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The Irish National Stud in Tully, Kildare, is a unique attraction enjoyed by visitors from all over the world, and is home to magnificent horses and exquisite gardens, including serene Japanese gardens complete with red lacquered arched bridges. For more than a century Irish National Stud has been a fully operational stud farm, aiming at producing the best thoroughbreds to race in Ireland and abroad. The Irish National Stud is not just an excellent equine centre, as apart from the beautiful Japanese gardens, visitors will enjoy a spiritual experience in St Fiachra's Garden, which was designed in 1999, and named in honour of St. Fiachra, the patron saint of gardeners. This splendid attraction clearly reflects the essence of the natural beauty of Ireland. There is a nature trail through St Fiachra's Garden, and school children delight in identifying trees and establishing their ages and learning about swan life. The stunning gardens at Irish National Stud provide great photo opportunities of a magical wedding day. We look forward to welcoming you to Irish National Stud for a truly unique and enjoyable experience. READ MORE

Celbridge Playzone in Kildare, Ireland, is a family run play and activity center that was established in 2005, that offers different fun activities to suit various age groups as well as hosting private parties, parent-toddler mornings, a climbing wall, play frames, roller racer track and much more. We also have a toddler area with two levels and features a ball pit, and slide. New to our activity center are a pirate room and a princess castle room that are perfect for enjoyable and exciting themed parties. Zone Cafe at Celbridge Playzone offers a menu of delicious meals and refreshments for parents and children wanting to relax and recharge their energy levels for further fun activities. READ MORE

At Castleview Farm Bed and Breakfast in Kildare, Ireland, crisp country air and the stunning Wicklow Mountains welcome guests to our charming bed and breakfast that is located on a working dairy farm which is located close to our town. Guest rooms at our bed and breakfast are spacious and comfortable, and fitted with excellent amenities. A cooked or continental breakfast ensures a perfect start to fun filled days, and children especially will enjoy collecting eggs for breakfast as well as watching a whole milking process. After fun days spent exploring the countryside, guests at Castleview Farm Bed and Breakfast can select a book from the library, relax in the peaceful ambiance of the lounge, or sit on the patio and be overwhelmed by spectacular sunsets.READ MORE

Redhills Adventure in Kildare, Ireland, is an adrenaline-pumping activity center that offers exciting outdoor activities to suit adults of all ages and children from 7 years of age and upwards. Outdoor activities available at our activity center include treasure hunts, target archery, airsoft combat games, paintball, archery tag combat games, asault course and much more. And if you can't come to us, with our mobile Archery Tag activity we can come to you. Outdoor activities at Redhills Adventure are great for team building, family outings, school tours, stag parties, birthday parties, and we provide all the necessary gear and also give instructions on how to play. READ MORE

Hartes of Kildare in Kildare, Ireland, is a well run bar that after many hand changes, was re-opened and renamed in 2009, and over the years has become the go-to bar where you can enjoy delicious food, refreshing drinks and the company of favorite family and friends. The eclectic menu at our bar offers popular choices for quick, on the go meals such as sandwiches, pies and more, and for a relaxed meal we have lamb, beer, fish dishes as well as vegetarian dishes. A popular attraction at Hartes of Kildare is an inspiring cookery school that teaches you to make creative meals in our 3 hour cooking classes.READ MORE

Kildare Farm Foods Open Farm and Shop in Kildare, Ireland, is a family owned and run farm that offers visitors a real country life experience that includes seeing happy farm animals in a natural setting. Our farm is buggy and wheelchair accessible, and facilities include an 18hole indoor golf course with sounds and sights reminiscent of the old wild west, access to a petting farm and walking track. We provide comfortable stays for ponies, deer, sheep, pigs, goats, wallabies as well as a variety of birds and we offer interesting guided tours on the Farm Shop Express Train. At Tractor Cafe and Farm Cafe onsite at Kildare Farm Foods Open Farm and Shop visitors can relax and enjoy welcome and freshly prepared refreshments.READ MORE

Solas Bhride Center in Kildare, Ireland, is a Christian Spirituality Centre that welcomes believers of all faiths as well as those who do not have faith, and our vision is to uphold the important and inspiring legacy of Saint Brigid who was a peacemaker, spiritual leader and an advocate for the poor. A tranquil, peaceful and welcoming atmosphere that reigns at our spiritual center creates an environment of serenity to help visitors on busy and difficult journeys through life and to forge relationships with others. Solas Bhride Center offers comfortable and tastefully decorated accommodation in fully equipped cottages, and guests are welcome to make use of our library, prayer room and other facilitiesREAD MORE

