Beautiful and peaceful place . Surrounded by nature and history.... you can use a little train and go around or you can use walk paths (most recommend). Loads of things to see and do. At the end there is picnic area with table and bench. Coffee shop and toilets are there as well.. i have got really nice man at administration point. Very kind and positive person helped with all questions. All people working over there are nice with good vibe.

I recently visited a beautiful and peaceful place that is perfect for leisurely family walks. The surroundings are picturesque, with well-maintained paths, plenty of greenery, and charming spots to sit and relax. Everything is clean, well-kept, and thoughtfully designed. It’s a wonderful escape from the hustle and bustle, offering a serene atmosphere for spending quality time with loved ones. I truly enjoyed every moment there.

Lovely tea room, dog friendly covered seating area. Excellent rambling gardens with things for kids to explore. It's worth doing the walk down to the lake to see the beautiful restoration of native water meadows and trees

Lovely walks, interesting history and flora. Great tea rooms with pretty outside space. No admission charge unless you want a tour of the house which was closed when we visited.

Great night. Went to a party. Food and atmosphere was good.

This castle ruin is located off a main road so easy to find. It is up a hill but not difficult to walk. Definitely with the visit, especially for the views.

Fantastic location to visit with things for all ages including playgrounds, fairy forts and forest walks. Friendly staff and cafe on site does beautiful lunch. Will certainly be returning. Kids go free is a good incentive too.

Our tour guide Joseph Mulligan from Happy Tours brought us here. What a fantastic place, amazing whisky and cool place. Nice people there too. I recommend a stop.

We had such a good time on our tour with Emma as our tour guide and Jim as our mini-tour bus driver! Our favorite tour so far - it's a bit on the pricier side at 45 euro, but it felt worth it for the experience. We got to start off the tour with an Irish coffee and overview of the whisky making process and the history of Tullamore D.E.W. Emma did a great job of keeping it fun/informative while keeping it moving and answering questions along the way. We then got to walk the still house floor, which was super cool! It was a maintenance day when we went, but it was interesting to see where and how the whisky gets distilled. Next, the snug was probably my favorite experience. The snug was hidden behind a wall of whisky barrels in the warehouse, and the "dog" that Emma used to draw whisky out of one of the barrels for a cask tasting was a cool touch. You can't take pictures in here for safety reasons (the alcohol in the air is definitely strong!), but it was definitely a cool space. Finally, the tasting of the original, rum cask, and the 12 year was great, too. The decor and the vibe in the tasting room feels almost like you're in a cozy lab. There were droppers with water to try the whisky with, after trying them neat. For those driving, they also had little bottles and funnels to pour part of the tasters into, so they could still finish enjoying the experience later. As we returned to the gift shop, we got a little demo of how the "Be the Blender" blend-your-own bottle works. Overall, I definitely recommend this tour. The people working here are super sweet and seem to enjoy what they do. Emma at the counter (a different Emma than the one who guided us on our tour) was kind enough to give us some great food recommendations in town as well.

What an experience and lucky to be right on our doorstep! Brought visiting family to step back into time to hear some fascinating stories. Our guide was welcoming, knowledgeable and an excellent storyteller that enlightened our group of the history of Tullamore and gave us some ghostly tales that kept us on our toes. Not to mention that it’s been used on the Netflix show Wednesday. Very proud of our little town! We enjoyed it so much we look forward to attend heritage week on Thursday. Thanks again!

A lovely and well maintained park. If you want to walk, jog and exercise in the fresh air or relax spending your time with the family - it's here. The park is also dog-friendly, with poop bags and waste bins provided.

I really enjoyed stopping here on my way to Kildare. I learned a lot about a bit of Irish history I was not aware of. The hosts were very kind and knowledgeable. Worth the visit.

During our visit the visitor centre was closed, however the 10 km's of walkable trackway winding the bog, was so peaceful, and tranquil, definitely a must when in the area.

Great experience. No entry fee, donations to support the castle restoration are encouraged. Castle owner provides a guided tour and tells the history of the castle, local area and Irish traditions. Open daytime and worth every minute you spend there. Great view from the 3rd floor.

Athlone Castle is stunning. Incredible views. The staff were so nice and helpful. We were very lucky weather wise and thoroughly enjoyed the experience.

