Best Waterparks in Ireland (Aqua Parks included): Splashy Fun for Everyone

Looking for some splashy fun on the Emerald Isle? Here is a list of the best waterparks in Ireland including aquaparks in Ireland and also splash parks to help you find one near you. Get ready, pop on your costumes and get ready for some serious water fun!

Best waterparks in Ireland

Whether you are in Ireland and are wondering “are there any waterparks near me open?”, or are going to be visiting the Emerald Isle and are looking for somewhere to take the kids for some fun, then this list of the best waterparks Ireland has to offer is sure to help you locate the best place to visit near you.

Note: please check with the individual venues for opening times. Some are only open seasonal or for the summer months, so call ahead to avoid disappointment.

Clara Lara Funpark, Wicklow,

Address: The Vale of Clara, Knockrath, Rathdrum, Co. Wicklow

One of the best waterparks in Ireland is Clara Lara located in Wicklow. Families can enjoy outdoor fun in the wilderness including an aqua shuttle, go-karts, rowing boats, and more. There are watery rope swings, raft-building, and also land-based activities to keep everyone entertained. For all-round fun and adventure, head to Clara Lara.

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Funtasia Waterpark, Louth

Address: Donore Road Industrial Estate, Unit 1 & 2, Funtasia Theme Parks, Drogheda, Co. Louth, A92 EVH6

This seasonal waterpark in Drogheda is open for school holidays including Easter and summer. The Pirate’s Cove waterpark has slides, pools, and more fun watery things for kids of all ages. If you are looking for an indoor waterpark in Louth, this is an ideal place to visit.

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A picture of some of the slides and indoor water features at Funtasia Waterpark
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Waterworld Bundoran, Donegal

Address: Atlantic Way, Dumacrin, Bundoran, Co. Donegal, F94 DR9V

If you are looking for one of the best aquaparks in Ireland and are based in or will be visiting County Donegal, then visit Waterworld in Bundoran. Operating for over 20 years, and open seasonally, this is one of Ireland’s leading aqua adventure parks. Attractions at Waterworld include a pirate ship, Tornado slide, Wave pool, and more. Kids of all ages will have a great time here and it’s the ideal place to visit if it’s raining outside.

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A picture of people in the pool and fountains in the foreground at Waterworld Bundoran
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Leisureland, Galway

Address: Salthill Rd Lower, Galway

A great waterpark to take the kids to in County Galway is Leisureland. As well as having a 25m pool, there is a 65m water slide, obstacle course, and fun pools. There is even outdoor mini-golf, and a seasonal funfair, making it a great place for a day out with kids in Galway.

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A picture of the interior kids pool at Leisureland, Galway
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Splashworld, Waterford

Address: Tramore East, Waterford

Splashworld in Tramore, County Waterford is a great place to visit for some indoor fun, especially with kids. As well as having a 25m swimming pool, the waterpark has a fun pool, slides, and more.

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A picture of some kids in the wave pool at Splashworld, Tramore
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Derrymore Springs, Westmeath

Address: Derrymore, Killucan, Co. Westmeath

A great water adventure centre to bring the kids to in Ireland is Derrywater Springs in Westmeath. An outdoor venue, families can enjoy watery fun together through kayaking, water obstacle course, water golf, and more. A great outdoor adventure centre for the family to visit.

More information. Their Facebook page has further information.

A picture of some people standing on a grassy bank looking at the obstacle course at Derrymore Springs, Westmeath
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West Coast Aqua Park and West Lake Aqua Park, Clare

Address: West Coast Aqua Park, The Marina, Kilrush, Co. Clare, and West Lake Aqua Park, Ballycuggaran, Beach, Twomilegate, Co. Clare

There are two great aqua parks in County Clare run by the same company, West Coast Aqua Park in Kilrush, and West Lake Aqua Park in Killaloe on the banks of Lough Derg.

West Coast Aqua Park has a huge inflatable course with 5 islands, and visitors can also enjoy peddle boats, a kid’s aqua park for those aged 2-5, and kayaking is also available.

West Lake Aqua Park has a wipeout inflatable course that families will love. Please note that visitors must be able to swim to attend both venues, apart from kids using the Kiddy Splash Park at Kilrush. So, if you are in Clare and are wondering “what are the best waterparks near me?”, then you won’t go wrong with one of these aquaparks.

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A picture of someone coming down one of the inflatable slides at West Coast Aqua Park
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Splash Valley Aqua Park, Wicklow

Address: Lower Main St, Glasnarget North, Rathdrum, Co. Wicklow, A67 CX62

Located on the same site as the Wicklow glamping and camping site, Hidden Valley, Splash Valley Aqua Park is one of Ireland’s newest and largest waterparks. With 1800m2 to conquer and 30 obstacles, families will love trying to make their way around the course without falling in. Guests of Hidden Valley and non-guests can use the aqua park but pre-booking is essential. Other activities at Hidden Valley include kayaking, mini-golf, laser tag, and more, and non-guests can get a combination ticket for the aqua park and 4 other on-site activities.

