Galway is a great destination for a family break but we can’t always predict the weather! There is so much to see and do in all weathers to keep the family entertained all year round. So if you’re in the City while it’s raining, no panic! We have here a list of amazing things to do in Galway in the rain.
Planet Entertainment
Planet Entertainment has something for the whole family of all ages to enjoy and keep busy on a miserable day. Enjoy ten pin bowling or laser tag if you are a family who are competitive. For the smaller children, they can enjoy the ball pit with slides and much more to keep them busy. Planet Entertainment is situated at Galway Shopping Centre on the Headford Road and is just a 5-minute drive from Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway.
IMC Cinema
IMC Cinema is the perfect hideout for any family on a rainy day. Escape the rain and stock up on your favourite treats while watching the newest film releases on the big screen. The kids might also be able to enjoy their favourite flavour slush puppy and dig deep into a box of popcorn. The IMC cinema is located at the Galway Retail Park on the Headford Road, only a 5-minute drive from Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway.
Treasure Island
Treasure Island Kids Zone is the perfect activity centre to take the children on a rainy day. Let the kids run wild and enjoy several slides including their Big Blue slide, tire them out on the stairs climbing up, down and over. The kids can roam free, enjoy the ball pit, climbing frames and explore the secret tunnels and passageways. If your kids are competitive then the race car track is a perfect activity for them. Treasure Island Kids Zone is located at Merlin Park Industrial Estate and is just a short 10-minute drive from Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway.
Jumplanes
Jumplanes is the ideal place to bring energetic kids over 5 years to on a rainy day. They can literally bounce off the walls on trampolines or enjoy an indoor ice rink in the middle of summer. The staff organise indoor games including dodgeball or football. It is guaranteed to bring a smile to your kids’ faces while tiring them out. Jumplanes is situated on the Monivea Road a 10-minute drive from Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway.
Pure Skill
If you’re looking to burn some energy, Pure Skill is the perfect place to go, with it being the first of its kind in the world. Using fully automated technology, you compete in 10 different sporting challenges and try to get a score out of 100, bringing lots of competitiveness into the 2-hour game. The circuit is suitable for anyone above the age of 8 years old and pre-booking is essential. Pure Skill is only a 10-minute drive from the hotel with public transport located a short walk away and taxis easily arranged by our reception team.