Fun for our younger guests!
Family Activities
Marinas Kids Club (10 mins)
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Marinas Adventure Centre is a soft play centre situated An Chuirt Hotel, Gweedore. (Down the stairs opposite the Serenity reception)
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Gweedore An Chuirt Hotel, Gweedore
Campview Farm (1 hour 40 mins)
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With panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean, Campview Farm sits on the banks of the River Erne beside Ireland’s oldest town, Ballyshannon in County Donegal. The farm has been in the Vaughan family for over 200 years.
Visit Campview Farm and experience life on a real working farm. With chickens in the sheds, cattle in the fields and sheep roaming across the hills, there's plenty of furry friends to meet on Campview Farm.
Learn about the history of the farm and how the family grows potatoes and plants grain on their land. Take a ride in a trailer behind a tractor to see the produce growing and cattle grazing in the fields. Watch as the farmers milk the cattle in the milking parlour and feed the calves.
Games are organised to make the day even better for the kids. Roll a tyre down a hill, play a game of gutter ball and pen a lamb. Booking is essential for all tours.
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Campview House,Dunmuckrum,Ballyshannon,Co Donegal
T: +353719852775
Gáinne Mór Alpacas (40 mins)
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Gáinne Mór Alpacas in Downings, offering a unique alpaca experience suitable for adults and kids over 8. Begin with a safety briefing and treat your alpaca friend to an enjoyable walk with photo opportunities. Afterward, return to the main farm for an extended experience, hand-feeding the alpacas and possibly witnessing a baby's birth in July or August. Opt for a Meet and Greet session to delve deeper into alpaca farming, ensuring a private and personalized encounter. Capture the photogenic alpacas on camera and create lasting memories during this delightful experience.
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Magherabeg,
Downings,
Co. Donegal,
Ireland
Bundoran GlowBowl (1 hour 40 mins)
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Bundoran Glowbowl and Macks Amusements, the prime Family Entertainment Centre in County Donegal. Located on Main Street in Bundoran, it offers an extensive range of activities for all ages. The Glowbowl features 8 lanes of computerized Tenpin Bowling, accommodating both adults and kids with optional side bumpers and user-friendly graphics for scoring. It's equipped with ball slides and lightweight balls for kids.
Directions from Seoidin: Head toward Bundoran and follow the signs to Main Street. The entertainment center is located there.
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Head toward Bundoran and follow the signs to Main Street. The entertainment center is located there.
Dizzys Den (1 hour 40 mins)
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Dizzys Den provides a safe and secure indoor play centre for children in Bundoran Co. Donegal. The team at Dizzy’s pride themselves in providing a clean, safe and fun place for kids to play. Dizzy’s Den has a large climbing frame where children can let their imagination take hold from being a pirate finding buried treasure to being the monkey in a jungle. They will bring the area to life with their interactive sounds, you can rock on a giant orande oe box with wobbling dinosaurs.
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Bundoran Retail Park Station Road Bundoran Co Donegal.
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Dunlewey Centre (15 mins)
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Lonad Cois Locha, Dunlewey, County Donegal, is an educational, heritage and activity centre that will transport you back in time to a bygone era. Visitors are offered a snapshot of what life was like back in the last century. Dunlewey is a picturesque village situated in the heart of the Donegal Gaeltacht. It is nestled between majestic Mount Errigal and the stunning Poisoned Glen of the Derryveagh Mountain range. The area is steeped in history, tradition and folklore.
At Ionad Cois Locha, Dunlewey, County Donegal, enjoy a short audio visual followed by a carding, spinning and weaving demonstration. Afterwards, there is a tour of the weaver’s cottage.
A trip on the boat around Dunlewey Lake is a must which includes an audio of the folklore that surrounds the area.
There are plenty of activities for children such as rope climbing, bumping cars, paddle boats, bungee jumps, a playground, and much more.
After all the activities why not relax in their restaurant where you can enjoy a lovely cuppa or choose something from the extensive menu.
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Dunlewey, Money Beg, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal, Ireland
T: +353749531699
The Arty Fox Workshops (30 mins)
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As a primary school teacher with 16 years experience with children up to 12 years, Feena is excited to add Craft Workshops to The Arty Fox brand. She facilitates monthly workshops for children from age 4-12 in her native Letterkenny. In recent months Feena has also worked with schools, Family Resource Centres, youth clubs and OPW sites, bringing her enthusiasm and box of tricks to ensure the children enjoy their workshop and go home inspired and smiling!imagination flow, making the most delicious memories. Workshops are suitable for adults and children. Private workshops are available for groups of 4 to 25. Booking is essential.
