Things to Do with Kids in Co. Kildare
36 family-friendly activities in Co. Kildare, Ireland. Discover farms, beaches, castles, playgrounds and more.
Allen Bog Nature Reserve
Co. Kildare
Raised bog nature reserve with boardwalk. Important habitat for bog plants and wildlife.
Athy Crom-a-Boo Park
Co. Kildare
Park along the River Barrow in Athy. Playground and riverside walks.
Athy Heritage Centre
Co. Kildare
Heritage centre with exhibitions on Ernest Shackleton and the town's history.
Barrow Blueway
Co. Kildare
Kayaking and walking trail along the River Barrow from Athy to St Mullins.
Burtown House & Gardens
Co. Kildare
Heritage gardens near Athy with beautiful walks and The Green Barn cafe.
Caragh Open Farm
Co. Kildare
Family run open farm in Caragh near Naas with animals and play areas.
Castledermot Playground
Co. Kildare
Community playground near historic Castledermot Round Tower.
Castletown House
Co. Kildare
Ireland's largest Palladian country house. Free OPW tours and parkland walks.
Castletown Riverside Walk
Co. Kildare
Walking trails along the River Liffey at Castletown House. Beautiful parkland and river views.
Celbridge Abbey Grounds
Co. Kildare
Riverside parkland and woods along the Liffey. Historical abbey grounds with playground.
Clonfert Pet Farm
Co. Kildare
Pet farm and mini zoo near Maynooth with playgrounds, zipline, mini golf and indoor play.
Donadea Forest Park
Co. Kildare
Popular Coillte forest park with a lake, castle ruins, walled garden, and multiple walking trails.
Fun Factory Naas
Co. Kildare
Indoor play facility for children aged 1-12 at M7 Business Park.
Hill of Allen
Co. Kildare
Legendary hill associated with Fionn Mac Cumhaill and the Fianna. Walking trails with views.
Irish National Stud & Gardens
Co. Kildare
Horse breeding farm with Japanese Gardens.
Japanese Gardens Kildare
Co. Kildare
Japanese Gardens at the Irish National Stud. Symbolising the life of man from birth to eternity.
Jungle Den
Co. Kildare
State-of-the-art indoor adventure play centre in Naas with ball pools, slides and party rooms.
Karibu Pet Farm
Co. Kildare
Pet farm at The Curragh with alpacas, pot belly pigs and large playground.
Kildare Farm Foods
Co. Kildare
Open farm with animals, railroad train rides, indoor crazy golf, teddy bear factory and farm shop.
Killashee Hotel Gardens
Co. Kildare
55 acres of gardens including butterfly garden and historic nun's cemetery.
Killinthomas Woods
Co. Kildare
10km of signposted forest walks near Rathangan, suitable for all fitness levels.
Larchill Arcadian Garden & Farm
Co. Kildare
Unique garden with follies, a pet farm, and rare breed animals near Kilcock.
Liffey Head Bog Walk
Co. Kildare
Boardwalk trail to the source of the River Liffey in the Wicklow Mountains. Scenic bog landscape.
Lodge Park Walled Garden
Co. Kildare
Restored 18th century walled garden near Straffan. Heritage roses and kitchen garden.
Lullymore Heritage Park
Co. Kildare
Heritage park with train, playground and activities.
Maynooth Castle Grounds
Co. Kildare
Open grounds around the Norman castle ruin. Pleasant green space for families.
Mondello Park
Co. Kildare
Ireland's only permanent motorsport race circuit. Karting and family experience days.
Naas Canal Walk
Co. Kildare
Walk along the Grand Canal at Naas. Towpath trail with wildlife habitats.
Naas Playground
Co. Kildare
Modern playground in the Kildare town of Naas. All-ages equipment.
Newbridge Silverware Visitor Centre
Co. Kildare
Museum of Style Icons and silverware factory.
Newbridge Town Park
Co. Kildare
Riverside park on the Liffey with a large playground and walking trails.
Pollardstown Fen
Co. Kildare
Largest spring-fed fen in Ireland. Boardwalk trail through rare wetland habitats.
St Fiachra's Garden
Co. Kildare
Contemplative garden at the Irish National Stud. Limestone rocks, waterways, and crystal garden.
Stonebrook Pet Farm
Co. Kildare
Family farm near Ballymore Eustace in the River Liffey valley.
The Curragh Plains
Co. Kildare
Ireland's largest ancient lowland grassland with extensive walks and horse racing heritage.
The Kildare Maze
Co. Kildare
Leinster's largest hedge maze, a fabulous family attraction near Prosperous.