There is so much to explore as you head out for one of these family walks in Ireland – from woodland trails and river paths to medieval castle grounds, mountain climbs and seaside strolls. We’ve chosen several walks from each county to ensure you have plenty of choice, and would love to hear what your favourites are!
Whatever the weather, you can get out for plenty of invigorating fresh air, discovering the best Ireland has to offer and making plenty of family memories. Don’t forget to pack a picnic!
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Family-Friendly Walks in Ireland
If you’re worried the kids will get bored while you’re out, these entertaining (and distracting!) games to play while walking are a great way to pass the time.
You may also want to try one of our free scavenger hunt downloads to keep the kids busy – take your pick from a nature scavenger hunt, a fun beach scavenger hunt, an unusual sound scavenger hunt, and lots more here including seasonal options.
Walks in Leinster
Derrycassin Woods © Longford Tourism
- Walks in Carlow
- Walks in Dublin
- Walks in Kildare
- Walks in Kilkenny
- Walks in Laois
- Walks in Longford
- Walks in Louth
- Walks in Meath
- Walks in Offaly
- Walks in Westmeath
- Walks in Wexford
- Walks in Wicklow
Walks in Munster
Waterford Greenway © Luke Myers / Failte Ireland
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Walks in Connacht
Acres Lake Boardwalk © Leitrim Tourism
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Walks in Ulster
Errigal © Tourism Ireland
- Walks in Cavan
- Walks in Donegal
- Walks in Monaghan
- Walks in Northern Ireland
Lead image: Waterford Greenway © Luke Myers / Failte Ireland
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