Croke Park GAA Museum-Stadium Tour
A behind the scenes tours of Ireland's famous stadium. There are lots of exhibitions that will interest children. Why not watch a game, whether you fancy football, Hurling, Handball or Ladies football there's always a game on. Check their site for details when you're in Dublin
Open Monday to Saturday 9.30-5pm and Sunday 12 to 5pm.
www.crokepark.ie
The Lambert Puppet Theatre
Ireland's only purpose built theatre for puppet. Founded in 1972 by Eugene Lambert and his family the theatre present’s family performances most weekends of the year and also special seasons for schools and pre-school groups. Prices are reasonable from 11/13 euros. Check their website for performance times and dates. Normally each Saturday and Sunday.
They are situated on the fringe near Dublin Bay. Take the DART train to Monkstown.
www.lambertpuppettheatre.ie
Clifton Lane, Monsktown, Dublin t: 01 280 0974
Dublin GhostBus
Yes, this is one of those touristy attractions however it will take you to places you may not go alone. Visit the dark romance of Dublin's gaslight ghosts. The 'big bus' will take you to haunted steps, St Kevins Park and Graveyard (where bodies were stolen for surgeons) and St. Audoen's. You will be keeping some fine young Dubliners in work as they greet you and the family in costume. Monday to Thursday 8pm
Friday 8pm & 8.30pm. Saturday and Sunday 7pm & 9.30pm. Tours can be booked online up to 1 hour before departure. Tickets 28 euros.
www.dublinsightseeing.ie
National Aquatic Centre
If you just need to get some exercise or it is raining and need other plans, there are several pools and play areas for kids including a wave Pool, Pirate area, Green Giant slide and small paddle pool for the toddlers.
Monday to Friday 10am - 7pm. Prices vary depending on times of entry.
www.nationalaquaticcentre.ie
38A Hawkins Street City Centre
Imaginosity
Locals flock here to enrol their kids in creative art and science programs but the exhibition areas are wonderful for children. If you staying in Dublin a while you will certainly want to get the kids to visit.
Best suited for the under 10s
€8.50 for children and adults, €6.50 for toddlers, €2 for those over 6 months for a minimum (under 6mths free) for a 2 hour visit, it’s exceptional value, especially at this time of budget consciousness.
www.imaginosity.ie
Beacon Court, Blackthorn Road
Airfield House
The best time to visit the grounds to see the wonderful tulips in bloom is Spring. However there always a lot to see and do in this 35 acre estate. From the formal gardens to the stately home and the farmyard animals.
Opening Times : Open seven days a week
Monday to Sunday 10am -5pm
Enterance Fees: Adults €6 Children €3
Family Day Pass €20: 2 adults and 3 children
Upper Kilmacud Rd, Dundrum Dublin 14 t: 01 2984 301
Sea Safari
Not suitable for children under 8 as the safari involves a visit around Dublin Bay to search for marine and bird life. The trip is dependent upon good weather and tickets are refundable. If you are interested we can make group or Family bookings.
Sea Safari is Dublin's most thrilling sea experience they are one of the few licensed sea tour operators in the Dublin Bay area. Seeing the spectacular sea and wildlife of the region, from the water, while speeding through the waves on our RIBs is an exhilarating experience for all our passengers.
Maximum 12 per boat. Contact us for prices.
Viking Splash tours
A specialised tour enlightening the visitors about Dublin by guides dressed as Vikings. These tours are in most global cities and are fun even if a little too 'touristy'. You will pass all the major icons of Dublin including the castle, St Patricks, Trinity Colleges and Shellbourne Hotel. Allow 1hr 15 minutes and cost are: Adult - €20 Children (12 and under) - €10 Students/Seniors - €18
Family (2 Adults+3Children) - €60. Tours run every 1/2 hours during high tourist season.
The tours depart from St. Stephen's Green North and Bull Alley (beside St. Patrick's Cathedral).
www.vikingsplash.ie