Ireland
Ireland gives us 11 places: 4 nature and walks, then 2 each of playgrounds, zoos and aquariums and historic sites.
2Destinations
9Family attractions
5Types of day out
Quick facts about Ireland
CurrencyEuro (EUR)
LanguageIrish, English
Time zoneGMT (UTC)
PaymentCards almost everywhere
1Top family destinations in Ireland
2Things to do in Ireland
Tours & tickets in Ireland
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Travel essentials for Ireland
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3Practical essentials
Dish to tryIrish Stew
CapitalDublin
Plug typesBS 1363
DrivingDrive on the left
Emergency number112
Calling code+353
Daylight8–17 hours of daylight
Population5,149,139
Daylight is the range from the shortest to the longest day. English level: EF English Proficiency Index.
4Plan your trip to Ireland
Getting thereFlights, trains & driving
Where to stayFamily-friendly hotels
Getting aroundDrive on the left
Travel budgetCards almost everywhere
Packing listPlugs: BS 1363
Travel with kidsTips for a smooth trip
Safety & healthEmergency: 112
Useful infoCalling code +353
5Ireland with kids – highlights
Why families love Ireland
Dublin carries 5 of the places we cover and everywhere else has 1. The country is small enough that most of it is reachable from one base. We have no climate reading yet, so we will not name the months.
Read our top picks →Easy to travelCards almost everywhere
Food to tryIrish Stew
So much to see9 family attractions in 2 destinations
Memories that lastExperiences your kids will never forget
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