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Why Choose Kildare?

A short 30-minute drive from Ireland’s Capital, Dublin nestled in farmland landscapes and set around the famous Curragh Plains is the County of Kildare. Kildare is rich in Culture and History and is home to many tourism attractions, shopping, vibrant bars & Award-winning Restaurants- Kildare offers something for everyone.

Top 5 'Things to do' for Families in Kildare

With the Summer holidays upon us, there is no better time to make Kildare your next Family Trip destination and explore all our County has to offer. There is plenty to do and see for all the family to enjoy from adventurous in door activities to the great outdoors. Here are our Top 5 picks to help you plan the perfect ‘Family Fun Getaway'

The Perfect Girls Trip

So, you have decided you need a Girls Trip, the next step is to pick a destination to suit everyone’s needs like good food, vibrant bars, shopping and of course self-care. Killashee Hotel in County Kildare can offer you all you need, onsite or minutes away!

Lullymore Heritage Park

Lullymore Heritage & Discovery Park was opened in 1993. The Park is set on 60 acres of breath-taking landscape and explores Irish heritage, culture and environment with woodland/peat land trails, gardens and exhibitions.

Russborough House

Russborough House is located in the beautiful countryside near Blessington. This House is spectacular with a fabulous wooden playground, fairy trail and walkways. There is also a walled garden & maze to explore that is fun for all the family. The tea rooms offer the perfect refreshments and you can pick up a souvenir in their gift shop.

The Curragh Racecourse

Your heart is galloping faster than the thundering hooves, louder than the roar of the crowd as the horses plunge up the home straight. You’re in the moment, outside of time, swept up in a thrill of colour and noise. The Irish passion for horse racing is legendary and experiencing it at The Curragh Racecourse is unforgettable.

Mondello Park

Mondello Park -Motor Racing, Family Day Out, Great Fun when exploring Ireland's Ancient East.

Donadea Forest Park

The Donadea Forest Park is in north-west Kildare, a half an hour’s drive from Killashee hotel. It is a mixed woodland of 243 hectares.

The Curragh Military Museum

Many years ago the military has become part of the Curragh and in Kildare, the Curragh is part of us. The history dates back to prehistoric times; the Fianna used to meet at the Hill of Allen; Henry II camped at the Curragh on his way to Dublin in 1171; the Jacobite army trained here in 1686-1687 and in 1855, the British after establishing a permanent post, trained men to go and fight in the Boer War and the trenches of the Somme during the World War I.