1 hour.

Experience the beautiful County Clare countryside from horseback with this family owned stables. Beautiful views of Slieve Eva, the magnificent Connemara mountain ranges, the iconic …More

Experience the beautiful County Clare countryside from horseback with this family owned stables. Beautiful views of Slieve Eva, the magnificent Connemara mountain ranges, the iconic...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$115
Horse riding - Burren Trail. Lisdoonvarna, Co Clare. Guided. 3 hours.

Experience the beautiful County Clare countryside from horseback with this family owned stables. Beautiful views of Slieve Eva, the magnificent Connemara mountain ranges, the iconic …More

Experience the beautiful County Clare countryside from horseback with this family owned stables. Beautiful views of Slieve Eva, the magnificent Connemara mountain ranges, the iconic...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$231
Galway: City of the Tribes Walking Tour

Uncover the captivating history of Galway and get to know the City of the Tribes in this engaging 90-minute tour, where tales of local myths, …More

Uncover the captivating history of Galway and get to know the City of the Tribes in this engaging 90-minute tour, where tales of local myths,...

90 to 110 minutes Free Cancellation
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$23
E-Bike to Sandy Beach Mulranny Terrace Restaurant Bus Back

This self Guided tour from westport to Mulranny on the Great Western green way an off road cycling Track ,takes you 30km (18miles) along the …More

This self Guided tour from westport to Mulranny on the Great Western green way an off road cycling Track ,takes you 30km (18miles) along the...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$86
Experience a Surf Lesson in Strandhill, County Sligo - 2.5 hrs

Our approach to surfing is a little different. All our lessons are personalised with lots of feedback and help throughout the session. We know the …More

Our approach to surfing is a little different. All our lessons are personalised with lots of feedback and help throughout the session. We know the...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$69
Galway Top Highlights and Claddagh Village Walking Tour

Discover the medieval heart of Galway and learn about the origins of the city. With our small group tour you will enjoy a solid introduction …More

Discover the medieval heart of Galway and learn about the origins of the city. With our small group tour you will enjoy a solid introduction...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$36
Cycling Inishmore Island. Aran Islands. Self-guided. Full day.

Inishmore is an island with choices for everyone. On this self-guided tour, you can choose your route and discover the secrets of Inishmore at your …More

Inishmore is an island with choices for everyone. On this self-guided tour, you can choose your route and discover the secrets of Inishmore at your...

1 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$35
Cycling on Inisheer Island, Aran Islands. Self Guided. Full Day.

Inis Oirr (Inisheer) is the smallest of the islands is characterized by its distinctive charm. A bike is the perfect way to explore this microcosm …More

Inis Oirr (Inisheer) is the smallest of the islands is characterized by its distinctive charm. A bike is the perfect way to explore this microcosm...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$35
Oyster farm tour & tasting with local expert Clew Bay County Mayo

Experience hands-on oyster farming tour, shucking, and tasting with a local expert on Clew Bay's Atlantic shore. Enjoy authentic, family-friendly fun and discover the journey …More

Experience hands-on oyster farming tour, shucking, and tasting with a local expert on Clew Bay's Atlantic shore. Enjoy authentic, family-friendly fun and discover the journey...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$61
Galway's City Centre: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Galway is a quaint medieval city with a big heart, as you’ll soon discover on this self-guided audio tour. Just download the VoiceMap app, click …More

Galway is a quaint medieval city with a big heart, as you’ll soon discover on this self-guided audio tour. Just download the VoiceMap app, click...

60 to 75 minutes
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$10
Aran Island (Inisheer), Cliffs of Moher & Burren tour from Galway

View the spectacular Cliffs of Moher from below on a sea cruise, then explore the unique Aran Island of Inisheer, before being immersed in the …More

View the spectacular Cliffs of Moher from below on a sea cruise, then explore the unique Aran Island of Inisheer, before being immersed in the...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$221
Inis Meáin (Aran Islands) Day Trip: Return Ferry from Rossaveel, Galway

Considered the most traditional and least developed of the Aran Islands, Inis Meáin (Inishmaan) is the perfect place for a scenic and tranquil trip. The …More

Considered the most traditional and least developed of the Aran Islands, Inis Meáin (Inishmaan) is the perfect place for a scenic and tranquil trip. The...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$46
Claddagh Guided Walking Tour in Galway with Free Claddagh Ring

From John Wayne to JFK and from Julia Roberts to Queen Victoria people have fallen in love wearing a Claddagh ring. Over the years it …More

From John Wayne to JFK and from Julia Roberts to Queen Victoria people have fallen in love wearing a Claddagh ring. Over the years it...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$80
Sligo surfing. Sligo. Guided. 2½ hours

Warning: surfing is addictive and can lead to considerable thrills and spills! Come and experience surfing and bodyboarding on Sligo’s world-famous surf coast on Ireland’s …More

Warning: surfing is addictive and can lead to considerable thrills and spills! Come and experience surfing and bodyboarding on Sligo’s world-famous surf coast on Ireland’s...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$96
Galway City to Cliffs of Moher EXPRESS. Half-Day. Self guided

Take an express bucket list experience from Galway city to visit and see the iconic and breathtaking Cliffs of Moher, towering 700ft above the untamed …More

Take an express bucket list experience from Galway city to visit and see the iconic and breathtaking Cliffs of Moher, towering 700ft above the untamed...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$90
Outdoor Walking Tour in Wonderful Walls of Galway City

Join me on my walking tour off the beaten track as we explore, admire and are inspired by more than twenty murals in Galway City. …More

Join me on my walking tour off the beaten track as we explore, admire and are inspired by more than twenty murals in Galway City....

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$23
Cycling Westport & the Great Western green way. Mayo. Self-guided

Come cycle the 42km Great Western Greenway in county Mayo, the longest off-road walking and cycling trail in Ireland. The world class Great Western Greenway …More

Come cycle the 42km Great Western Greenway in county Mayo, the longest off-road walking and cycling trail in Ireland. The world class Great Western Greenway...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$62
Irish traditional music, song & dance. Galway. Guided. 2 hours.

A ‘Session’ (in Gaelic ‘Seisún’, pronounced ‘sesh-oon’), is a traditional Irish gathering of musicians, dancers, poets and storytellers. It is always an informal, lively and …More

A ‘Session’ (in Gaelic ‘Seisún’, pronounced ‘sesh-oon’), is a traditional Irish gathering of musicians, dancers, poets and storytellers. It is always an informal, lively and...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$37
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