Whether you’re after high energy fun at a water park or a low-key trek on a woodland trail, there are plenty of ways to keep the family entertained.
Many attractions operate on a booking-only basis or are weather-dependent, so be sure to check with each venue before you travel.
9. Giant's Causeway, Bushmills
Over 40,000 basalt columns, formed some 60 million years ago, provide a stunning backdrop for Northern Ireland's only UNESCO World Heritage site - now fully dog friendly. Pre-booking is advised for the Causeway Visitor Experience, which includes guided tours with the award-winning storytelling team. Further information can be found at https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/northern-ireland/giants-causeway Photo: National Trust
10. Marble Arch Caves, Florencecourt
Visitors to Fermanagh's Marble Arch Caves can opt for the guided cave tour and delve into a fascinating natural underworld of rivers, waterfalls, winding passages and lofty chambers while stunning cave formations glisten all around. Also available is the cave explorer virtual reality experience; for more information, visit https://marblearchcaves.co.uk/ Photo: Paul Lindsay
11. Ulster Transport Museum, Cultra
This County Down museum houses an extensive collection, exploring the story of transport in Ireland from its early history to the modern era. Curious young visitors can travel back in time aboard its range of steam locomotives, passenger carriages and goods wagons. Visit https://www.ulstertransportmuseum.org/ for more information Photo: Johnny Frazer
12. The Gobbins, Islandmagee
The Gobbins cliff path takes visitors across a suspension bridge, tunnels and along pathways in an up close and personal experience of the spectacular coastline. It is suitable for older children or teenagers over 1.2 metres in height. Booking is essential; visit https://thegobbinscliffpath.com/ Photo: Christopher Heaney