Top 10 Things to do Good for Kids in Connemara, Western Ireland

Guided walking services. Guided walks in Connemara & Mayo mountains (12 Bens, Maumturks), hills, coast and islands for individuals and groups. Multi-day walking tours. Also self-guiding services including the "Connemara and Mayo - A Walking Guide" book, along with advice and support. Transport can be organised.

Buried beneath the Connemara Mountain lies a way of life long abandoned and almost forgotten just waiting for you to explore! Let the team at Glengowla Mines lead you on a journey of discovery of how lead and silver were mined from the roots of the Connemara Mountains in the 1800’s. The constant dripping of water, the ‘miners breath’ and if you are brave enough - a moment of darkness will set the scene! Delve into the depths of Glengowla mines where you can explore the caverns of marble studded with lead and silver. Follow the veins of copper pyrite which will lead you to the ‘miners gold’ - Galena. Marvel at the rare and beautiful crystals of quartz and fluorite. Learn of the working conditions the miners worked under before the mines closed in 1865. A firm favourite with adults and children alike is to pan for gold and gems at our gold panning station and keep any gems you find! Not only will you enjoy guided tours of the mines,

Based in Oughterard, Co. Galway – only 25 minutes north of Galway City at the “Gateway to Connemara”. Our Centre is located on the Rusheeny road, just outside the town of Oughterard, and is nestled between beautiful hills, mountains and the shores of Lough Corrib. We offer a full range of services including trekking, lessons, showjumping leagues, pony camps, breaking and training, livery and stud. For those interested in the native Connemara Pony, our yard has a large selection of Connemara ponies with champion showing, ridden and showjumping stallions at stud and the opportunity to hear about the history and development of this versatile pony from the yards owner, Roger Joyce. Roger is from a long line of Connemara breeders and stallion custodians. He is also an experienced horse and rider trainer and an international Connemara Pony Judge.

Based in Clifden, in the heart of Connemara, with a fleet of bikes, from electric and hybrid to children’s bikes, buggies and tandems, Clifden Bike Shop have everything you need to enjoy a cycling experience on the Wild Atlantic Way. Highlights include: Amanda & Jonathan Powell a super family team passionate about Connemara & their customers Bike Hire: Fleet of Bikes including electric,hybrid children’s bikes buggies tandems Cycle Loops scenic 20-kilometre cycle loop overlooking Clifden Bay Clifden a picturesque town, largest town in Connemara The Twelve Bens: a striking range of mountains in Connemara Natural Habitat birdlife wildlife including, sea otters, dolphins and grey seals Simply Being! breathe the fresh sea air and feel the wind on your face Explore: many different cycle loops to explore Connemara’s rugged landscape Guided Cycle: Guides available speaking English, French, German and Italian

contains some of Ireland's most awe-inspiring and dramatic scenery including Killary Fjord. Sheepdog Demonstrations with highly skilled working dogs, feeding the lambs with bottles, Sheep shearing using the hand shears, turf cutting using the traditional method which visitors can try out this ancient method for themselves, walking trails, Great day out for all the family.