Many of Ireland’s top attractions, and plenty of local ones, offer the option to buy an annual family pass or membership that would make the perfect gift. For most, as long you visit a handful of times in the year, it is better value than paying each time you visit.

So this year, rather than buying single gifts for family or friends, you could consider gifting an annual family pass to somewhere they love. They will get a full 12 months of enjoyment from your gift and get to visit some amazing places.

So whether they prefer action, adventure, nature or history, there are lots of options available. Take a look at some of our favourite annual family pass options below.

When you become a member of the Irish Heritage Trust you will enjoy:

• Unlimited entry to Irish Heritage Trust properties at Fota House Arboretum & Gardens (Cork), The National Famine Museum | Strokestown Park (Roscommon) and Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum & Gardens (Wexford).
• Garden, museum, and tour access across the properties.
• Discounted and free events across Irish Heritage Trust houses, gardens, and museums.

Cost: €150 for 2 Adults plus dependent children living at the same address

Compared to a normal family ticket? A day visit to Johnstown Castle Gardens for 2 Adults & 4 children costs €38.

Where to buy: Buy online on www.irishheritagetrust.ie

Season Ticket holders enjoy access to the Irish National Stud and Gardens all year round.

They also hold exclusive member-only events where you can meet the first of the foals before anyone else, enjoy exclusive member-only children’s events throughout the year and get news and updates on your favourite foals.

Cost: €150 for two adults and up to four children

Compared to a normal family ticket? A family ticket for 2 adults + 2 children (aged 5-16) costs €42.00

Where to buy: You can buy the family season pass on their website.

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Annual passes for the Treetop Walk & Viewing Tower at Beyond the Trees Avondale include unlimited visits throughout the year. The famous Slide is subject to both weather and capacity, and doesn’t operate during wet weather. It costs €2 per go on the Viewing Tower slide, payable at the slide on the day. U6’s slide for free, however they must be accompanied on the slide by a paying adult.

Cost: €105 for 2 Adults + up to 3 kids (aged 4-17) of €75 for 1 adult + up to 3 kids

Compared to a normal family ticket? A family ticket for 2 adults & up to 3 kids (under 18) costs €40 or €25 for 1 adult + up to 3 kids.

Where to buy: On their website www.beyondthetreesavondale.com or at the ticket office.

An annual pass to Birr Castle Demesne gives you:

• Unlimited access to the Gardens, Science Galleries and Treehouse Playground Area, within the public opening hours.
• 10 kilometres of walking trails to enjoy.
• Free membership for children age 3 years and under with any family membership.
• Regular email newsletter keeping you up to-date with news and events.
• 10% discount in the Gift Shop.
• Dogs allowed. (Subject to T&C outlined under “For our dog owners”).
• 4 Complimentary guest passes with each individual 12-month membership taken out.

Cost: €82.00 for a 12-Month Adult Membership (18-64 years), €69.50 for a 12-Month Additional Adult Membership (18-64 years) and €22 for a 12-Month Child Membership (4-17 years)

Compared to a normal family ticket? A family ticket for 2 adults + 2 children costs €30.

Where to buy: On their website www.birrcastle.com or at the ticket office.

At the moment Lough Key doesn’t offer an annual membership or season ticket but we wanted to include their car parking pass which can be purchased from the Visitor Centre for only €35, and is valid for one year from day of purchase. There are no limitations on this pass, it can be used as often as you like, so works out at fantastic value if you plan to visit regularly for picnics and activities.

You also get free parking at Lough Key when you spend €20 or more on admissions to their attractions or in the restaurant, and they do also offer combination day passes for activities to save you money.

Brigit’s Garden have an annual family pass which gives:

• Unlimited entry to Brigit’s Garden for 12 months when normal charges apply (Special Events excluded)
• 5% discount in the Garden Café and Gift Shop
• 10% discount on tickets for special events
• 20% discount for guests you bring to the gardens
• 10% discount on Summer Camps for children covered by family membership
• Monthly newsletters and updates by email

Cost: A 12 month membership for 2 adults and 2 kids costs €110, while a membership for 1 adult and 2 kids costs €70.

Compared to a normal family ticket? A ticket for a family of 5 (2 Adults, 3 Children) costs €26 from October to March and €33 from April to September.

Where to buy: To get your annual membership go online to their website www.brigitsgarden.ie

Seasonal Membership at Clara Lara Funpark covers admission and activities (height restrictions apply). An adult must be the main holder of the ticket.

Cost: Membership costs €75 per person (adult or child), so for 2 adults and 2 children €300

Compared to a normal family ticket? A day pass for an adult costs €25 while for a child it costs €30, so 2 adults and 2 children would cost €110.

Where to buy: you can buy online on their website www.claralara.ie.

Seasonal Membership at Westport House gives you:

• Unlimited use of the amusements and rides in the Pirate Adventure Park during normal opening hours.
• 25% off additional tickets for friends and family to Westport House & Pirate Adventure Park
• 10% off birthday parties in the Pirates Den indoor soft play
• Discounts on Special Events like Halloween or Winter Wonderland

Additional charges apply for adventure activities, special events such as the Halloween Fest and Winter Wonderland, carnival games, some additional attractions and rides. Membership cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers or for special events in Westport House. e.g. Santa, Events, Halloween, School Tours etc.

Cost: They have various family memberships, for a family of 4 membership is currently €240

Compared to a normal family ticket? 1 Day Pirate Pass for 2 Adults & up to 2 Children costs €70.

Where to buy: you can buy online on their website www.westporthouse.ie or at Westport House itself.

The Heritage Card provides for free admission to 45 state-managed OPW Heritage Sites located throughout the country (with the exception of Muckross Traditional Farms, Killarney) for one year from the date of first use.

NB: at certain locations, parking facilities and ancillary services are provided by other bodies or agencies, in which case there may be a charge for the use of such services, those are not covered by the Heritage Card.

Cost: A family card is €90 (Max. 2 adults & 5 eligible children aged from 12 to 18 years). Kids under 12 go free.

Compared to a normal family ticket? Prices for family tickets vary depending on site but cost on average €20-25 euros for 2 adults and 2 children (12-17yrs).

Where to buy: You can purchase an OPW Heritage Card at one of their OPW sites, some have credit card facilities. Alternatively, buy online at www.heritageireland.ie

Wells House offers an annual pass that is valid for one year, 7 days a week, offers one car entry, entry to the grounds including the Lady Frances Fairy & Gruffalo Walk, gardens, adventure playground, onsite cafe, animal farm, and non-ticketed events for the year.

Cost: Annual Family Membership for 2 adults and up to 3 children costs €99.00 + €1.50 booking fee

Compared to a normal family ticket? Family ticket for 2 Adults, up to 3 Children costs €24.00

Where to buy: buy your annual pass on their website www.wellshouse.ie or at reception

Emerald Park (formally Tayto Park) annual membership offers:

• Unlimited access to all regular attractions
• Discounts on food and beverages
• Discounted rates on special events

Cost: Annual Membership is based on a per person rate so for 4 people eg. 2 adults and 2 children costs €420.00

Compared to a normal family ticket? Family ticket with all access for 4 people costs €140 online in advance or €188 at the gate

Where to buy: buy your annual pass on their website www.emeraldpark.ie

Turoe Pet Farm offers a variety of membership options available to suit all family sizes. Members will get access to:

• The Pet Farm
• Jungle Town
• Inflatable City
• Outdoor play area
• Astro turf pitch
• Fairy nature walk

Cost: Annual Family Membership for 2 adults and up to 2 children costs €200

Compared to a normal family ticket? Family ticket for 2 Adults, up to 2 Children costs €45.00

Where to buy: buy your annual pass on their website www.turoepetfarm.ie

Airfield Annual Pass Holders enjoy:

• Unlimited visits
• Free entry to Airfield’s seasonal trails
• Discounts on selected classes & workshops
• 10% off food in Overends Kitchen

Cost: e.g. 4 Person Pass is €170

Compared to a normal family ticket? Day ticket for 2 adults + 2 children costs €34.

Where to buy: An Annual Pass can be purchased over the phone or at the Airfield Estate ticket desk.

A 12 month family membership offers plenty, including:

• Day visit admission to Bunratty Castle and Folk Park
• 10% Discount on admission to other Shannon Heritage Attractions
• 10% Discount in the Bunratty Retail Store
• 10% Discount in all food outlets including Mr O’Regan’s Café
• Free Parking
• Priority booking options for all events – additional fees apply for Easter Halloween and Christmas.
• 10% discount on Shannon Heritage Evening Entertainment Shows

Cost: €150 for 1 adult and up to 4 children or 2 adults + 2 children (children u16)

Compared to a normal family ticket? A family pass for 2 adults and 2 children costs €36

Where to buy? Buy it online on the website www.bunrattycastle.ie

A 12 month Killruddery House Membership gives you:

• Unlimited admission to the Gardens (during open season) including picnic & play areas, designated farm roads, team room
• Discounted rate for house tours
• Free admission or subsidised tickets to many events.
• Special discounts to partner activities at Killruddery including workshops, outdoor sports events, tree adventure park and Squirrel’s Scramble.

