Indoor Days Out in Northern Ireland
When the weather isn't playing along, Northern Ireland has plenty of indoor fun to keep the family entertained. From soft plays and museums to climbing walls and entertainment centres, here's a selection of indoor attractions to explore. Search the full directory to filter by age, location and facilities.
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Wee Adventurers Play Hub
Ages: Toddlers (1–3) • Primary (5–11)
A bespoke indoor soft play frame with slides, netted bridges and a role play village in Cookstown, plus a calming sensory room and comfortable seating for parents.
Hunters Quest
Ages: Toddlers (1–3) • Primary (5–11)
An exciting indoor activity centre in Magherafelt, packed with fun challenges and adventures for kids. Perfect for active little adventurers, birthday treats and family fun!
Giggle & Grow
Ages: Toddlers (1–3)
A family-friendly indoor play spot in Bellaghy, giving children space to play while grown-ups can enjoy a more relaxed visit. It’s a useful all-weather option for younger families and an easy choice for a few hours out.
Ulster Museum
Ages: Preschool (3–5) • Primary (5–11) • Tweens (11–13) • Teens (13–17)
Explore everything from art and history to nature and science under one roof beside Botanic Gardens. Entry is free, making it a brilliant Belfast option for a flexible family day out whatever the weather.
Bangor Aurora Aquatic & Leisure Complex
Ages: Babies (0–1) • Toddlers (1–3) • Preschool (3–5) • Primary (5–11) • Tweens (11–13) • Teens (13–17)
A family-friendly swimming and leisure option in Bangor, ideal for getting the kids active whatever the weather. Check the current family swim timetable before travelling so you can plan your visit around the sessions that suit you best.
Templemore Baths
Ages: Toddlers (1–3) • Primary (5–11)
Historic Belfast swimming venue with a modern 25m pool, restored heritage pool and family swimming sessions.
Happytown
Ages: Toddlers (1–3) • Primary (5–11)
An indoor soft play option in Newtownards where children can climb, slide and burn off plenty of energy. It’s a handy rainy-day choice when you need an easy family activity that keeps the kids moving.
Coco's Children's Adventure Playground
Ages: Toddlers (1–3)
A family-friendly indoor play spot in Newcastle, giving children space to play while grown-ups can enjoy a more relaxed visit. It’s a useful all-weather option for younger families and an easy choice for a few hours out.
Banbridge Leisure Centre
Ages: Babies (0–1) • Toddlers (1–3) • Preschool (3–5) • Primary (5–11) • Tweens (11–13) • Teens (13–17)
Family leisure centre with swimming and family swim sessions, plus a range of indoor sports and activities.
Roe Valley Leisure Centre
Ages: Toddlers (1–3) • Primary (5–11)
A family-friendly swimming and leisure option in Limavady, ideal for getting the kids active whatever the weather. Check the current family swim timetable before travelling so you can plan your visit around the sessions that suit you best.
Marble Arch Caves
Ages: Primary (5–11) • Tweens (11–13) • Teens (13–17)
Go underground to discover caves, rock formations and a completely different side of the Fermanagh landscape. It’s a memorable family adventure for children who enjoy nature, geology and something a little out of the ordinary.
Indiana Land
Ages: Toddlers (1–3) • Primary (5–11)
An indoor soft play option in Dundonald where children can climb, slide and burn off plenty of energy. It’s a handy rainy-day choice when you need an easy family activity that keeps the kids moving.
Rafiki's Treehouse
Ages: Toddlers (1–3)
A family-friendly indoor play spot in Castlewellan, giving children space to play while grown-ups can enjoy a more relaxed visit. It’s a useful all-weather option for younger families and an easy choice for a few hours out.
The Super City
Ages: Toddlers (1–3)
A family-friendly indoor play spot in Banbridge, giving children space to play while grown-ups can enjoy a more relaxed visit. It’s a useful all-weather option for younger families and an easy choice for a few hours out.
Wee'uns World
Ages: Toddlers (1–3)
A family-friendly indoor play spot in Belfast, giving children space to play while grown-ups can enjoy a more relaxed visit. It’s a useful all-weather option for younger families and an easy choice for a few hours out.
Foyle Arena
Ages: Toddlers (1–3) • Primary (5–11)
A family-friendly swimming and leisure option in Derry, ideal for getting the kids active whatever the weather. Check the current family swim timetable before travelling so you can plan your visit around the sessions that suit you best.
Exploris Aquarium
Ages: Toddlers (1–3) • Primary (5–11)
Discover marine life up close at Northern Ireland’s aquarium in Portaferry, with plenty for children to see as they explore the exhibits. It’s a strong indoor choice for animal-loving families and works particularly well on a wet day.
Newry Leisure Centre
Ages: Toddlers (1–3) • Primary (5–11)
A family-friendly swimming and leisure option in Newry, ideal for getting the kids active whatever the weather. Check the current family swim timetable before travelling so you can plan your visit around the sessions that suit you best.
Itsy Bitsy Wonderland
Ages: Toddlers (1–3)
A family-friendly indoor play spot in Coleraine, giving children space to play while grown-ups can enjoy a more relaxed visit. It’s a useful all-weather option for younger families and an easy choice for a few hours out.
Titanic Belfast
Ages: Preschool (3–5) • Primary (5–11) • Tweens (11–13) • Teens (13–17)
Discover the story of Titanic through interactive galleries in Belfast’s Titanic Quarter. It’s an impressive indoor attraction for families who enjoy history, big stories and hands-on museum experiences.
Tiny Tornadoes
Ages: Toddlers (1–3) • Primary (5–11)
An indoor soft play option in Banbridge where children can climb, slide and burn off plenty of energy. It’s a handy rainy-day choice when you need an easy family activity that keeps the kids moving.
Tower Museum
Ages: Primary (5–11) • Tweens (11–13)
Discover a little more of the history and story of Derry at this family-friendly heritage attraction. It’s a good option for curious children and works especially well when you want a day out with something to see, learn and talk about afterwards.
Enniskillen Castle
Ages: Preschool (3–5) • Primary (5–11) • Tweens (11–13) • Teens (13–17)
Discover a little more of the history and story of Enniskillen at this family-friendly heritage attraction. It’s a good option for curious children and works especially well when you want a day out with something to see, learn and talk about afterwards.
Cookstown Leisure Centre
Ages: Babies (0–1) • Toddlers (1–3) • Preschool (3–5) • Primary (5–11) • Tweens (11–13) • Teens (13–17)
Family leisure centre with swimming and children’s activities; check the current family swim timetable before visiting.