The Steam Museum and Lodge Park Walled Garden in Kildare, Ireland, located in a magnificent Victorian gothic building, is an interesting steam museum with an amazing collection of steam locomotive models, steam engines, small engines, a Cornish boiler, early inventor's models and more. Our steam museum offers informative guided tours, on request. Adjoining the museum is an 18th century walled garden beautifully decorated with roses, trees, climbers and a greenhouse filled with unusual plants. The Steam Museum also has a well stocked gift shop, and the Steaming Kettle Tea House where visitors can enjoy pre-booked lunch, tea or coffee. READ MORE

Pilates Studio Kildare in Kildare, Ireland, is a locally owned and fully equipped pilates studio that opened its doors in 2012, and offers personal attention and a hand-on approach to pilates training aimed at helping you feel stronger, healthier and more supple. Pilates training is more than fitness, it is a unique and healthy method of conditioning the body with exercises and movements that include stretching, strengthening and balancing the body, and in so doing, correcting wrong postures and restoring physical vitality. At Pilates Studio Kildare we offer private sessions and small group classes conducted by experienced instructors, and the use of quality Pilates equipment, and classes include mat classes, reformer classes, post-notal pilates classes.READ MORE

Forget Me Not Flower Shop and Gifts in Kildare, Ireland, with a convenient central location, is a florist and flower shop that offers the best quality flowers for your specific choice of bouquet or arrangement, and our creative and helpful staff will design a flower arrangement that will exceed your expectations. As a reputable and reliable florist we understand that customers have different ideas and requests for arrangements, and with our professional and creative ideas, your individual requests will be met to perfection. At Forget Me Not Flower Shop and Gifts we specialize in weddings, from bridal bouquets, flowers for receptions, church arrangements and our creative arrangements will make your special day even more special. READ MORE

Cunningham's Bar in Kildare, Ireland, is a cozy, dimly lit Irish pub with a rustic interior and charm that is inviting, relaxing and welcoming. As you step inside our Irish pub, there is a roaring open fire that greets you, and the interesting nooks and crannies beckons you to grab a set and enjoy a great meal and welcome drink. Friday nights at our Irish pub are always pumping with live entertainment. The Pavilion is a sun terrace where visitors can enjoy a smoke and refreshments outside. The Upstairs Venue at Cunningham's Bar is a function room that is ideal for various private events and live entertainment, and our catering services will enhance memorable and enjoyable events. READ MORE

Kildare Maze Activity Park in Kildare, Ireland, is home to a large and challenging hedge maze that offers exciting and fun outdoor activities for families, at affordable prices. Outdoor activities at our activity park include not only the hedge maze but also a wooden maze, golf course, assault course, zip wire and areas where visitors can relax and enjoy a picnic. Established in the 1990's and opened to the public in 2000, our maze now has hedges that are more than 6 feel high, covers an area of 1.5 acres and paths of 1.5 miles. Kildare Maze Activity Park promises a day of fun and laughter and is a perfect venue for hosting children's birthday parties. READ MORE

Wallaby Woods in Kildare, Ireland, set on 16 acres of beautiful woodland that proudly displays many attractive water features, is a family run farm that is home to many species of wildlife that include black swans, snow owls, emus, tortoises, wallabies and many more. Visitors also have opportunities of enjoying personal encounters with the animals in an interactive petting area. Activities at Wallaby Woods include playgrounds, an assault course, 60m zip line, nature trails, an outdoor aquarium, a pergola providing opportunities to view wildlife, camping sites and much more. We also offer interesting guided tours, and when feet need a rest visit our coffee shop for welcome food and drinks.READ MORE

Gregan Chauffeur Tours Ireland in Kildare, Ireland, is a family run tour operator company that provides a private touring service that includes day tours, customized tours, chauffeur tours of Ireland. The drivers at our tour operator company are well trained, friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating, and will ensure that tours are memorable, relaxing and interesting. Our driver guide tours include private transfers to and from the airport, luxury accommodation and full Irish breakfast every morning. All tours offered by Gregan Chauffeur Tours are customized and tailored to suit individual requirements, are very flexible and above all are enjoyable. READ MORE

First Step Fitness in Kildare, Ireland, is a unique gym that offers exercise classes that are not only effective and beneficial, but also affordable, with the option of choosing a pay as you go or membership fitness classes. Our gym also offers the convenience of in-home personal training programs that include everything you require for your workouts in the comfort of your home. Fitness classes available at our gym include spinning, zumba, body toning, bootcamp and many more, and top of the equipment at First Step Fitness include treadmills, exercise bikes, steppers, weight machines, cross trainers and more.READ MORE