Cost: There are three tiers of membership.

• Gold Finch Killruddery Membership €100 – Five guests allowed along with the member
• Silver Fir Killruddery Membership €80 – Three guests allowed along with the member
• Copper Beech Killruddery Membership €60 – One guest allowed along with the member
  This is the total number of either adults or children who can visit Killruddery without further entrance fee, the member must be one of the guests present.

Compared to a normal family ticket? A Garden + House Tour entry ticket for 2 Adults + 2 Children costs €43.

Where to buy: You can purchase a membership on their website www.killruddery.com or at the Garden Entrance.

A Dublin Zoo Annual Family Pass offers lots of value, including:

• Free admission to the Zoo for 12 months (plus at least one adult / two children)
• You will also get free admission to Fota Wildlife Park in Cork for 12 months
• Free admission to four UK zoos during the 12 months – Edinburgh Zoo, Colchester Zoo, Twycross Zoo and Paignton Zoo
• A free subscription to quarterly magazine Zoo Matters
• Discounts on selected events, summer camps and educational programmes

Cost: €210 for Pass holder + 2 Adults + 2 Children or Pass holder + 1 Adult + 4 Children or Pass holder + 6 Children

Compared to a normal family ticket? A day ticket for 2 Adults + 2 Children costs €54 to €61.

Where to buy: Buy online on www.dublinzoo.ie or at the ticket office at the Zoo.

Members of Fota Wildlife Park get unlimited visits to the Park, as well as:

• Fota Wildlife Park Newsletters
• 10% off all Children’s Activity Camps
• Free admission to Dublin Zoo
• One visit per year to Edinburgh Zoo, Highlands Wildlife Park & Belfast Zoo (card & receipt must be produced)
• Admission concession to Paignton Zoo, Newquay Zoo, and Living Coasts (card & receipt must be produced)

Cost: €210 per year for their Conservation Pass which allows entry for Member + 2 adults + 2 kids (3-16yrs, under 3s are free) OR Member + 1 adult + 4 kids OR Member + 6 kids. They also have a Park Pass valid for Member + 2 children for €150.

Compared to a normal family ticket? A family ticket for 2 adults + 2 children costs €54.60 online or €58.00 at the gate.

Where to buy: On their website www.fotawildlife.ie or at the ticket office.

Powerscourt Estate members enjoy unlimited entry to Powerscourt Gardens, Waterfall and River Walk with playground during normal opening hours, as well as 10% discount in Powerscourt Garden Pavilion when you present your annual membership card.

Cost: Family membership pass for the year at Powerscourt costs €175 for 2 adults and up to 4 children

Compared to a normal family ticket? A family ticket for 2 adults + 3 kids to visit both the Gardens and Waterfall would cost €38.

Where to buy: You can buy it online on their website at www.powerscourt.com.

You can buy a season family pass* for Nore Valley Pet Farm allowing unlimited entry to the farm all season long (March – October). This is excellent value for money as a season pass only costs the equivalent of three normal entries to the farm.

*Season passes are for farm entry only, extra activities on site like tractor and trailer rides, go-karts, 3D maze, and crazy golf are not included. For seasonal events, check with the Farm if any extra fees apply.

Sample cost: 2 adults + 2 kids costs €111.00

Compared to a normal family ticket? A family ticket for 2 adults + 2 kids to visit for the day will cost €37.00

Where to buy: on their website www.norevalleypark.com

Odeon, Omniplex and IMC cinemas all offer membership which is usually taken on a monthly basis. Other local cinemas have their own membership deals.

• Odeon offer myLimitless monthly memebership (minimum 3 months) for €14.99 per month and entitles the member to one ticket to every movie, discounts off food & drink, exclusive invites to screenings before films go on general release. 18+ only
• Omniplex offer a  myOmnipass monthly membership (minimum 3 months) for €14.99 per month and entitles the member to one ticket to every movie including MAXX, Recline & D’LUXX options, exclusive members only screenings and more.
• IMC offers IMC Infinity for €17.99 monthly and entitles the holder to one ticket to every movie, exclusive members only screenings and one ticket daily.

Compared to a normal ticket? An adult ticket for 1 movie costs a similar price to the monthly membership fee so if you see 2 movies or more a month, you are saving money.

Where to buy: online for each cinema

Trains by James Gulliver Hancock suitable for ages 0 to 2 years

Full steam ahead! From underground trains, luxury safari trains and speedy Japanese Shinkansen trains, explore EVERY different type of train available in this colourful book for very young children (aged 0-2), as well as railway stations, the history of trains and much more. With eye-catching illustrations and easy-to-read text, this is an engaging introduction for little train-lovers.

Superworm by Julia Donaldson suitable for ages 0 to 4 years

“Superworm is super-long. Superworm is super-strong. Watch him wiggle! See him squirm! Hip, hip, hooray for SUPERWORM!” Super-long and super-strong, Superworm is always on hand to help animals and insects in need. From rescuing Baby Toad from a busy road or fishing Beetle out of a well – do not fear, Superworm is here!

Sleepy Eyes Bedtime Soothing Owl Soft Toy from Baby GUND suitable for ages 0 to 2+ years

The Sleepy Eyes Bedtime Owl is perfect for bedtime and play. Press the head & watch the eyes slowly close and hear soothing sounds as his belly gently glows.

Tonies fun audio system for kids suitable for ages 0 to 2+ years

Toniebox – the new audio system for children. Turn it on, pop a Tonie on and simply let the audio adventure begin. It’s all in one box with room for 90 minutes, so you can upload your MP3s, audiobooks or even narrate your own stories.

LEGO DUPLO Town Barn, Tractor & Farm Animal Care Playset suitable for ages 18 months+

This play-and-learn farm is an ideal developmental toy for toddlers who love animals or tractors. There are farm buildings and a tractor to build, plus farm accessories and a pig, sheep, horse, dog, hen, rooster and 2 cows to care for. As toddlers role-play the different farm activities, they build fine motor skills and develop social and emotional awareness.

The Baddies by Julia Donaldson suitable for 3+ years

The brand-new picture book from superstar author and illustrator Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler is a riot of slapstick fun and silliness. The Baddies are the meanest, nastiest ghost, witch and troll in the land. They just adore being bad, and fight over who is the worst. When a little girl moves into a nearby cottage, the Baddies can’t wait to scare her out of her wits. But the little girl quickly shows them that you don’t have to be big to be brave, and baddies don’t always win. Perfect read-aloud rhyming text and stunning pictures on every page with lots of details to spot Julia and Axel are the team that have created picture book favourites such as The Gruffalo, Stick Man, Zog and Highway Rat

Sir Adam The Brave & The Moody Monsters by David King suitable for ages 0 to 4 years

A brand new picture book adventure from the author-illustrator dream team behind the No.1 bestseller, A Hug For You, starring schoolboy Adam King in the guise of a medieval knight

When a trio of moody monsters jeopardise the Wompie Wonder Fair and throw the kingdom into chaos, something has to be done. And fast! Enter Sir Adam the Brave! Join him on his quest to save the day and find out what’s making those monsters so very moody!

David Walliams Memory Game suitable for ages 5+

A brilliantly entertaining Memory Game inspired by the stories from The World of David Walliams. Classic game of pairs featuring characters from books including Gangsta Granny, Billionaire Boy, and Grandpa’s Great Escape encourages concentration, turn taking and helps to develop memory skills.

Washimals Ocean Pets Playset suitable for ages 3+ years

Colour, clean and colour again with Crayola Washimals! Use the included Washimals markers to colour and create beautiful patterns and designs on your pets, before cleaning them off to play again! This fantastic Ocean Seashell Playset allows kids to play with new ocean themed pets at home or on the go! Features brand new pastel coloured pets in a fun beach theme that doubles as a storage solution. Contents include 2 pastel pets, 3 markers, 1 brush, 1 beach playset.

Squishmallow suitable for ages 3+ years

With a supersoft marshmallow-like texture each Squishmallow has its own fun personality shown on the hangtag. Each Squishmallow has its own unique style and design and there are loads to choose from with everything from an armadillo to a shrimp!

