Family Breaks in Athlone- The Prince of Wales Hotel is the ideal base

Athlone is increasingly popular venue for a family hotel break. Offering a diverse range of activities to keep all the family entertained, restaurants, scenery and for the Mammys- shopping of course. Our Athlone Hotel is the ideal choice for a fun filled family break in Ireland. There is no shortage of attractions and things to do in Athlone. 

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The Prince of Wales Hotel is well known for its chocie of  wonderful special offers all year round and we are the ideal chocie for family breaks in Athlone. You won't be disappointed.

Things to do in Athlone

Glendeer Pet Farm
Glendeer Pet Farm is an award winning 8 acre open farm located just 5miles from Athlone town, (Exit 13 on the Motorway and follow the signs for Drum). Children love the excitement and the adventure of a visit to Glendeer making it the ideal choice for family activities in Athlone. The kiddie's will love petting and holding the animals, such as pups, rabbits, guinne pigs. Children also get a bag of food to feed some of the animals such as monkeys, goats, sheep, emu, donkies, cows, llama and lots more animals. Glendeer are constantly adding new exotic friends, last year it was monkeys, wallabies and tortoises, what will it be this year. The children can enjoy the playground while the parents sit and relax in the café, or bring along a picnic and enjoy the surroundings. For information on opening times and admission prices visit the website below
www.glendeer.com

Adventure Viking Ship Cruise
Travel on a replica of a Viking long ship downstream to the Historic Monastic site of Clonmacnoise or on a cruise north of Athlone into Lough Ree. View its natural beauty and hear gain a knowledge about the Viking History of the ship.
Cruise up the River Shannon to Lough Ree (1hr 15min) or down river to the monastic settlement and round tower of Clonmacnoise (1hr 30min one way).
Live commentary will allow you hear of the escapades on these waters and of Viking battles and tales of curried treasure. Fun and excitement is guaranteed for all the family and the Viking Cruise is the perfect choice when looking for things to do in Athlone. The Viking Cruise departs from Athlone Castle and tickets will be available on board. A variety of helmets, swords and shields on board. Free Viking scroll for each child.

Baysports Centre
Baysports Centre is an exciting, recently established, Athlone-based centre which offers a wide range of water sports activities and leisure opportunities for people of all ages (6 upwards), abilities and needs.
Baysports provides a safe, learning, fun and fitness environment with opportunities for involvement in activities such as dinghy sailing, raft building, kayaking/canoeing, pedal boating, windsurfing, team building, power boating, rowing and fishing/angling. All activities are supervised and equipment is supplied. Baysports is a good choice when looking for things to do in Athlone.

Athlone Leisure World
Athlone Leisure World is a great choice of family activities in Athlone especially if the weather isn't to your advantage. There is something for all the family. Activities available include Ten Pin Bowling, Quasar 2000, Tumble towers and tumble tots soft play area, American Pool, Snooker, Astro-turf Soccer Pitches. For more information on opening times and prices visit our website below.
www.leisureworld.ie

Athlone Regional Sports Centre
The Award Winning Athlone Sports Centre facilities include a 25m heated indoor swimming pool, a toddler's pool, separate family changing areas, Jacuzzi, Sauna and steam-rooms a fitness Suite, an aerobics studio, astro-turf pitch, Sports hall, children's outdoor playground and the recently developed outdoor skatepark. The Centre also has a coffee shop, créche service and meeting rooms. There is something for young and old and so is great for activities in Athlone
www.athlonesportscentre.ie

Lough Ree Forest Park, Boyle, Co Roscommon.
Lough Key Forest and Activity Park is located approximately 1 hour from Athlone but well worth the drive if looking for an enjoyable family day out. The Park consists of more than n 800 acres of parkland and forest and boasts a new lakeside Visitor Centre. Lough Key Forest Park also an activity kingdom which delights all children with towers, slides, climbing frames, roundabouts, swings, puzzles and other innovative play equipment. The two-storey Boda Borg is a huge hit with families and ideal for team building. Lough Key Experience - Irelands only tree canopy walk and outdoor adventure play kingdom. An ideal destination for all the family. Lough Ree Forest Park is a popular destination for those enjoying family breaks in Athlone.
www.loughkey.ie

Krazy Kids Fun Factory
Krazy Kids is Athlone's biggest play centre and is perfect for kids under 13. Attractions include a 26 foot spiral slide, 3 lane wavy astra slide, ballpools, king of the Cross, wave rider, indoor soccer plus much more. There is a separate area for the under 5's. Adults can relax, read, watch TV or enjoy a coffee while their children play. For more information
www.krazykids.ie

Athlone Equestrian Centre
The Claire Gaffey Riding School provides the best equestrian facilities available in the midlands. Ideally situated in a quiet country setting yet only three miles from Athlone town, Athlone Equestrian Centre prides itself in providing a safe and fun learning experience to both adults and kids making it the perfect option for family activities in Athlone
www.athloneequestrian.ie

For family breaks in Athlone, the Prince of Wales Hotel offer family friendly facilities, family bedrooms, and children's menus to ensure a fantastic family holiday. We can also organise an in room babysitter for your convenience.

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