7 Free Days Out and Things to Do With Kids in County Down (updated 2025)

Ahoy there money-savvy adventurers. 

If you're looking to for a fun and free day out, then check out these things to do with the kids in County Down. Whether it's playing knights at Dundrum Castle, or letting off steam at Kilbroney Park, there's options here to suit all ages, whatever the weather. 

I've tried to make sure that all the details on here are up to date, but please do double check on the websites I've linked to before you travel in case anything has changed. Especially important: double check parking costs to avoid any nasty surprises on a day out that was supposed to be cheap, and obviously, be careful if you're visiting places with kids, especially where the terrain is dangerous (ruins, cliffs, beaches, slippy paths etc). 

Happy adventuring!

Lucy

free things to do with kids in County Down

4 miles of golden sands, set against the backdrop of the Mourne Mountains, with dunes, woodland, and heath. There's a play area for the kids to play in. 

free things to do with kids in County Down

Lovely beaches and walks in nature through woodland, meadow, glens, and past a waterfall. 

free things to do with kids in County Down

Learn about the rich local history in the museum set in an old gaol of 1796. There's plenty of interesting exhibits and hands on activities, including visiting the old gaol. 

free things to do with kids in County Down

A large forest park, featuring riverside walks, an arboretum, and a 2 mile forest drive with panoramic views. There's a fairy glen, a playpark, and a Narnia trail, entered through a wardrobe door. 

free things to do with kids in County Down

The ruins of an interesting castle, believed to be built in 1177 as part of a coastal defence, it gives great views over the Bay. There are information boards to tell you more about the history. 

free things to do with kids in County Down

A small museum packed full of local history from the bronze age to the present day, with loads to keep the kids entertained including dressing up as a monk or a viking, activity sheets, and explorers packs. 

free things to do with kids in County Down

A stone circle excavated in the 1930s, its not yet known when it was created. To reach it, you walk through a beautiful lane made of gorse bushes and stone walls. 

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