Cat Kid Comic Club – Collaborations by Dav Pilkey suitable for ages 6+ years

The Cat Kid Comic Club learns to collaborate in this creative, funny, and insightful graphic novel by Dav Pilkey. Excitement and imagination run wild as Naomi, Melvin, Poppy, Gilbert, Curly, and their siblings get back to making comics with originality and laughter. But wait – have they cleaned their rooms yet?! After their chores, the rambunctious group presents even more amazing mini-comics: a thrilling ride in “Chubbs McSpiderbutt”, an action-packed romp in “Frogzilla”, reflective haikus in “In the Autumn Pond”, a candy-coated mystery in “Mallo Cop”, and much, much, more.

By working together, the baby frogs discover that small things can have a huge impact. Readers of all ages will be inspired to dream up their own stories and unleash their own creativity as they dive into this pioneering graphic novel adventure from Dav Pilkey Heartfelt and humorous with an amazing cast of characters, this is the perfect present for Dog Man fans. Full colour pages throughout make it a fun and bright read!

The Friendship Fairies Go To Sea by Lucy Kennedy suitable for 6+ years

Meet the Friendship Fairies – sisters Emme, Holly and Jess. They’re just like regular girls, always messing and having fun, but they’re also fairies. Their mum works as a spy and she has a new case to crack – and this time she’s taking the Friendship Fairies along with her, to a little island off Connemara! All the girls know is that they’re going out to sea and that they need to take their swimsuits . Can Emme, Holly and Jess help their mum solve the mystery? This is the fourth book in the bestselling Friendship Fairies series by much-loved TV presenter Lucy Kennedy – magic, friendship and fun for readers aged 6+, with illustrations throughout by Phillip Cullen.

Pokémon The Collection suitable for ages 5 to 8 years

Join Pikachu for the ultimate Pokémon adventure in this creative collection! With 3 awesome activity books, a poster, a bookmark and stickers, this a perfect gift for fans of all ages. Jam-packed with Pokémon fun, this gift box contains a colouring book, search and find and a how-to-draw book.

Ravensburger Children’s World Globe, 180 piece 3D Jigsaw Puzzle suitable for ages 6 to 99 years!

This world globe is a great way to introduce your child to world geography. The design also shows different animals in the continents where they live. This puzzle uses unique plastic pieces, which slot together to build a sturdy and strong model. No glue required! Either assemble by eye or using the numbers on the reverse side.

Catan Junior suitable for ages 6+ years

Catan Junior takes place on a ring of tropical isles – including the mysterious Spooky Island, home of the Ghost Captain. Each island generates a specific resource: wood, goats, molasses, or cutlasses. You can also find gold. You start with two pirate lairs, and then build ships in order to expand your network. The more lairs you build, the more resources you may receive. Use your resources to build ships, lairs, or to get help from wise Coco the parrot.

This family game offers a world of adventure waiting to be discovered.

Spaceboy by David Walliams suitable for ages 9+ years

Ruth loves climbing trees, making a mess and throwing stones. But the thing she loves most is SPACE.

The girl is OBSESSED. She spends her days reading comics about alien invasions, doodling UFOs, watching B-movies about Earth being invaded by creatures from Mars… and gazing at the stars through her old, battered telescope.

Until one night, Ruth creeps out of bed in the attic room of her rickety old farmhouse to watch the stars – and is just dozing off when she spots something blazing across the sky. Something that looks like a flying saucer! Is she dreaming? No! And the flying saucer is on fire…

But when the UFO crash-lands in the cornfield, and Ruth rushes to help, she finds a mystery – and an adventure – beyond her wildest dreams…

Diary Of A Wimpy Kid: Diper Overlode by Jeff Kinney suitable for 9+  years

In Diper Överlöde, book 17 of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney, Greg Heffley is finding out that the road to fame and glory comes with some hard knocks.

When he decides to tag along with his brother Rodrick’s band, Löded Diper, Greg doesn’t realize what he’s getting into. But he soon learns that late nights, unpaid gigs, fighting between band members, and money troubles are all part of the rock ‘n’ roll lifestyle.

Can Greg help Löded Diper become the legends they think they are? Or will too much time with Rodrick’s band be a diper överlöde?

Keeper of The Lost Cities Series by Shannon Messenger Suitable for ages 9+years

The Keeper of the Lost Cities series is perfect for fans of Harry Potter, Rick Riordan and Amari and the Night Brothers. It tells the story of Sophie Foster and her unique telepathic abilities, something she has never spoken of, even to her family until the day she meets Fitz, a mysterious boy who also reads minds.

In the first book, Keeper of the Lost Cities, Sophie is forced to leave behind everything and start a new life in a magical world! There are currently 9 books in the series, although the 9th book, Keeper of The Lost Cities Unlocked, is known as book 8.5!

Where’s Wally Find It Fast Game suitable for ages 5+

How quickly can you spot Wally? The Where’s Wally Find It Fast game is a brilliant, fun, quick paced matching game! Pick a card that contains a multiple images of Where’s Wally and other general objects then roll the picture dice – find an image on the dice that matches one on the card to win the round. The player who finds the most matches wins. For 2-4 players it makes a perfect stocking filler that all the family can enjoy.

Robotime 3D Puzzles suitable for ages 9+

Robotime 3D puzzles are the perfect gift for any budding building and engineering enthusiasts. Offering everything from Sam’s Study to Orpheus the working Robot, you can build sturdy 3D models with moving parts that offers hours of enjoyment.

LEGO-Creator: Caravan Family Holiday Playset suitable for ages 9+ years

Creative camping adventures and fun are awaiting outdoor fans in the LEGO Creator 3in1 Caravan Family Holiday Playset. At least 3 different build-and-play experiences are possible. Kids can build a caravan with a retro car model, then rebuild it into a camper van or a detailed lighthouse. Or they can free their creativity, tap into different passions and build something totally new. Packed with accessories and features, the set also includes 3 minifigures to jump-start play.

Failosophy for Teens by Elizabeth Day suitable for ages 13+

A game-changing guide to being happier, healthier and succeeding better, from Sunday Time bestselling author Elizabeth Day! This is a handbook for when things to wrong!

The book is full of creative and inspiring advice on how to talk openly about failure and turn failure into success, build resilience for when life sends you curveballs and reframe negative thoughts about yourself and much more.

The First To Die At The End by Adam Silvera suitable for ages 15+

It’s the night before Death-Cast goes live, and there’s one question on everyone’s mind: Can Death-Cast actually predict death, or is it an elaborate hoax? Orion Pagan has waited years for someone to tell him that he’s going to die, given his serious heart condition. Valentino Prince has a long and promising future ahead of him and only registered for Death-Cast after his twin sister nearly died in a car accident. Orion and Valentino cross paths in Times Square and immediately feel a deep connection. But when the first End Day calls go out, their lives are changed for ever – one of them receives a call . . . the other doesn’t.

Told with acclaimed author Adam Silvera’s signature bittersweet touch, this story celebrates the lasting impact that people have on each other and proves that life is always worth living to the fullest.

LEGO Star Wars Luke Skywalker (Red Five) Helmet suitable for ages 16+ years

Feel the power of your creative Force as you build the Star Wars collectible Luke Skywalker (Red Five) Helmet. The buildable model of Luke’s iconic pilot headgear is the first-ever hero helmet or open helmet in the LEGO Star Wars Helmet Collection. Channel your inner Jedi to recreate authentic details, including a brick-built microphone and interior padding, plus translucent red visor elements.

Ravensburger Eiffel Tower 3D Puzzle with lights suitable for ages 12+ years

Recreate the iconic Eiffel Tower with this 216 piece 3D jigsaw which includes real working LED colour changing lights! A perfect addition to any teenagers room as it glows from red to white to blue.

Quirky Water Bottles and Travel Mugs 

From the Eoin O’Connor ‘Mutz’ collection to the Orla Kiely Metal water bottle collection and the Bioloco collection of travel mugs and water bottles, you are sure to find a suitable stocking filler for the savvy eco conscious teens in your life.

COVID has had a huge impact on Irish small businesses, many of them are family owned. When planning your child’s Christmas gift buying this year we’d love you to support these businesses if you can. Do tell them you found out about them on MyKidsTime if they ask.

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From books and family board games, to big brands like LEGO, Pokémon, Harry Potter, Squishmallows, Play-Doh, Paperchase and Crayola, Eason.com have you covered for all your gifting needs this Christmas.

Toysdirect.ie is run by McGreevy’s in Westport, Co. Mayo, a family-run toy shop since 1904. Their website offers all the top brands including LEGO, Schleich, Siku, and many more. They are committed to offering a great range of quality toys at the best value.

Owner Hazel opened Toy Corner just before Halloween 2019, in the heart of the wonderful village of Moycullen, Galway. Hazel is 7th generation in a lineage of retailers who learned the toy business from her mother and her parents before her. As well as a wide selection of toys on their online shop they also have a Boredom Busting box, a surprise box filled with lots of fun items, to a value of €50.

