Informative Things To Do During The Summer

The weather is heating up, which basically means it’s time to head outside! Finding things to do during the summer can seem tedious, but you don’t have to overthink it. From easy activities that you can do in your garden to activities that you can book around your city, there is plenty to do over the summer. In this quick guide, we will share some of the best places to visit this summer as well as things to do at home or close to home.

• Places to visit this summer
• At-home and local summer activities

6 Places to Visit This Summer

Summer calls for outdoor (and indoor) activities and exploration. If you are searching far and wide for something to do, make sure to use our offering of Travel discount codes and Experience promo codes to get the best deals on the best summer destinations and activities Ireland has to offer. “From accommodation to transport, there is always a way to get the best deal so that you don’t have to worry about the cost of everything on top of the worry of making a memorable summer,” says Marylyn Ncube.

1. Wicklow Mountains National Park

Immerse yourself in nature and experience the best of Ireland’s landscape at the Wicklow Mountains National Park, located in East Ireland near Dublin. Perfect for hikers of all levels, you can choose from 9 hiking trails that have walking times ranging from 1 hour to 5 hours for day hikes. For longer hikes that can span up to 6 days, there are 3 hiking trails for more experienced hikers willing to trek up to 130km.

2. Rock of Dunamase

An important historical site, the Rock of Dunamase in Portlaoise is a great place to visit with the entire family. Book a tour or simply go for a walk and explore the area. From here, you will see magnificent views and have a variety of backgrounds for taking perfect family pictures.

3. Wildlands

Located in Galway, Wildlands is where to go for summer time adventures. It is an indoor and outdoor park that offers a variety of activities for both adults and children. Whether you are looking to get away for a few days or just have a day out, Wildlands is the place for you. For overnight stays, you are looking at a minimum of €275 per night. If you are looking for a simple day out with the children, they offer activities such as Zip ‘n’ Trek, Zip ‘n’ Trek Junior, ninja courses, off-road adventures, kayaking, paddle boarding, and more.

4. Causey Farm

Described as “all about messy fun with bog jumping, bread baking, farm animals and woodland exploring” by the Irish Times, Causey Farm offers a summer camp for children between the ages of 6 and 13. This 4-day getaway for children costs €120 per child and is taking place during July and August. During their stay, children will get to interact and care for animals, bake, go bog-jumping, do arts and crafts, and so much more!

The farm isn’t just for children though. Adults can book events such as hen parties, teambuilding activities and more. All of this can be booked on their website.

5. Redhills Adventure

Perfect for adventure-seekers of all ages, the Redhills Adventure in Kildare offers activities such as paintball, airsoft and archery tag. They accommodate events such as corporate team building, stag and hen parties and birthday parties. All activities must be booked beforehand on their website.

6. Guillamene Swimming Cove

Go for a splash at the Guillamene Swimming Cove in Waterford on those really hot days. The area has clear waters and multiple access points, making for easy access to the water. This cove may be more suitable for experienced and strong swimmers, and it is advised to keep a close eye on the tides.

Summer Activities to do at Home

Going out or finding a new adventure every day of summer is not realistic; therefore, finding ways to enjoy the warmer weather at home or locally is a must. Here are some ideas for activities you can do in the comfort of your home or close to home:

• Camp indoors or outdoors. You don’t have to set up camp in a mountain and can create a fun setup in your garden or living room. All you need is a tent, a sleeping bag and snacks.
• Set up a scavenger hunt in your garden. Invite family, friends and even neighbours to take part. Scavenger hunts don’t have to have an age limit, so let your imagination run wild with themes.
• Throw a pool party. Don’t have a pool? Buy an inflatable one or opt for water balloon and water gun fights.
• If you have enough space, turn your garden into a sports field. From soccer to cricket, there are many sports that you can play in the sun. If you need to buy the appropriate gear and equipment, our Sports voucher codes are must-haves to cut down prices on items.
• Have a picnic in your garden or at your local park.
• Visit your local zoo or museum and use our Attraction promo codes for deals on tickets.
• Go to your local cinema to watch a movie. Browse our offering of Movie discount codes for money-saving deals for cinemas and even streaming.

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