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Legnahoorey, Kilmacrennan, Co. Donegal
Email | info@theartyfox.ie
T +353868442595
Errigal View Pet Zoo (10 mins)
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Situated behind An Chúirt Hotel, Errigal View Pet Zoo is a family run business established in 2015. Aiming to deliver great value to families with a wide range of activities whatever the weather . From the indoor play area, indoor bouncy castle barn to outdoor play areas, crazy golf, Magical Unicorn encounters, Pony rides and of course all the animals, it’s great family fun!
This is the closest kid-friendly attraction at only 15 minutes away from Seoidin
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Meenderrygamph, Co. Donegal, Gweedore
Star Wars Walking Tour (70 mins)
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Discover Ireland's exclusive Star Wars walking tour led by Bren Whelan, a highly experienced guide involved in the filming of the Last Jedi. Bren's expertise and unique insights offer an exceptional tour experience. Tours cover Star Wars, local history, environmental education, and more. Activities include rock climbing, sea cliff ascents, mountaineering, abseiling, and coastal adventuring.
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Drumskellan, Muff, Malin Head, F934T2
Smarty Pants (45 min drive)
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Smarty Pants The Little Town for Big Imaginations
If you're staying at Seoidin, I highly recommend Donegal's very first Role Play Centre. This center offers a miniature town experience with a little Garda station, Supermarket, Pizzeria, Hospital, and more themed areas for kids to explore and play. Sessions run for 1.5 hours and require prior booking. Parents get to join in the fun while enjoying quality coffee and delightful light bites served by their trained barista. The center is versatile, catering to various needs, and is open to private group bookings for educational or therapeutic purposes. The doors are open seven days a week, featuring four daily sessions (remember, prebooking is a must)
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SMARTY PANTS PLAY & LEARN, Unit 7,
Bonagee Business Park,
Letterkenny,
F92 VP8F
Rose Cottage Riding School (1 hour 40 min)
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Rose Cottage Riding School nestled along Lagg Road in Malin, Inishowen, Co. Donegal, is a family-operated equestrian hub managed by Katie McDermott, boasting 26 years of teaching, dressage, and jumping expertise. With over 30 horses, ponies, and young stock (plus 4 donkeys), the school welcomes riders from as young as 4 years old. Group and private lessons, accommodating a maximum of 6 riders per group, cater to varying skill levels in a supportive environment. Nervous riders receive special attention, ensuring a comfortable learning experience. All school ponies and horses are well-experienced and well-mannered. The location offers beginners the chance to explore the stunning bay just 200 meters away, while seasoned riders can venture around the picturesque Lagg beach, merely a mile distant.
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Lagg Road, Malin, Inishowen, Co. Donegal
Donegal Donkey Sanctuary (55 mins)
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Experience the heartwarming haven at Donegal Donkey Sanctuary, offering refuge to abandoned and mistreated donkeys. Visitors are encouraged to wander the scenic walkways and get up close to these lovable creatures! Enjoy the visitor center, complete with a tearoom and gift shop. Disabled facilities are also available. Embrace the chance to make a furry friend!
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Castledooey, Raphoe
Tropical World (40 mins)
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Astound and amaze family and friends alike in Donegal’s very own slice of the Amazon. Tropical World in Letterkenny is an unmissable experience with hundreds of tropical butterflies of all shapes and sizes, all in free flight.
Be greeted by the sounds of lorikeets, turacos and birds from around the globe serenading you through the exotic aviaries. See the lemurs and miniature monkeys that call Tropical World home, along with the owls, meerkats and more.
You will find Tropical World just outside Letterkenny, in County Donegal, and it is a fully licensed zoo with an astonishing array of animals, from a dazzling display of butterflies to the world’s smallest monkeys alike. Tropical World is 70% under cover and facilities include an indoor play area, full disabled access as well as an onsite café and picnic facilities, so a great day out for all is guaranteed.
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Hazelwood House, Loughnagin, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal, Ireland
T: +353749121541
Waterworld Bundoran (1 hour 40 mins)
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At Waterworld Bundoran, you will find a multitude of exhilarating water features and waterslides.