Did you know Schoolbooks.ie sells more than just school books? They have a range of fantastic gift ideas for busy parents including children’s books, face paints, painting sets, educational toys, games and much more.

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Patsy, owner of Tara Book Co says her aim is to nurture a love of reading in children. Once hooked on reading the benefits are many – increased comprehension, wider vocabulary, building stamina for longer reads. Tara Book Co select their books carefully, age grading each one, to make it easy to choose the right books for your child.

They can offer advice on what’s next for an avid reader or how to help a child struggling with their reading. They are strong promoters of Irish authors, illustrators and publishers, encourage and participate in Shop Local campaigns. Books are a wonderful gift to give – any time of the year.

Jiminy Eco Toys ​is an eco-specialist toy company, named after Pinocchio’s conscience Jiminy Cricket, it’s the brainchild of Dublin mum Sharon Keilthy. Jiminy.ie specialises in toys with low carbon footprints and minimal pollution-potential. They’re made from plants, not petroleum – wood, cardboard, and innovative from-plants bioplastics. You can browse by ages and activity interest area on their online shop.

The Toy Shop, based in Malahide, sells a variety of children’s toys, games, and gifts. Their range of toys has been sourced from mum Ali’s own experience as a mother of 3 children and an aunty of 20 nieces and nephews. From beautiful wooden toys, scooters, art and craft sets, games, puzzles, books, dress up sets, STEM toys they want to feed childrens’ imagination and encourage learning through play.

Nimble Fingers is a family run business based in Stillorgan. They offer high quality educational toys and art materials, thoughtfully selected from a vast number of suppliers both nationally and internationally, with toys, in particular, being selected for their play value. Current product selections include educational and wooden toys, children’s books, arts & craft materials and outdoor toys.

Since her launch in August 2012, the award-winning Lottie Dolls have become something of a global phenomenon securing the approval of industry experts, child development experts, international press coverage and most importantly, positive feedback from the parents and kids who love Lottie.

Each Lottie doll arrives in a giftable, illustrated and collectable “doll box bag” with handles with minimal plastic packaging.

Mum Fiona started Little Ones, a toy shop in Clare and on their website you will find classic toys which are fun, well designed and excellent quality but, above all, we ensure our products provide excellent play value and will spark your child’s imagination. Their suppliers select environmentally-friendly materials to produce gorgeous products which are then treated with non-toxic, water based dyes to add colour and vibrancy.

Little Dreamers started life in Galway in 2006 as a Baby & Nursery Store and now also carries a wide range of quality wooden toys with top brands include Kidkraft, Bigjigs, Le Toy and many more. They also stock educational toys and early learning resources.

Irish mum Suzie started Toys and Games Ireland, carefully selecting educational toys and wooden toys and games that you will enjoy playing with your children. They stock a wide variety, including Melissa and Doug puzzles, Hape wooden toys, Galt Toys, 4M science kits and much more.

The Bubble Room is a family run Irish Business based in Skerries since 2008, specialising in quality wooden toys, books, gifts and gadgets for kids of all ages. Brands stocked include Bigjigs, Orchard, House of Marble, Tobar, Melissa and Doug and many more.

Mimitoys started by mum Myriam Doyle in 2004 and based in Meath, sells unique, fun, quality toys for children up to the age of 14. Myriam says her favourite part of the job is to select toys that are different and will get children and parents to play together. She selects toys that will last, will be enjoyed and played with for years.

Wooden Heart is a family run business in the heart of Galway that has been supplying ethical, safe and high quality wooden toys and unique gifts for over thirty years. They source toys from over a hundred suppliers worldwide. Many of their suppliers are also family-run businesses who manufacture in Europe and are thus able to deliver goods adhering to the highest quality and standards.

Discovery Playtime is an online shop based in Dublin run by a mum of two, Mireia. She sells an abundance of educational, sensory and wooden toys for children aged from 0-6 years to promote learning through play. One of her bestsellers is her unique hands-on Discovery kits with everything you need to help encourage children’s curiosity, creativity and development of skills such as fine motor skills, problem-solving and communication.

World of Wonder Toys is an independent toy and nursery retailer with 6 shops across Munster. They offer a large selection of products for all ages and budgets, from LEGO and Our Generation dolls to outdoor toys, bikes and playhouses.

Kaliedy is an Irish online baby nursery and toy store and the exclusive stockist of Early Learning Centre toys in Ireland. Parents can shop for baby essentials (including Ireland’s largest range of feeding products and brands), nursery items, toys, and books.

Run by brother and sister Conor Brady and Ruth Roberts, Cogs The Brain Shop stocks a genius collection of fun quality products designed to build better brains and learn through play whatever your age. They have a fantastic, affordable range of educational toys, clever games (for adults and kids), puzzles, jigsaw puzzles, wooden toys, wide range of unique desk toys and brain teasers.

Stocking-Fillers.ie is the sister site of Cogs the Brain Shop and a 100% Irish-owned, family-run website offering a wide range of stocking fillers for children and adults. Find plenty of great value stocking fillers, including toys, jigsaws, board games, chocolates and socks.

Founded in 2016, Baba Box is a small Irish business specialising in baby gifts, gifts for new mums, mums-to-be and baby shower gifts featuring a unique mix of beautifully designed, luxury items from some of the best independent brands.

Síológ stocks a collection of high quality, ethically made childrenswear, toys and lifestyle products from independent Irish brands. Síológ (pronounced ‘) is the Irish word for seedling – and to help spread the eco love, each order will include a sachet of native Irish wildflower seeds to attract butterflies, bees and birds.

Robyn’s Nest is a small family-run business in Malahide, County Dublin which stocks a large range of traditional toys from brands like Melissa & Doug, Corrolle, and BigJigs, as well as an extensive selection of jewellery, homewares and and gifts.

Adams Cloud is the much loved series of beautifully illustrated & magical children’s books full of love & hugs to encourage bedtime reading and promote fun, learning & laughter in every family.

Enjoy the adventures and escapades of Adam and friends within the Irish Children’s Book of the Year classics Before You Sleep & When You Were Born along with the 7 other fun filled & educational titles. Also available is Adams Playground Jigsaw.

Visit www.adamscloud.com for these beautiful Irish books & gift sets with free books AND free shipping too if you include a pack.

Cool Food School stocks lots of cool food stuff for kids including their specially designed Food Kutter and Safety Food peeler. They also have a nice Christmas bundle that includes Kiddies Affirmation Cards and 2 pack of Kiddies Food Kutter and Safety Food Peeler.

Owner, mum Deirdre is passionate about teaching children of all ages about the joys of healthy eating.

Founded by Wicklow Mum of 2, Lou and Belle prides itself on bringing new and unique children’s brands to Ireland that are sustainable, high quality and that can be lovingly passed on to future generations. From heirloom dolls to handmade wooden toys and music boxes that play the Harry Potter theme tune, louandbelle.com has a range of beautiful Christmas gifts for the little ones in your life.

The online boutique offers beautifully presented pre-made gift boxes or customers can get creative and curate their own. All gift boxes have been designed by Irish artist Pickled Pom Pom and can be delivered direct to the recipient if required, an ideal solution if sending gifts from abroad.

Wonderfully Weathery Books is an Irish owned business set up to publish a series of children’s picture books. The books are about a land called Weatherville – Where the weather lives!

The aim of these books is to teach children about the weather by introducing them to different weather characters and showing how they interact together to create different types of weather. There are four books available in the Weatherville series:

• Riley Rainbow and the Colour Catastrophe looks at the magic of how rainbows are formed.
• Chloe Cloud and the Friendly Fog explores different types of clouds with a fun twist.
• David Drizzledrop and the Puddle Party dives into understanding the water cycle and where all that rain comes from
• Fifi Flurry and the Sleepy Snowflake is the new book and will jump into the world of snowflakes.

The collection of books are available online at www.wonderfullyweatherybooks.com

Subscription boxes offer a range of hands-on activities aimed at particular age ranges and interests. They’re all about learning through doing and imagining rather than only reading. Your level of supervision depends largely on your child’s need, but some need more adult involvement than others.

Suitable for: Ages 3-8, sibling boxes available

Frequency: Monthly

Price: 1, 3, 6 and 12-month subscription packages from £5.95/€8.50 per month + postage

This is a good all-rounder activity box that includes craft activities, a magazine featuring puzzles, games, recipes, and an assortment of stickers. Your child’s personalised box contains all supplies needed to make that month’s craft.

toucanBox boasts Montessori-influenced STEAM learning and creativity. They’ll have some hands-on fun and learn a bit about science and artists as well. Parental involvement will depend on your child’s age.

