Best Things To Do & Days Out In Portlaoise, County Laois

Here at Day Out With The Kids we've found 43 fun things to do in Portlaoise for you and the family to discover. What's more, the weather shouldn't be a problem – 38 of the attractions are indoors. Finding the right Portlaoise day out for your family is easy – simply explore the links below or use the filters at the top of the page to plan your next adventure.

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43 Things To Do in Portlaoise

Vue cinema screen. Source: PinkNews

Vue Limerick

Cinemas and Theatres · Indoor

34.7 mi
All Ages

People horse riding at Drumcliffe Equestrian in Ennis

Drumcliffe Equestrian

Horse Riding and Stables · Indoor & Outdoor

36.4 mi
Ages 9+

Go Kart racing at Galway City Karting

Galway City Karting

Go Karting and Driving · Indoor

36.5 mi
Ages 7+

Families playing laser tag at Planet Entertainment Centre in Galway

Planet Entertainment Centre

Indoor and Soft Play Areas · Indoor

36.8 mi
All Ages

Street view of Bunratty Castle and Folk Park in Shannon

Bunratty Castle and Folk Park

Castles and Palaces · Indoor & Outdoor

36.8 mi
Ages 4+

A museum expert talks to kids about the legend of the claddagh ring

Legend of the Claddagh Ring

Museums and Art Galleries · Indoor

36.8 mi
Ages 4+

Family looking at fish at Galway Atlantaquaria in Salthill

Galway Atlantaquaria

Aquariums · Indoor

4.5
36.9 mi
All Ages

Man playing football at Pure Skill in Galway

Pure Skill

Activity Centres · Indoor

36.9 mi
Ages 4+

Spinning wheel at Leenane Cultural Centre in Connemara

Leenane Cultural Centre

Museums and Art Galleries · Indoor & Outdoor

36.9 mi
Ages 4+

View at Arigna Mining Experience in Carrick on Shannon

Carrick-on-Shannon

Arigna Mining Experience

Caves and Mines · Indoor

37 mi
Ages 4+

Boat at Galway City Museum

Galway City Museum

Museums and Art Galleries · Indoor

37.1 mi
Ages 0-12

Bowling ball and alley at Roll N Bowl in Portlaoise

Roll N Bowl

Ice Skating and Rollerskating · Indoor

37.6 mi
Ages 4+

Man in Aillwee Cave in Ballyvaughan

Aillwee Cave

Caves and Mines · Indoor & Outdoor

38.8 mi
Ages 4+

Vulture at Burren Bird of Prey Centre in Ballyvaughan

Burren Bird of Prey Centre

Zoos and Wildlife Parks · Outdoor

38.8 mi
All Ages

Kids doing archery with sticks at The Farmyard in Corofin

The Farmyard

Children's Farms · Outdoor

39.8 mi
Ages 0-12

Outside view of Lough Gur Visitor Centre in Bruff

Lough Gur Visitor Centre

Tourist Attractions · Indoor & Outdoor

41.4 mi
All Ages

Stonehall Visitor Farm and Wildlife Park

Children's Farms · Indoor & Outdoor

43.3 mi
All Ages

Ceramic mushroom at Doolin Cave and Farmland Nature Trail in Lisdoonvarna

Doolin Cave and Farmland Nature Trail

Caves and Mines · Indoor & Outdoor

44.8 mi
All Ages

Kids on high rope course at Castlecomer Discovery Park

Castlecomer Discovery Park

Parks and Playgrounds · Indoor & Outdoor

46.8 mi
Ages 4+

Train at Castlerea Railway Museum

Castlerea Railway Museum

Museums and Art Galleries · Indoor

48.1 mi
Ages 4+

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