Have lots of fun going down the 50m Tornado Slide, The Whizzer (9.2 degree drop) or the Gravity and Twister Slides. The three lane multi slide is a cool slide for friends and family. The Aqua Blue Slide is more suitable for younger kids, while the Walrus Slide will keep little toddlers entertained.
The popular rapids adjoin the wave pool with 10 minute wave sessions running every hour. Climb aboard the pirate ship overlooking the wave pool with two interactive waterworks, a steering wheel and a two lane water propelled slide.
The multi coloured Umbrella Waterfall is the ideal opportunity to pause for a few moments to take in all the excitement and happiness around you. Small children and babies can experience all the fun and excitement of the indoor waterpark too. The toddler pool has the Wiggly Worm, Mr Elephant, Water Cups and a Mushroom Waterfall.
Waterworld Bundoran also provides onsite locker facilities, family changing rooms and hair dryers. Sit and enjoy a lunch or snack at the picnic tables in the adjacent playground. Booking is now required and can be done securely through their website. (Please note that swim hats are now also compulsory.)
The gift shop stocks all the accessories you need for the pool as well as Waterworld branded merchandise, snacks, teas and coffees.
No matter what the weather is like outside, enjoy the many waves without messy sand underfoot, at Waterworld Bundoran.
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Atlantic Way, Dumacrin, Bundoran, Co. Donegal, F94 DR9V, Ireland
T: +353719841172
Sandfield Pitch and Putt (50 mins)
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This family owned and run local amenity on on the route of Donegal’s Wild Atlantic Way in the North-West of Ireland is situated on the R261 half way between the towns of Ardara and Narin/Portanoo. Since it’s creation in the mid 1980’s the course has been serving the local community and visiting tourist for over 35 years providing a wonderfully challenging full 18 Hole Pitch and Putt course where no two holes are the same. Once described by a regular visitor as “The St. Andrews of Pitch and Putt Courses” this unique and lovingly maintained course has offered an exciting and enjoyable game to both the first time visitor or seasoned Pitch and Putt players, while at the same time offering spectacular views of Morgan’s Lough and the surrounding Donegal countryside.
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Sandfield Pitch and Putt,Sandfield,Ardara
Jungle King, Letterkenny. (40 mins)
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Jungle King in Letterkenny, (40 min drive) Co. Donegal, is a premier indoor activity center for children up to age 12. Let your child's imagination soar with snake slides, tube slides, activity towers, and a soft play area. There are separate zones for toddlers and older kids, featuring climbing frames, slides, rope bridges, and more. Parents can relax in the coffee dock while kids play.
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Oldtown Road, Oldtown, Letterkenny, Donegal.
Arena 7 (40 mins)
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Arena 7 is a lively entertainment complex offering an array of activities for all ages. You'll discover a fully air-conditioned space with fantastic amenities including 10 modern bowling lanes equipped with automatic scoring. Each lane is designed to be wheelchair-friendly and comes with helpful features like bumpers and ramps, ensuring a great time for all skill levels, even for the little ones.
For youngest guests aged 2 to 4, there's a dedicated area with a small ball pool, swings, and engaging play features. Older kids, from 4 to 11, will have a blast exploring the exciting zone with a deep ball pool, swinging bridge, soft foam balls for play, and an exhilarating 4-square-meter slide.
Additionally, older kids over 4 can rev up their excitement at our Go Kart center, offering a choice between motorbike or motorcar style machines.
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Ballyraine Retail Park, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal
Century Complex (40 mins)
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Century Complex, Letterkenny is an exciting family entertainment complex incorporating Century Cinemas, Backstage Bar & Grill and Century Play!
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Leck View Lane, Letterkenny
Mallow Mia (1 hour)
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At Mallow Mia, in north County Donegal, create your own personalised confectionery in a marshmallow and chocolate workshop. Their small batch marshmallows and rocky roads are a confectionery revelation.
Once you step inside the Mallow Mia kitchen, you will be given a warm welcome and taste a selection of their artisan marshmallow creations. You will make gourmet marshmallows under the expert guidance of food scientist Linda McClean. You will then create your own flavoured marshmallows and rocky roads to take home.
These are interactive experiences where you can let your creativity and imagination flow, making the most delicious memories. Workshops are suitable for adults and children. Private workshops are available for groups of 4 to 25. Booking is essential.
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Ardee, Donegal, Republic of Ireland, F93 PW29
T: 353862736181