Suitable for: Ages 3-8, sibling boxes available

Frequency: Monthly

Price: £13.95/€16 per month

Getting muddy has been popular with children since forever, but now you can channel their love of mud for education and creativity.

Mud & Bloom boxes include seasonal activities such as nature crafts, seeds to plant, and games. Children will search for some of the materials outdoors, and there are small parts and things to read, so parents should supervise.

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Suitable for: Ages 4-10

Frequency: Monthly

Price: £25/€30 for the initial shipment, then £12/€14 per month

Geo Journey is a fun way for children to learn about the world around them via facts, fun and even souvenirs.

The initial shipment is a sturdy little suitcase, a personalised letter, passport, travel journal and more. After that, each month your child will receive a personalised letter from Geo the owl and Atlas the puppy about their travels around the world with stickers, activities, booklets and a little souvenir from each destination (e.g. a boomerang from Australia). Smaller children will need help reading the letter, but older ones can do it independently.

Space Journey is a similar offering, instead focussing on the solar system, space and astronaut life.

Suitable for: Ages 6+

Frequency: Monthly

Price: From £11.25/€15 per box

If your child enjoys science and engineering, the Letterbox Lab subscription is just the thing. Everything you will need for the experiments is provided, so there is no prep time or extra materials to go hunting for.

There are two subscription offers to choose from:

• Explore is for kids aged 6+ and includes 3-4 activities designed to occupy a few hours.
• Investigate is for ages 8+ and includes experiments and lab equipment (save everything for future boxes!) and can keep children busy for about six hours. The age is higher because it involves some reactive chemicals.

These boxes require supervision, but they include everything you’ll need except water.

Suitable for: Ages 3+

Frequency: Monthly

Price: From £7.25 per month for 12 months

Receive a fun-filled seasonal box every month to combat any day, not just rainy ones. Each Rainy Day Box contains several fun activities, separately packaged within the box, simple instructions, a reward chart, reward sticker and more.

Suitable for: Ages 7-11

Frequency: Monthly

Price: €140 per year

This one is a great gift for animal-loving children. First, you’ll receive a welcome pack which includes an interactive world map, collectible animal cards, and an exclusive Amazing Planet pin badge. Then, each monthly Amazing Planet box focuses on a different part of the world and its animal population, allowing your child to get up-close-and-personal with the local wildlife, with the help of themed booklets, interactive animal cards and gifts.

This one won’t get the kids off the screens entirely as it pairs with the Amazing Planet app (available for both iOS and android) for photos, quizzes and games that bring everything to life using augmented reality. Parental involvement depends on your child’s reading ability.

Suitable for: Babies to teens

Frequency: Monthly or bi-monthly, depending on the subscription

Price: Varies

KiwiCo offers a range of boxes for different ages from newborns to older teens, with plenty to appeal to all ages and interests, from science and crafts to kitchen skills and art.

• The Panda Crate caters for babies up to age 2 with the contents changing as your baby develops. This could be a good gift for anyone who is expecting because you can order it in advance and give the due date.
• The Koala Crate for preschoolers includes 2-3 projects around a theme such as camping, rainbows or a doctor visit.
• The Kiwi Crate for ages 5 to 8 features STEM-focused crafts for fun, interactive learning. They can make a kite, a stomp rocket or an arcade claw game, for example.
• The Atlas Crate teaches 6-11 year olds about different countries through crafts, recipes and games.
• The Yummy Crate gets 6-14 year olds into the kitchen to unlock the science of cooking and gain confidence in the kitchen.
• The Tinker Crate is aimed at ages 9+ and takes the STEM learning up a notch with projects such as building a walking robot, a hydraulic claw and a trebuchet.
• The Doodle Crate is full of crafts for young artists aged 14+, such as felt succulent plants and homemade soap.
• The Maker Crate is a more design-oriented collection of crafts for ages 14+, such as a clay desk organiser and macrame plant hangers.
• Budding engineers aged 14+ will enjoy the Eureka Crate projects, including an articulated desk lamp and a wooden ukulele.

Suitable for: Teens

Frequency: Monthly

Price: £24.95 per month

Each month, you’ll receive a limited edition craft kit to make beautiful things and learn new skills. It could be book-binding, ceramics, macrame, paper-making, cyanotype printing – or something completely different!

All Craftiosity kits come with the essential tools and materials in the box and step-by-step instructions to make something you’ll love. Better still, there are video tutorials you can watch to help you complete the project.

Suitable for: Ages 2+

Frequency: Monthly

Price: 1, 3, 6 and 12-month subscriptions available; from $87 for 3 months

Each month your budding chef can look forward to a new culinary adventures with award winning educational food and culture kits from Eat2Explore. They will get to explore a new country across 4 continent groups every month.

They also offer gluten-free and vegetarian subscription gifts.

Suitable for: Babies to teens

Frequency: Monthly

Price: From £34.99 for 3 months

The Willoughby Book Club offers numerous book subscription gifts to choose from, including several for children:

• Baby Book Club is a great introduction for children aged 0-12 months
• Toddler Book Club will help foster a lifelong love of books and reading for 1-3 year olds
• Children’s Book Club is the perfect gift for budding readers aged 4-12 years old, based on their reading interests
• Young Adult Book Club for ages 13+ will introduce new fiction titles and keep teens engaged with reading.

Suitable for: Ages 5+

Frequency: Monthly

Price: 1, 3, 6 and 12-month subscriptions available; from £2.oo per month

Make reading and writing the highlight of your child’s week with this highly personalised subscription that includes real letters from a magical cat!

With his first letters, Banjo sends a big, beautiful world map poster so that your child can track along with him on his travels and add stickers to it with every country that he visits. Twice a month Banjo visits new countries and sends personalised letters, along with a recipe, stickers, colouring-in sheet, reply stationery and travel guide for that country.

Better still, Banjo will reply to your child!

Suitable for: Varies

Frequency: Monthly

Price: From £9 per month

The Little Bakers Club is a monthly box which is delivered to your Little Baker, so they can learn to bake something, from monster cupcakes to flapjacks to cake pops. Each box includes all the pre-weighed dry ingredients, a step-by-step recipe card, and a little activity to do.

Suitable for: Ages 0-14

Frequency: Monthly

Price: €150

Imagine the excitement of receiving a new book in the post each month! This book subscription gift from Dubray is ideal for the younger booklover in your life, as a new, gift-wrapped book is delivered each month, chosen to suit their tastes and interests and to encourage a love of reading.

Currently this service is only offered to a delivery address on the island of Ireland.

Magazine subscriptions are a tried and true staple for all ages, and most magazines will offer some kind of subscription (frequency may vary). These are a great idea for both avid readers and for kids who need some fun encouragement to read.

Suitable for: Ages 6-11

Frequency: 13 issues per year

Price: €45 per year

Each month’s issue of Nat Geo Kids is packed full of fascinating facts, puzzles and breath-taking imagery about the environment, animals, history and culture.

Suitable for: Ages 7-14

Frequency: Weekly

Price: £84.99/€100 for 6 months

If you’ve ever hidden vegetables in other foods, you’ll appreciate the logic of this comic. Yes, The Phoenix includes fun and silly comic stories, but it also sneaks in some history and encourages children to draw their own comics.

Suitable for: Ages 8-13

Frequency: Monthly

Price: €76 per year

Aimed at curious and confident readers, Aquila makes science, history and general knowledge accessible to children, combining articles with puzzles and beautiful illustrations. Each issue focuses on a theme such as dinosaurs or coding.

Suitable for: Babies to teens

Frequency: Weekly

Price: Intro offer of first 3 months for £10; £49 for 6 months

Join Dennis, Gnasher, Minnie and all their Beano friends in this classic comic favourite that generations have enjoyed. With a Beano subscription, you’re guaranteed your weekly helping of mischief, mayhem and crazy comic fun by having it delivered straight to your door, before it’s in the shops.

The Amazon Holiday Toy List is put together to help parents shop and find gifts to delight their child with just a few clicks. Shoppers can shop by age or brand or browse categories such as Pretend Play, Movies and Entertainment and Tech for Kids.

They also have their Toys We Love list which includes some fab choices this year from Bitzee to Barbie! There are plenty of classic brands on there too including Monopoly, Fisher Price and Disney.

This LEGO Creator 3 in 1 animal toy features 3 animals, a parrot toy perched on a branch, a playful frog and a toy fish.

The jointed parts allow movement of the body and there are easy to follow picture gudies to make construction easy and fun.

Suitable for age 7+

Buy from Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com.

The Melissa and Doug toy dentist play set contains 26 pieces. It is the perfect way for children to learn about dental hygiene while having fun. It can also assist in allaying the fears of kids visiting the dentist as they can ‘pretend’ to clean, fit braces and fill cavities on an over-sized set of toy teeth.

