Family Friendly Hotel in Dublin

Looking for something to do with the kids on a rainy day in Dublin. Why not take them and show them the treasures of ancient Egypt or Irelands long and interesting history. Take them to the National History Museum. Maybe your kids like understanding the world a little more take them to the exciting Science Gallery. If Vikings are your thing you won’t want to miss the interactive experience at Dublinia.

Only a 15 min train ride from the Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge is the seaside town of Dún Laoghaire. Where you will find the famous Teddy’s Ice Cream which locals love any time of the year. Buy the whole family a 99 and take a stroll down the pier taking in the beautiful views of Howth Head and the marina. There is a great playground for the kids to play around in too in the famous Peoples Park! The Peoples Park also hoasts a beautiful farmers market every Sunday.

If you’re looking for something a little different to do with the little ones, why not try Imaginosity, an interactive museum for children for under 9’s. It is full of fun and imaginative things for them to do.

Tayto Park is Ireland’s first theme park, located in Kilbrew Co.Meath close to Ashbourne. With 100 attractions the family will have plenty to keep them entertained all day. From a zoo to Ireland’s largest wooden roller coaster Cu Chulainn. Tayto park is very easy to access from Dublin City. There is a public bus ran by Bus Eireann which takes about 45mins from Dublin city to Tayto Park. There is also car parking facilities at the park if you are travelling by car.

Dublin Zoo is Ireland’s largest family attraction which is located in Dublin’s Phoenix Park. It attracts over 1million visitors each year. It has an amazing array of exciting animals that the whole family would love to see. Alongside this, there is plenty of playgrounds and amenities there to keep everyone entertained.