Lovely house and grounds. Really interesting to learn about the story zbout the famine and the walk to Dublin. The cafe was excellent and staff throughout the establishment were really helpful and knowledgeable. Would highly recommend a visit

went there to see a comedian. I was never there before but I will be back, lovely place good parking outside and very helpfull staff. €5 for a glass of wine and €2 for a bottle of water..

Outstanding historical site and home of Earls of Ross. Recommend half a day for this visit. The self guided museum tour is what we did and it was excellent. We went outside, walked around the gardens and saw the telescope. You need a few hours to spend in the gardens and you could do lunch there or bring a picnic. excellent educational value. Th third Earl of Ross designed built and used the telescope and the fourth Earl of Ross invented the steam turbine.

If you like history, this place was lovely to visit and find out about the past. Video information to start, then lots to see and walk around. We all enjoyed the walk around the graveyard and old building, views of the river, visiting the nunnery up the road.

Wonderful Day at Glendeer Pet Farm! We visited Glendeer Pet Farm today with our son, and it was an absolutely delightful experience. He had so much fun feeding the animals and exploring the beautiful fairy walkway. The toddler playroom was definitely the highlight for him — he didn't want to leave! The entire place is well-maintained and thoughtfully designed for families. There are clean toilets, a convenient hand-washing area, and a baby diaper changing station, which made the visit very comfortable. The on-site café was a nice bonus with good food and drinks. The staff were all incredibly kind and helpful, adding to the warm, welcoming atmosphere. With such a large area to explore and so many engaging activities, it’s a perfect day out for families with young children. Highly recommend — we’ll definitely be back!

Didn't check properly and it was closed but a lovely lady came out and opened up as she said because I had visited So many things to see that I couldn't put pictures of everything, plus some people will take interest in different things (there's so many subjects covered) 8 euro in and can spend as long as you want and she came in and out to see if I wanted to know anything and have a chat Super recommended as not far from Athlone and get to see so much Irish history

An interesting ruin next to a nice town park. Dog friendly, we strolled the park first and then walked around the castle. A great afternoon!

The tour was amazing, it was full of such amazing stories. Our experience from start to finish was so enjoyable. I loved the gift shop too we picked up lovely trinkets and books. Our tour guide was so lovely and engaging. We also got to walk so closely to so many sheep and lambs was a lovely experience. Although due to co2 in the cave you can't enter but you still get to go into the entrance which was such a cool experience! Would highly recommend.

What an informative visit. A part of our history that some may not be aware of. We spent a couple of hours with a guide who had a brilliant knowledge of the place. Seemingly only about 5000 visitors go there each year, which is shocking. Well worth a visit and not that expensive.

This impressive structure was built in 1600's in the medieval and Renaissance style, the house is currently, closed, however the huge estate is open, and there is plenty of walks to enjoy, as well as the friary ruins (to explore) and the castle harbour is the perfect place for a picnic lunch.

Portumna Forest Park in County Galway is a beautiful, peaceful spot for a family outing. The wide woodland and grassy glades feel very serene. Kids can roam and play freely among the trees, and there’s plenty of wildlife (you might spot squirrels or deer). There are lots of trails for walking and biking throughout the park of varying lengths through the woods With so much open space, kids love zipping around or kicking a ball on the grass between trails. Visitor facilities are very family-friendly. There’s a car park right at the entrance, and yes, toilets on site In short, the park is set up to be convenient so families can focus on fun and exploring. If you head a short distance out of the park you can reach Lough Derg, but the forest itself is all trees and trails. Overall it’s a warm, welcoming place that’s hard to beat for a relaxed family day out. It feels safe and laid-back, and families really seem to love it.

Excellent place to keep the kids entertained. The indoor part is suitable for all weather. Cafe and decent toilet facilities. Outdoor picnic benches. Great for kids parties. As an adult I'd probably eat before I go next time as the food isn't great quality.

Cannot fault them! Easy, straightforward online booking. Easy onboarding. Lovely staff. Clean and tidy boat. Left on time, cruise lasted 1h and 15 mins. Family friendly, loads of drinks options on board. Staff did the rounds asking parents if their children wanted to go up on deck and drive the boat, to all kids' excitement! Wonderful views, too. Would highly recommend it.