Suitable for ages 3+

Buy from Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com.

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Barbie is sure to be popular on toy lists this Christmas 2023 and the Barbie Dream House Pool Party is currently one of the top picks on the Amazon Holiday Toy List for 2023.

With 75 accessories, including a stylish pool with a slide from the top of the 3 story house into the pool, a pet elevator and 10 different play areas, hours of fun are guaranteed.

Suitable for ages 4+

Buy from Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com.

Kids of all ages can blast off to a fun adventure with the Little Tikes adventure rocket. Children can pilot the starship, look through the telescope, fix wires on the exterior maintenance panel or crawl through the escape hatch. And the swivel chair and star viewer screen make it feel like flying through the galaxy, so make a wish and let the dreams soar.

Suitable for age 2+

Buy from Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com.

Bitzee is a digital toy pet that needs your love and care. Each Bitzee starts as a baby — feed them, play with them, rock them to sleep and give them love to help them grow from baby, to adult, to Super Bitzee

The more you play, the more Bitzee pets you’ll unlock. Use treats to attract a new Bitzee pet. Collect all 15 interactive animals, like a cat, bunny, unicorn and more

Recommended age 5+

Buy from Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com.

Transformers robots have always been more than meets the eye, but now, through the Transformers Collaborative, fans can experience these larger than life characters as they team-up, mash-up, and meet up with other characters, teams, and people who share this same special quality.

The Tyrannocon Rex figure converts into T. rex mode in 27 steps and the Autobot JP93 figure converts into licensed Ford Explorer mode in 18 steps. Both figures feature deco and details inspired by the Jurassic Park movie.

Recommended age 8+

Buy from Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com. 

This LEGO Star Wars Ahsoka Tano’s T-6 Jedi Shuttle set includes 4 LEGO Star Wars mini figures, a buildable toy starship, lightsabers and blasters.

Kids can retract the landing gear for flight mode, use stud shooters, land the shuttle and team up with Sabine Wren to battle against Marrok.

Suitable for age 9+

Buy from Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com.

This classic Fisher Price little people interactive farm play set has lights, music, sounds, and Smart Stages learning content and comes with 1 farmer figure, 4 animal figures, and 2 food play pieces for hours of interactive play fun.

Suitable for 12 months+

Buy from Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com. 

A Kitty-Powered Russian Roulette Card Game – The hit party game for family and friends who are into kittens and explosions and laser beams and sometimes goats! This fun game is beginner-friendly and quick to learn.

If you draw an Exploding Kitten, you lose and you are full of loser sad-sauce. All the other cards in the deck help you avoid or mitigate your risk of drawing an Exploding Kitten. If you don’t explode, YOU WIN!

Suitable for ages 7+

Buy from Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com.

The Hasbro Furby interactive toy is predicted to be a top toy hit with boys and girls this Christmas.

They come in a range of colours and want to be your child’s best friend! They can move, talk, sing, glow and react to your child’s voice.

Your Furby can answer up to 600 questions and your child can unlock 5 game modes. It doesn’t connect to the internet but once 2 Furbys are together, they can interact with each other, making them the perfect gift for best friends.

Buy on Amazon.co.uk. and Amazon.com

Suggested age: 6-12 years

The Fire HD 10 Kids Pro is available on Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com

Description

Fire HD Kids Pro is a popular tablet for kids, and this year you can get a 1 year subscription to Amazon Kids+ included (with access to thousands of books, movies, TV shows, educational apps, and games), a 2 year worry-free replacement guarantee, and a durable kid-friendly case.

In addition to Kids+ content, Kids Pro tablets include access to a digital store. Children can request apps, while parents approve purchases and downloads.

The web browser comes with built-in controls designed to help filter out inappropriate sites and let parents add or block specific websites at any time.

Children can also make voice and video calls and send announcements over WiFi to approved contacts with an Alexa-enabled device or the Alexa app.

Main Features on Fire HD 10 Kids Pro

• 10.1″ HD display screen
• 2 Year worry-free guarantee (“If it breaks, return it and we’ll replace it for free”)
• Slim, kid-friendly case
• Screen made with strengthened aluminium silicate glass
• 1 year free subscription of Amazon Kids + included
• 32GB storage (expandable by up to 1 TB)
• Up to 12 hour battery life
• 2MP front-facing camera and and 5MP rear-facing camera
• Built in microphone
• Easy to use parental controls

Apps & Games

The Fire HD 10 Kids Pro comes with 1 year free subscription of Amazon Kids+, packed with fun and educational content from Disney, Harry Potter, LEGO, National Geographic and more. Hand-curated and age-appropriate, it includes thousands of popular apps, games, videos, books and Audible audiobooks.

Children can request more content from the digital store, like Netflix, Roblox or Minecraft. Parents can approve the purchases and downloads, as well as give access to more content.

Safety & Parental Controls

Access easy-to-use controls in the Parent Dashboard via the Amazon Kids app or website to set limits and educational goals, view usage history, and enable access to voice and video calling, the digital store and web browser.

Suggested age: 4-8 years

The LeapFrog RockItTwist is available on Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com

Description

The LeapPad Rockit Twist is a handheld console, the perfect learning toy to get started with maths, literacy, science and encourage creativity. Loads of fun guaranteed as kids guide characters through puzzles, play music and much more.

Twist, turn, play and learn with the RockIt Twist rotatable, single-player game system! Four sides of colourful, light-up controls include buttons, dials, a spinner, slider, switch and D-pad to provide a totally unique way to play exciting video games.

Twelve preloaded games across five categories have three levels of difficulty that help kids learn skills including literacy, math, problem-solving and creativity all while having fun! Make delicious recipes and stir, weigh, chop and more as you bake in the Cookie’s Sweet Treats game pack. Dig into the prehistoric world and search for fossils and more in the Dinosaur Discoveries game pack.

The game packs also include two virtual RockIt Pets, a doughnut named Sprinkles and a dinosaur named Sprout. Since there’s no need for WiFi, kids can play anywhere. Listen to your own music with the built-in MP3 player with volume controls and headphone jack. Expand the fun and learning with additional games for download from the LeapFrog App Center (sold separately).

Main Features

• 12 preloaded games across five game play categories have three levels of difficulty that help kids learn skills including literacy, maths, problem solving, science and creativity.
• There’s no need for WiFi, kids can play anywhere.
• Listen to your own music with the built-in MP3 player
• 2 game packs included, more games available to buy from LeapFrog App Centre.
• Rechargeable batteries included.

Available from Currys

Description

An idea can strike anywhere. Don’t let it get away and capture it with the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite 10.4” 4G Tablet. Edit photos, jot down notes and browse the web on the 10.4” touchscreen.

Whether you’re sketching out a new design or scribbling down notes in a lecture, unleash your creativity with the Bluetooth-connected S-Pen. Feel like you’re writing on paper with precise, accurate movement and pressure sensitivity.

A new, improved user experience allows for wider customisation. And sharing all your stuff with the rest of the family has never been easier. Syncing with other Samsung devices takes just seconds.

Main Features of the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite

• 10.4″ display
• 128GB storage (expandable up to 1 TB with a microSD card)
• 5MP front-facing camera and 8MP rear-facing camera
• Up to 13 hours battery life
• S Pen included

Available from Currys and other retailers nationwide.

Description

If you are looking for a general family use tablet, then iPads are ideal for both parents and children. The 10.2″ iPad is one of the most popular tablets currently on the market.

Powered by a A13 Bionic chip, iPad makes multitasking easier than ever. Sketch out your latest masterpiece with your 1st generation Apple Pencil (sold separately), switch between apps and stream shows. All without being slowed down.

Main Features of the iPad

• 10.2″ display for razor sharp text and images
• Light sensors to adjust colour of the display depending on where you are
• Up to 10 hours battery life
• Built-in 8MP Wide camera and 12 MP Ultra Wide FaceTime HD camera
• 256GB storage

From board games and LEGO to dolls, action figures and STEAM toys that will get the creative juices flowing, we’ve rounded up a mix of fantastic gifts for all ages at a variety of price points.

Barbie dolls and accessories are always a popular choice. This year with the release of the new Barbie movie, it’s predicted that Barbie dolls and play sets will be even more popular.

Top of the list from Mattel is the all new Barbie Dream House. Featuring 3 storeys, a slide from the top, pet elevator and puppy play areas!

The Melissa and Doug pretend Barber Play Set is set to be a top choice for many this year.

The set contains everything you need for an afternoon of imaginative play (pretend) trimming and cutting hair and beards!

The Bitzee Interactive Digital Pet Toy is a virtual pet that you can touch and feel!