Violets Flowers in Kildare, Ireland, established in 1992, is the go to florist, design studio and retail store that offers exciting and creative floral arrangements to suit all requirements, individual tastes and budgets. At our florist we use only the freshest and most attractive flowers in our creations and floral designs. Specializing in wedding arrangements, our florist will ensure our stunning wedding bouquets, flowers and arrangements will perfectly complement your special day. At Violets Flowers we also specialize in dressing event venues and providing weekly displays and arrangements for restaurant, corporate offices, hotels and private clients. READ MORE

Kildare House Hotel in Kildare, Ireland, with a convenient location close to many fun attractions, is a warm and welcoming hotel that offers comfortable accommodation in a choice of 21 guest rooms equipped with television, complimentary toiletries, tea-coffee making facilities and many other excellent amenities. Facilities at our hotel include The Gallops Bar and Restaurant that serves delicious meals throughout the day and also features a ballroom for functions with up to 200 guests. The Saddle Bar has a cozy and classic atmosphere and is also available as a venue for private events. Kildare House Hotel is a great wedding venue and offers excellent wedding packages.READ MORE

Irish National Stud and Gardens in Kildare, Ireland, is a thriving stud farm with excellent facilities that include sheltered paddocks for stabling magnificent mares, foals, yearlings and racehorses not in training. Informative and interesting guided tours of our stud farm are available on a daily basis. Facilities at our stud farm include a horse museum, picnic areas, educational programs and more. Our restaurant offers flexible dining options, including vegetarian dishes, as well as catering services for private events. The Japanese gardens at Irish National Stud and Gardens exudes peace and tranquility and filled with flowers, trees, plants, lawns and amazing rock and water features. READ MORE

The Irish National Stud's Japanese Gardens in Tully, Kildare, were created between 1906 and 1910, and the aim was then, and still is today, to provide a serene and tranquil oasis where visitors can find comfort for their souls as they spend quiet time in contemplation, reflection and meditation. Our perfectly manicured Japanese gardens were laid out by Tassa Eida, a Japanese horticulturist and his son Minoru, who succeeded in symbolising the life of man through trees, plants, flowers, lawn, rocks and water, and the peace and tranquility of these gardens are admired by thousands of visitors every year. There is a spectacular bright red bridge, next to the original tea house, and this bridge is a favourite setting for wedding photographs. For a welcome and refreshing break, visit The Japanese Gardens Restaurant, and enjoy simple yet wholesome cuisine where emphasis is placed on freshness and flavour. Take-away sandwiches, salads and wraps are available or you can relax and enjoy these delicious offerings with some great coffee or tea. READ MORE

Base Entertainment Center in Kildare, Ireland, is a magnificent and fun family entertainment center with so much to offer everyone who walks through the front door, regardless of age and weather. Spend your day at our family entertainment center enjoying our facilities that include ten pin bowling, space bumpers, laser tag, indoor football, xbox arena and other activities in our sports arena. Our soft play area is a save and supervised environment filled with rope bridges, tunnels, ball pools and slides, and when everyone needs a break enjoy welcome refreshments at our dner. Base Entertainment Center is the ideal venue for hosting unique birthday parties, stag nights, corporate outings and many other special events.READ MORE

The Playbarn in Kildare, Ireland, was established in 2002, as a fun indoor activity center and playground with enormous play frames that are suitable for children up to 12 years of age. A comfortable seating area at our playground has a clear view of the play frames, and enables parents to relax while watching their children having fun. Facilities at our activity center and playground include big screen televisions, comfortable leather couches, baby changing room, a cafeteria and of course, plenty of fun activities for the children. Before opening to the public on Saturdays, The Playbarn has dedicated a set time for special needs children and their siblings to enjoy the many activities at our activity center.READ MORE

Highfield Golf and Country Club in Kildare, Ireland, offers exciting and challenging rounds of golf on a 18 hole golf course with uniquely designed layouts, undulating greens and areas not used have been untouched and filled with wildflowers to provide feeding for birds and butterflies. Facilities at our golf and country club includes a floodlit driving range, affordable membership fees, 18-hole footgolf course, tennis courts and a clubhouse with a bar where members and visitors can enjoy a relaxing drink. A choice of function rooms at Highfield Golf and Country Club are ideal for private parties with up to 200 guests, and we can customize a party package to suit your occasion and budget. READ MORE