From play centres to farm parks, there are plenty of places in your local area that are perfect for restless youngsters.
Here are some of the best places to take your children without having to travel too far from home.
![Rich with history and interesting facts about one of Ireland’s most prestigious dynasties, the Visitor Centre at Hill of The O’Neill and Ranfurly House is a fun and educational place to visit.
There are lots of courses and classes taking place that are suitable for teenagers too, so have a look online and see if any peak your interest.
For more information, go to hilloftheoneill.com](https://www.northernirelandworld.com/webimg/b25lY21zOjhhODM2NDhjLWMwODAtNDgzOC05ODQwLTRlNzQzNDJjMTM1Mzo1YTQ4MThkNy1hNjA3LTRiZmYtOWMyNS02OTk3ODljYWIxNmY=.jpg?crop=3:2&width=640)
5. Hill of The O'Neill & Ranfurly House Arts and Visitor Centre, Dungannon
Rich with history and interesting facts about one of Ireland’s most prestigious dynasties, the Visitor Centre at Hill of The O’Neill and Ranfurly House is a fun and educational place to visit. There are lots of courses and classes taking place that are suitable for teenagers too, so have a look online and see if any peak your interest. For more information, go to hilloftheoneill.com Photo: Hill of The O'Neill website
![A nice quiet spot, Peatlands Park has a selection of way-marked paths for you to walk through as well as a quaint train ride that runs during the summer.
With lots of plants and insects to spot, it’s a fun day out for all the family, so try and spot as many species as you can.
For more information, go to discovernorthernireland.com/peatlands-park](https://www.northernirelandworld.com/webimg/b25lY21zOjI4OTVjN2Y3LTQ3MTUtNDY0OS1hMWE3LWJkNWUwYmQzZWJjMDo5YjBlOTdlYy1iNmFkLTQ1ZTAtYWI5MS1iMWMwMzljODc0ZDA=.jpg?crop=3:2&width=640)
6. Peatlands Park, Dungannon
A nice quiet spot, Peatlands Park has a selection of way-marked paths for you to walk through as well as a quaint train ride that runs during the summer. With lots of plants and insects to spot, it’s a fun day out for all the family, so try and spot as many species as you can. For more information, go to discovernorthernireland.com/peatlands-park Photo: discoverNI
![Todd’s Leap Activity Centre provides families with amazing activities that are sure to excite every family member.
There are over 20 activities on offer, so take your pick and enjoy your excursion out with the kids.
For more information, go to toddsleap.com](https://www.northernirelandworld.com/webimg/b25lY21zOjUyZjY2ZjFlLThkY2EtNGYzNC1hMDJlLTFhMDAwMTYxYWI1NjpjYjBhYWRhZi1iM2JlLTQ1MWUtYmEyYS0zODIwMDE1Yjc2NDI=.jpg?crop=3:2&width=640)
7. Todd’s Leap Outdoor Activities Centre, Ballygawley
Todd’s Leap Activity Centre provides families with amazing activities that are sure to excite every family member. There are over 20 activities on offer, so take your pick and enjoy your excursion out with the kids. For more information, go to toddsleap.com Photo: Todd's Leap website