Each pod comes with 15 virtual Bitzee pets that need your love and care. Each Bitzee starts as a baby and as you feed them, play with and give them love, watch them transform into a super Bitzee!

Standing at over 61cm tall, Gabby’s Purrfect Dollhouse is packed full of exciting features to find, including a Dollhouse Delivery tower, working Cat-A-Vator, sounds and so much more.

With a Gabby Girl collectible figure, Pandy Paws figure, furniture for each room, three accessories and two Dollhouse Deliveries, you can get right to the fun straight out of the box.

Just like in the show, drop a delivery in the tower and press the button to retrieve it – unbox it to find a surprise accessory inside. With so many rooms and surprises to discover, play out endless adventures with Gabby and her best pal, Pandy Paws.

Also set to be popular is the Gabby Girl Toy, which stands at 8 inches tall and has removable cat ears!

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The Hasbro Furby interactive toy is predicted to be a top toy hit with boys and girls this Christmas.

They come in a range of colours and want to be your child’s best friend! They can move, talk, sing, glow and react to your child’s voice.

Your Furby can answer up to 600 questions and your child can unlock 5 game modes. It doesn’t connect to the internet but once 2 Furbys are together, they can interact with each other, making them the perfect gift for best friends.

Kids can explore Barbie’s daring fashion statements with the Barbie Extra Doll, her adorable pet unicorn-pig and 15 accessories that let children create unique looks.

The Barbie Extra dolls blend bright colours with trendy fashions, making big statements! Each Barbie doll rocks a unique playful style, and each doll toy comes with an adorable pet full of personality!

Also set to be popular this year are the Barbie Movie Dolls including Ken, Margot Robbie as Barbie, Gloria and the President Barbie collectible.

Suitable for babies and toddlers up to 36 months, the Fisher Price Mix and Learn DJ Table encourages interactive play to stimulate the senses and improve fine motor skills.

The activity table has 100+ songs and phrases to learn, a piano keyboard, lights and 3 smart stages of learning. You can record and play back messages and teach your baby about colours, shapes, numbers and more.

With over 1500 pieces, the LEGO Christmas Holiday Main Street set is suitable for children aged 8+.

Recreate your very own Christmas street at home with a toy store, music store, a streetcar, postbox, town clock, Christmas tree and mini figures to populate the street.

It’s Bananas (aka The Monkey Tail) Game will add laughs to any gathering! Suitable for ages 6+ you just need 2 players to get the game started.

With over 250 million views on TikTok, order yours now as this family game is tipped to be on all Christmas wish lists this year.

Another Barbie item for the top 20 list is the Barbie Cutie Reveal Doll.

Each one reveals 10 surprises in one package which include accessories and a pet. With colour changing surprises and twinkle-shine face details. The Barbie Reveal doll is especially great for kids aged 3 to 7 years who love surprises!

Recapture the magic of Super Mario 64 with this buildable LEGO Super Mario Question Mark Block – a 2,064-piece collectible set that LEGO and gaming fans will love.

Open the block to reveal 4 detailed Super Mario 64 levels: Peach’s Castle, Bob-omb Battlefield, Cool, Cool Mountain and Lethal Lava Land. Includes 10 LEGO Super Mario microfigures, including Mario, Yoshi, Princess Peach, and King Bob-omb.

For interactive play, add the LEGO Mario or LEGO Luigi figure (sold separately) and collect 10 hidden Power Stars to reveal secret reactions and more.

The Polly Pocket Pollyville Resort Rollaway doubles as a playset and storage unit. It comes with 4 Polly Pocket dolls, 25+ accessories and 3 floors for hours of imaginative play fun.

Once your child has finished playing, everything can be packed into the hand rollaway case and stored for next time.

Give kids a big place to explore their imaginations with this 3-foot-tall Play Doh Ultimate Ice Cream Truck. Hear classic ice cream truck jingles and cash register sounds to make kids feel like they’re really running their own business.

Make Play-Doh ice cream treats with the soft serve machine and scooping station, decorate with the sprinkle maker, tools and moulds, and check out customers at the register. They can also use the scoop to make pretend hard ice cream.

Spark creativity with the cones, dishes, stampers, moulds and other Play-Doh tools plus 12 classic modelling compound colours such as brown, blue, green, pink, and white.

The Mr Beast Feastable chocolate bars are set to be a top seller for Christmas 2023. Closely followed by the Youtube Gamers clothing range.

The range includes hoodies, pyjamas, t-shirts and tracksuits and are suitable for boys, girls, men and women.

Take a photo and print it instantly with the VTech KidiZoom PrintCam. The flip-up lens allows for easy selfies too. The camera is jam-packed with fun features like special photo effects, stamps and borders, 3 games, panoramic prints and comic strip maker.

You can also turn your photos into line drawings to colour. Kids can also use the print shop to print games, design and print your own cards, pretend money, accessories and more.

The GraviTrax Marble Run starter pack includes 122 pieces and 9 ready-to-go track instructions. This STEM track system is powered by magnets, gravity and kinetic energy – just build your track and set the Gravity Spheres rolling.

Create your own routes and crazy trick shots. If the Gravity Spheres stop or fly off before reaching the target, put your problem solving skills to the test and try something new.

No batteries required. Suitable for those aged 8 years+ and all GraviTrax Pro products are compatible giving you endless possibilities for design and construction.

Children will be looking to grow their Squishmallow collection this Christmas and the Emerald Galaxy Seahorse is proving to be a top toy for Christmas 2023.

Your favourite retro toy teams up with Stranger Things! Create art with light with this high-definition Stranger Things Special Edition Demogorgon Hunters Lite-Brite set in retro packaging for fans 14+ to collect and display.

Also includes, Stranger Things stickers to customise your unit frame and a branded pouch to carry and store your pegs in.

This unique handmade toy puppy comes with a reversible kennel that turns into a puppy park!

If you are not quite ready for the real thing, this adorable Cockapoo ‘Chester’ is the perfect way to introduce a pet into your home.

Available from Le Mieux and other stockists from early September 2023

Help your little one to unwind during the day and prepare for a night of peaceful sleep with the Fisher-Price Meditation Mouse plush toy. This soft mouse toy comes in an adorable design, featuring a variety of soft and satiny textures, an embroidered face and super cute pyjamas.

This Fisher-Price plush toy features a glowing belly light that can help to calm and comfort your baby, sending infants drifting off to sleep so that they can have happy dreams.

The Meditation Mouse plush toy features three calming modes to choose from, including a daytime relaxation session, a nighttime soothing sounds mode, and a 3-part bedtime wind-down exercise.

The Little Live Pets Mama Surprise now comes in mini formats! With each set you get a hutch playset, little live pet mama and 2 to 4 surprise babies along with accessories!

Nurture your ‘pet’ and wait for her babies to arrive!

The Hot Wheels City Ultimate Hauler transforms into a stomping T-Rex and comes  with race track, lights and sounds.

Best of all, it can store up to 20+ hot wheels cars and cars can be launched from the mouth of the T-Rex for extra fun play.

Magic Mixes newest release The Magic Genie Lamp is set to top toy wishlists this Christmas 2023.

Children can follow the magic steps to reveal their own plush toy surprise.

In Star Wars Villainous: Power of the Dark Side, you’ll play as an iconic Star Wars Villain. Choose Darth Vader, Kylo Ren, General Grievous, Asajj Ventress, or Moff Gideon. Each Villain has a unique objective and abilities.

Meddle with your opponents by forcing them to face off against Jedi and heroes like Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, and The Mandalorian.

Have all the fun of the fair at home with a stylish Retro Candy Floss maker.

Perfect for parties, get togethers and Christmas gatherings. This machine comes with a measuring spoon and 10 red/white sticks so you can start to make your own candy floss right away. But you can order extra flavours and tastes including coloured sugar. There are also sugar free options available.

Experience all-terrain performance with the remote control all terrain Batmobile! This monster truck drives on water and any terrain with amazing performance and speed.

With a water-resistant body and lightweight custom tires, you can chase super-villans on all terrains, snow, mud, ice, water, grass and rock using your remote control. The Batman all terrain Batmobile is compatible with all 4″ Batman figures from the Justice League and DC comics universe.

The squishy nature of DoodleJamz JellyBoards create an amazing sensory touch experience, similar to finger-painting but without the mess. JellyBoards gel is 100% non-toxic and sealed securely inside the frame.

Now you can fidget and create art at the same time! JellyBoards has the squishy, tactile feel of fidget toys but also allows kids to express their creativity.

The perfect gift for Harry Potter fans, this is the first LEGO buildable model of Dobby the House Elf.

Once built, the figure has a posable head, ears, arms and fingers so children can change his look. The set comes with a display stand, Aunt Petunia’s floating pudding cake, a Tom Riddle diary and Harry Potter’s sock.

