Top Things to do in County Carlow
Top 10 Things to do Good for Kids in County Carlow, Province of Leinster
Discover the best top things to do in County Carlow, Ireland including Boattrips.ie, Delta Sensory Gardens, Brownshill Dolmen, Huntington Castle, Altamont Gardens, Arboretum Your Home & Garden Heaven, The Chocolate Garden of Ireland, Duckett's Grove, Omniplex Cinema, Oak Park Forest Park.
Restaurants in County Carlow
1. Boattrips.ie
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 11 reviews
Relaxing boat trips on the river Barrow. Experience nature, history and boating life on the river. Pass through locks, canal, alongside weirs and under bridges on our tours. Hear and learn about the men and women that kept river traffic moving. All this while relaxing inches from the waterline.
2. Delta Sensory Gardens
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 187 reviews
Reviewed By H2805OMsharonl - Dublin, Ireland
Having read the reviews we thought we'd take a visit. We were a bit confused heading through an industrial park. But the gardens were superb, much bigger than we expected. They were very welcoming and tranquil place. Beautiful fountains, little rest areas, flowers, statues, Waterfall and little rivers. Staff were lovely and it had a little cafe, which we didn't use. Definitely worth a visit at 6 euro each.
3. Brownshill Dolmen
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4.5 based on 165 reviews
Megalithic monument thousands of years old.
Reviewed By CazBUk - Great Yarmouth, United Kingdom
We were travelling back to Dublin from Kilkenny at the end of our touring holiday in Ireland, and saw signs to the Brownshill Dolmen.Eventually found the small roadside car park. After reading the information board there we followed the path alongside the field,eventually arriving at a cleared area in the middle of the field, where the dolmen ( portal tomb) was situated. It was certainly a very impressive sight- worth the effort to find. There was more information at the dolmen.
4. Huntington Castle
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4.5 based on 201 reviews
Reviewed By Coastal30457465544
Good guided tour, plenty of history and interesting artefacts. Gardens are also lovely. Basement of the castle for me was a bit weird, you'll see what I mean!
5. Altamont Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 385 reviews
Reviewed By EloRow
A gorgeous escape, whatever the season. A beautiful walk surrounded by natures beauty, lots of meandering paths to take, Easy for all ages.
6. Arboretum Your Home & Garden Heaven
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4.5 based on 250 reviews
Welcome to Arboretum Your Home and Garden Heaven Commitment to excellence in customer service, high quality products, unbeatable choice and value for money has earned the Arboretum Home and Garden Heaven the coveted title of National Company of the Year 2016 by Retail Excellence Ireland. Based in Co. Carlow on a ten acre site, this family run business is a complete shopping experience with a Five Star award winning garden centre plus interior furnishings, a kitchen Store, fashion outlet, pet zone and home to the award winning Rachel's Garden Café. The Arboretum has also attracted other well-known brands to the centre joining forces with the Edinburgh Woollen Mill and ISE Garden and Forest Equipment which adds to its offering. An entire day can be devoted to just visiting the Arboretum so take some time out and relax with friends and family in the famous Rachel's Garden Café and treat yourself to some of its signature dishes made with the very best local Irish produce. The delicious tempting desserts are all made on the premises and customers' special dietary needs are catered for with gluten, sugar or dairy free options. There is a full children's menu with a playground and maze adjacent in the gardens to keep the little ones entertained. A trip to Arboretum is like no other so pop in store today We look forward to welcoming you!
Reviewed By W2001QMmichaeln - Swords, Ireland
I visited the Arboretum last week and I have to say it was absolutely beautiful. It is obvious that years of work and planning has gone into this establishment. It is very customer friendly and the service is excellent. The selection is stock is brilliant. I had meal in the restaurant and really enjoyed it. The Arboretum is well worth a visit.
7. The Chocolate Garden of Ireland
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 160 reviews
PLEASE NOTE: OUR CAFE/VISITOR CENTRE IS NOW OPEN ON THURSDAY, FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY 12.30-4.30PM. MOULD MAKING SHOULD BE BOOKED ON OUR WEBSITE TO ENSURE PLACES AVAILABLE. YOU CAN PLACE BIRTHDAY, GIFT OR ANY CHOCOLATE GIFT OR COCOONING GIFT OR HAMPER ORDER ON OUR WEBSITE FOR COURIER DELIVERY. Handmade chocolate shop and ice-cream parlour. Visit, and make your own chocolate figure in advance, or just pop in for a tasty coffee with cake or one of our delicious ice-cream sundaes.
Reviewed By 508aislingf - Leixlip, Ireland
Visited here en route to a short break in mount wolseley. The kids did the chocolate mould making. They all really enjoyed it. We also had various drinks and some mini chocolate fountains with strawberries and marshmallows. Everyone loved those and my 12 year old has told me that the white hot chocolate she had was the best she ever had (and she’s tried lots!) so that’s a real compliment. This is a family business. Everyone we met was very friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend it to anyone visiting this area
8. Duckett's Grove
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4.5 based on 273 reviews
This structure was once one of Ireland's finest examples of a thriving Great House and surrounding estates and was home to generations of the Duckett family, who settled here as major landowners in 1695. At the height of it's ascendancy, this unique castellated building was at the heart of a 12,000 acre (4,856 hectares) estate and has dominated the Carlow landscape for over 300 years. Now, even in a completely ruined state, the surviving towers, turrets and architectural oddities of Duckett’s Grove House form a strikingly enigmatic and dramatic profile, thus making it one of the most photogenic buildings anywhere in the country and a must see in Ireland to visit. The site is managed by Carlow County Council and also features carefully and sensitively restored original Walled Gardens.
Reviewed By michelesB8216TP - Carrickfergus, United Kingdom
Having been to Ducketts Grove a number of times now I’m always amazed by the beauty of this haunting ruin, Kevin the tour guide is amazing....not only does he have extraordinary knowledge of the buildings history and grounds but is able to bring the tour alive. If your lucky enough to visit Ducketts Grove I would definitely recommend joining one of Kevin’s tour, you won’t be disappointed. Good work Carlow County Council and in particular Kevin your tour guide
9. Omniplex Cinema
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4.5 based on 38 reviews
Omniplex Cinema Carlow boasts the very latest in sound and projection technology along with our famous and exclusive leather "rocker" chairs. A luxury 5-screen cinema located in the heart of Carlow Town, we broadcast many live events throughout the year in addition to all the latest blockbusters. Famed locally for our customer service and fresh popcorn, why not pay us a visit?
10. Oak Park Forest Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By majo56 - Kilkenny, Ireland
This is a lovely walk and takes about 50 mins to complete the whole circuit. Good place to go in winter as the boardwalk type surface keeps you out of the mud! I’d never been here before but it’s a real hidden gem.
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