Girl exploring the orchard at Ardress House, County Armagh, Northern Ireland — Enjoy family days out this Spring. | © National Trust Images/John Miller

Family-friendly places in Northern Ireland

Discover the best family-friendly places to visit in Northern Ireland with a day out at the places in our care. With outdoor trails for inquisitive minds and natural play areas to let off steam, family adventures await all year round. If rain descends on your outdoor playground, take shelter in our family-friendly cafés for some well-deserved treats. Check property websites for specific opening times and events.

Looking for fun things to do with the kids? This autumn we've got you covered with seasonal activities for all ages at the places in our care. Members visit for free. Family membership available.

Family Autumn visit to stableyard, Castle ward

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Family-friendly things to do at Castle Ward

Find out everything you need to know about visiting Castle Ward with kids. From exploring the Playground to borrowing the balance bikes as well as essential information on where you'll find baby-changing facilities, places to picnic and more.

A family in the natural play area at Mount Stewart, County Down

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Family-friendly things to do at Mount Stewart

Find out everything you need to know about visiting Mount Stewart with kids. From exploring the Natural Play area to discovering the squirrel hide as well as essential information on where you'll find baby-changing facilities, places to picnic and more.

Family with a guide at the Giant's Causeway, County Antrim, Northern Ireland

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Family-friendly things to do at The Giant's Causeway

Explore Ireland’s only UNESCO World Heritage site. Walk on the world-famous stones, see the basalt columns & soak up dramatic views of the rugged coastline

Family visitors on a bike hire with Florence Court house in the background, Florence Court, Co. Fermanagh

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Family-friendly things to do at Florence Court

Everything you need to know about visiting Florence Court with kids. Borrow tracker packs and hire bikes. Discover play areas and baby changing facilities.

Family walking in the garden in autumn at The Argory, County Armagh

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Family-friendly things to do at The Argory

Find out everything you need to know about visiting The Argory with kids, from playing in the play areas, borrowing balance bikes and essential information on where you'll find baby-changing facilities, bringing a picnic and more.

Family walking in Rowallane Garden, County Down in November

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Family friendly things to do at Rowallane Garden

Find out everything you need to know about visiting Rowallane Garden with kids, from playing in the play areas, borrowing balance bikes and essential information on where you'll find baby changing facilities and more.