Where will you be located/touring?

Romina,

Are your kids boys, girls, one of each? What are their interests? Do they like beaches, castles, water parks, history? Knowing things like that will narrow down prospects.

Michele

Just got back from my trip and I have a 13 and 6 year old.  It definitely depends on their interests and where you are.

My observations:
*The Oceanworld Aquarium in Dingle is decidely "meh".  Small and ok for what it is but nothing special.
*The Dublin Zoo is outstanding.  Well done them, really surprised me.
*Lots of horse riding opportunities in Killarney.  My 13 year old almost stabbed me in the back because I said it wouldn't fit our schedule this time around.
*The grounds of Muckross House in Killarney had a bazillion families there when we were there (on a Saturday with 75 degree temps).  Beautiful grounds, very wide open.
*Also near Killarney is Ross Castle.  The castle itself is just ok but there are lots of boating opportunities.  I saw plenty of families doing that.
*Near Kilkenny there is a Castlecomer Adventures (or some similarly titled deal) that looked to have a lot of kid friendly activities.
*Northern county Clare near Ballyvaughan, Ailwee Caves was cool and the Birds of Prey deal right next door was reasonably interesting as well.

I'll have a full trip report in the next week or so.  I got back to work and found complete turmoil with people having quit and I have a whole new set of duties to figure out... Blah.

It might be colder than Malta but the beach at Fanore was very busy last weekend and there hasnt been a day that I've driven past Loughrea without at least someone swimming from the long point. Maybe we are just used to the cooler weather over here. The Folk Park at Bunratty Castle is entertaining and The Viking splash tour in Dublin gets good reviews.

http://www.vikingsplash.ie/

Thank you all for your suggestions.

Romina