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A picture of part of the inflatable aqua obstacle course at Splash Valley Aqua Park
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Harbour Splash Aqua Park, Dublin

Address: The Stella, Old Pier, Coal Harbour Dun Laoghaire Harbour, Dún Laoghaire, Co. Dublin

Dublin’s first inflatable aqua park is Harbour Splash located in Dun Laoghaire. A great inflatable obstacle course that includes trampolines, climbing frames, swings, and more providing great entertainment for friends, families, and couples alike. Suitable for those over the age of 6 and under 10s must be accompanied in the water by adults.

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A picture of the inflatable obstacle course at Harbour Splash Aquapark, Dublin
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Aquazone, Dublin

Address: National Aquatic Centre, Snugborough Rd, Deanestown, Blanchardstown, Co. Dublin

Located at the Sport Ireland National Aquatic Centre in Blanchardstown, Aquazone is a great family day out in Dublin. Featuring 8 rides, slides, and experiences, kids will enjoy getting wet at this venue. Small kids are also catered for with the Pirate Ship, everyone can enjoy the wave pool, and there is a lazy river for those who don’t fancy one of the high-speed slides! Note that adults over 18 years of age must accompany a child or book as part of an adults group and cannot book alone.

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A picture of some of the water slides and lazy river at Aquazone, National Aquatic Centre
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Lough Derg Aqua Splash, Tipperary

Address: Dromineer, Co. Tipperary

Based in County Tipperary and looking for an aqua park to visit? Then head to Aqua Splash on the banks of Lough Derg. As well as the inflatable “floating playground” obstacle course, visitors to Aqua Splash can also enjoy kayaking, pedal boats, and stand-up paddleboarding.

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A picture of some of the inflatable slides at Lough Derg Aqua Splash
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Aqua Dome, Kerry

Address: Tralee, Co. Kerry, V92 T6TW

Aqua Dome in Tralee, County Kerry is one of Ireland’s largest indoor waterparks. Located along the Wild Atlantic Way, this venue offers tropical temperatures throughout the year, whatever the weather outside, making it the perfect place to bring the family for some splashy fun. Visitors can enjoy a wave pool, water slides, a lazy river, and more. Another fun on-site activity is aqua golf that you can enjoy before or after you hit the water.

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A picture of the raging rapids at the Aqua Dome, Tralee
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Blueway Waterpark, Leitrim

Address: Lough Allen Centre, Corrachuill, Drumshanbo, Co. Leitrim, N41 PD62

County Leitrim may not be somewhere you would think has a waterpark but it does! Located on the shores of Lough Allen, Blueway Waterpark is the northwest’s only inflatable waterpark. Comprising 2250m2 of trampolines, obstacles, slides, jumps, and swings, this is a fantastic inflatable course to delight kids of all ages (). Visitors can also partake in kayaking and stand-up paddleboards.

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An aerial shot of part of the aqua inflatable obstacle course at Blueway Waterpark
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Kilkee Waterworld, Clare

Address: E End, Dough, Kilkee, Co. Clare

With a range of fun features including slides, a lazy river, a bubble pool, and a kids pool, Kilkee Waterworld is a great place in Clare for kids and their families looking to enjoy some splashy fun.

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A picture of one of the water fountains at Kilkee Waterworld
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Splash Sports Watersports Centre, Kerry

Address: Sandy Bay, Magherabeg, Castlegregory, Co. Kerry

Located on the north side of the Dingle Peninsula, Splash Sports is an aquatic venue combining a water park, sailing school, and surf centre. Open during the summer months, visitors can enjoy the aquapark, canoeing, stand-up paddleboards, and even pedalo boats. Wetsuits are available for hire and it is suitable for those aged 6 and above.

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A picture of some people climbing onto an aqua inflatable in the sea at Sandy Bay Splash Sports Aqua Park
Picture Source: Sandy Bay Splash Sports Aqua Park/Facebook

Ballyhass Outdoor Adventure Centre, Cork

Address: Unnamed Road, Ballyhass, Co. Cork, P51 N990

If you are based in County Cork and looking for an aquapark to visit, then you’ll find one at Ballyhass. Actually, they have two locations with two aquaparks, one at Mallow and one at Coachford. Both sites have inflatable obstacle courses with features such as trampolines, climbing walls, swings, and more. Kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding is also available at both sites.

More information for the Mallow site can be found here, and for Coachford, here.

An aerial shot of part of the inflatable obstacle course at Ballyhass Aquapark, Mallow
Picture Source: Ballyhass Aquapark, Mallow/Facebook

Subtropical Swimming Paradise, Longford

Address: Center Parcs Longford Forest, Newcastle Road, Newcastle, Ballymahon, Co. Longford

Located in Center Parcs, Subtropical Swimming Paradise is a waterpark that is heated to 29.5˚C all year round. Enjoy thrilling water rides and slides, wild water rapids, a wave pool, and more. There is even a dedicated kids’ play area. Both guests of Center Parcs and non-guests can enjoy the Subtropical Swimming Paradise. Pre-booking is essential, particularly if you are not a guest of Center Parcs.

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A picture of the swimming pool from above at Subtropical Swimming Paradise, Longford
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Wild Atlantic Waterpark – Star Outdoors Adventure Centre, Kerry

Address: Dauros, Kenmare, Co. Kerry

The Wild Atlantic Waterpark is part of the Star Outdoors Adventure Centre in County Kerry and is a great waterpark in Ireland to visit if you are in the southwest of the country. Tackle the inflatable obstacle course with its trampoline, catapult, swings, jungle bars, and more. Other watery activities at the Star Adventure Centre include kayaking and a mini-water park, ideal for the younger members of the family.

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A picture of one of the inflatable climbing walls at the Star Outdoors Adventure Centre Aquapark
Picture Source: Star Outdoors Adventure Centre/Facebook

Dunmore East Adventure Centre, Waterford

Address: The Harbour, Dunmore East, Co. Waterford, X91 KD40

Located in County Waterford, or will be visiting and looking for some outdoor fun while you are there? Then head to Dunmore East Adventure Centre, the location for Ireland’s only Wibit Aquapark. This wipeout aquapark has new obstacles added every year, and is great fun for kids of all ages, old and new! Try your hand at spinners, slides, a huge climbing tower, and more as you try to complete the course. Other water-based activities at Dunmore East Adventure Centre include stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, and sailing.

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A picture of the inflatable aquapark course at Dunmore East Adventure Centre
Picture Source: Dunmore East Adventure Centre/Facebook

Best waterparks in Northern Ireland

If you are based in or will be visiting Northern Ireland, then these are the best waterparks in the region to visit, with or without the kids!

The Lake Kilrea, Derry

Address: 69b Bridge St, Kilrea, Coleraine BT51 5RR, Co. Derry (UK)

Northern Ireland’s largest waterpark is The Lake Kilrea. With over 11 acres of freshwater fun, The Lake Kilrea is a great place to visit if you are looking for one of the best water parks in Ireland. Ideal for those aged 6 or over, enjoy giant icebergs, wipeout balls, inflatable slides, and more. Activities also available include kayaking, paddle boarding and there is plenty of opportunities to relax out of the water. Wet suits provided.

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A picture of a boy falling off an inflatable at The Lake Kilrea
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Splash NI, Derry

Address: Maghadone Rd, Magherafelt BT45 7SW, Co. Derry (UK)

Splash NI is a 40,000m2 outdoor adventure park in Northern Ireland that is perfect for some outdoor watery fun. Featuring a huge inflatable aquapark, inland beach area, and even woodland to enjoy out of the water. Suitable for those over the age of 8, wetsuits and buoyancy aids are provided.

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A picture of one of the aqua trampolines at Splash NI
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Andersonstown Indoor Aqua Park, Antrim

Address: 132 Andersonstown Rd, Belfast, BT11 9BY, Co. Antrim (UK)

If you are based in County Antrim and have been wondering “are there any waterparks indoor near me?”, then you’re in luck. Andersonstown Leisure Centre has an indoor waterpark. Offering three high-speed water slides, a surf simulator, and a children’s adventure aqua play area, this is a great place to visit as a family. There is also a 25m pool for family swim sessions. Note that pre-booking is essential, the slides are only suitable for those over 8 years of age, and the surf sessions have a minimum height requirement.

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A picture of some features at the Andersonstown Indoor Aqua Park
Picture Source: Andersonstown Indoor Aqua Park/Facebook

Let’s Go Hydro, Down

Address: Knockbracken Reservoir, 1 Mealough Rd, Carryduff, Belfast, BT8 8GB, Co. Down (UK)

One of the best waterparks in Northern Ireland is Let’s Go Hydro, 25-minutes south of Belfast City Centre. Set on 55 acres of lakes and woodland, Let’s Go Hydro has a waterpark to rival all other waterparks in Ireland. The aquapark has an inflatable obstacle course with slides, climbing walls, trampolines, and more. And other on-site activities include kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and an outdoor lido. Open seasonally, if you are looking for watery fun near Belfast, head to Let’s Go Hydro!

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An aerial shot of the course at Let's Go Hydro Aqua park
Picture Source: Let’s Go Hydro

Final thoughts on the best waterparks in Ireland

Now that you know what are the best waterparks in Ireland to visit, with or without kids, the only question remaining, is which one will you be visiting first?

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by Cath Jordan
Cath is an Irish expat and the founder of Travel Around Ireland. She and her husband both come from Dublin, where the rest of their family remains. They regularly return to the Emerald Isle to explore the country with their son as well as to visit family. Through Travel Around Ireland, Cath shares her local expertise and knowledge with travellers and visitors to Ireland. Find out more about Cath here.

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  1. Not sure about others’ however Aquazone discriminate against 18+ adults who MUST attend in a group or with a child. Also you must book a 2 hour slot. Absolutely disgraceful

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