Kids will love this pretty Crayola unicorn that can be coloured and styled again and again.

Use the washable markers to create a design and style the mane with the hairbrush and beads that are included with the set. Afterwards, simply wipe the unicorn clean and start again.

A sequel to the popular Throw Throw Burrito card game, Throw Throw Avocado is a dodgeball card game for adults and children. Collect and match sets of cards quicker than your opponents while throwing and dodging squishy airborne avocados!

Throw Throw Avocado has simple and easy to learn rules, quick rounds of play, and is perfect for multiple family occasions.

Easily adjusted and simple to use, the 100% organic cotton Little Seeds swaddling blankets create a familiar womb-like feeling for your newborn.

These self-fastening swaddles are easier to use than traditional swaddles and will create a safe and comforting feel for your baby, sending them into a snuggly and secure sleep.

Keep all shapes and sizes of bottle- and breast-feeding gear, sippy cups, nipples, soothers, pump parts and more together with this clever baby bottle dryer rack. The space-saving drying rack has a removable, reversible drip tray can be set to either catch water or drain into sink.

Tummy time is an important daily activity that helps your little one develop strong neck, arm, core and leg muscles and develops co-ordination so they’ll be prepped, ready for crawling and walking in no time.

This soft and cuddly Nuby Activity Pillow designed for tummy time practicing is so much fun. Pop your baby on their tummy and let them use it as a soft support to roll about on or as a play station to stimulate their senses. The little penguin with mirror and polar bear teddies will no doubt become your baby’s favourite pals too.

Enjoy peace of mind with nine baby care items to ensure you have the essentials in the early weeks and months. This Tommee Tippee healthcare set includes a digital thermometer, a nasal aspirator, baby nail scissors, baby nail clippers, emery boards, a baby toothbrush, and a baby hairbrush and comb set.

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Child’s Farm is created for the most delicate skin, and this baby bundle set is the perfect 3-step baby bedtime routine. Start with baby bedtime bubbles at bath time, then a fragrance-free baby wash, and finish with the super soft baby moisturiser.

Suitable for sensitive and eczema-prone skin, from newborn onwards.

Capture your baby’s first year in weeks, months and memorable moments with Milestone Original Baby Cards. Add a card and the date to your baby’s pictures to never forget your little one’s memorable moments.

Thirty different cards are provided in the lovely gift box to ensure as many moments as possible are covered so you can record all special moments such as, a first smile, rolling over, sitting up, and more.

When it comes time to start weaning your baby, preparing for the inevitable mess is important! These Munchkin Stay-Put Bowls feature a strong suction base, which really helps when your little one decides to start launching everything into the air…

Each non-slip Munchkin bowl features deep sides for easy scooping, encouraging independent feeding.

Delightfully soft and comfortable, these timeless KiddyCare hats are ideal for your new baby and, reassuringly, are made from certified organic cotton. Available in several neutral colour sets.

The Digi Duckling floats on the surface of the water, giving you with an accurate digital water temperature reading to keep baby safe, whilst blending in with your child’s other bath-time toys.

When your little one arrives, you may be inundated with kind gifts of clothing or hand-me-downs in a range of sizes. These clever Cozy Hedgehog wardrobe dividers can help you to organise your child’s clothing by age/size and by clothing type so you can see what you have at a glance.

These Elli & Raff Hooded Towels are perfect for snuggling up after baby’s bath time. The soft and durable 100% cotton fabric is embroidered with a star pattern and is ideal for keeping little ones warm and dry.

Make bath time fun with the help of the Moby Waterfall Bath Rinser from Skip Hop. The new Rinser features interior fins that channel a wide steady flow of water to ensure quick, cry-free rinses during bathtime. A soft rubber lip fits snuggly against babies forehead, which prevents water from getting into sensitive eyes.

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My Mum is Fantastic is a celebration of an amazing mum – and mums everywhere!

The mum in this book is truly fantastic. She’s a brilliant artist, she can balance on a tightrope, she can swim like a fish, do amazing stunts on a bike and she can tame wild animals… in fact, there’s very little this astounding mum can’t do.

The book ends: “It’s great to have a mum like mine. It’s fantastic!” And no one can argue with that!

I think my mummy’s MAGIC – I notice every day . . .
That whenever MAGIC happens, Mummy’s never far away!

From a morning cuddle to a bedtime kiss, follow a mum and her little one through the day as they find magic in the simplest of things. My Mummy is Magic is the perfect gift to share with Mum on Mother’s Day and every day.

In this stunning gift edition of Mother’s Day, a classic story by Kate Greenaway-winning author Shirley Hughes, Katy and her little brother Olly tell us about their day with Mum.

From the fun of waking up in the morning, getting the bus into town with Mum or even stories all together at bedtime, this joyous tale gives readers a snapshot into a child’s day and celebrates the special bond between a mother and child.

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I Love Mum is a beautiful little gift book from The Very Hungry Caterpillar and the perfect way to say ‘I love you, Mum!’

Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar for a celebration of love and all the ways to tell your mum how much you care. This delightful little book features Eric Carle’s bright and distinctive artwork of animal mums and babies – from giraffes and crocodiles to bears and penguins – with The Very Hungry Caterpillar making an appearance alongside each one.

Mama’s love is brighter than the sun, even on the rainiest of days. This celebration of a mother-daughter relationship is perfect for sharing with little ones!

On a rainy day when the house smells like cinnamon and Papa and Luca are still asleep, when the clouds are wearing shadows and the wind paints the window with beads of water, I want to be everywhere Mama is.

With lyrical prose and a tender touch, Mama and Me is an ode to the strength of the bond between a mother and a daughter as they spend a rainy day together.

Push, pull and slide the tabs to celebrate Mother’s Day in I Love My Mummy! Play together in the park, bake delicious cookies and snuggle up for a story, then thank Mummy for everything she does for you!

Children will love playing with this bright and colourful board book with gentle rhyming text and wonderful illustrations by Louise Forshaw.

Join little rabbit and his mummy as they spend a glorious sunny day together in the meadow. Little rabbit finds love everywhere, but knows that a mummy’s love is always the best love of all.

Love features a tenderly-told rhyming text and delightful illustrations from Emma Dodd.

My Mum is Magnificent is a read-aloud, read-again rhyming board book that celebrates the brilliance of Mums everywhere – ideal for parents and chiddlers to read and share together. The perfect gift for your magnificent mum this Mother’s Day!

‘I love my mummy because… ‘

Everyone’s mummy is the best. And who better to tell the world than children themselves? Why I Love My Mummy is a charming book that combines endearing things said by children about their mothers with gentle illustrations of familiar animals.

Everything is…MAMA!

Jimmy Fallon, one of the most popular entertainers in the world and NBC’s Tonight Show host, was on a mission with his first children’s book to have every baby’s first word be DADA. And it worked! A lot of babies’ first words were DADA. However, everything after that was MAMA.

So take a lighthearted look at the world from your baby’s point of view as different animals try to teach their children that there are other words in addition to MAMA for familiar objects and activities.

When Maxine wakes up on the wrong side of the bed one morning, she wonders if the problem might be her mother. What if she could try out a new mom who doesn’t make her brush her teeth or comb her hair? Enlisting Mom to help her with the search, Maxine interviews various prospects to be her new mother at the park, the toy store, and the zoo. Unfortunately, these other mothers present a host of new problems and concerns. Maybe her “old mother” was the best mother of all?

For every child who’s ever wondered if the grass is greener, The Best Mother affirms that there’s nothing better than your own mother’s love.

This very special Little Miss book, My Mummy, is the perfect gift for Mother’s Day. The Little Miss will help you show your mummy just how special she is to you.

From making you smile, even when things are going wrong, to knowing just when hugs are needed, mummies are Splendid, Fun, Magic, Sunshine – lots of the Little Miss rolled into one!

Children can also add their own words to the story to make it a really personal gift.

Spot loves spending time with his mum. They do lots of fun things together. Sometimes, he helps her with the groceries and sometimes they play hide-and-seek in the garden.

Join the much-loved Spot in Spot Loves His Mum as he learns what it means to spend time with his mum.

I Love My Mummy is a sweet, rhyming board book about the special relationship between mother and child.

With a gentle, rhyming story and lovely illustrations, this is a book to be loved, shared and treasured. The perfect gift for every family, for new Mothers, on Mother’s Day or at any time of the year. From the author of picture book classic, Giraffes Can’t Dance.

In The Night Before Mother’s Day, Dad and the kids are determined to show Mom just how much they love her. They whip up a cake from scratch, and offer a special coupon for a day at the spa, right in their own kitchen!

Kids and moms will love reading this sweet story aloud together for a fun way to celebrate Mother’s Day.

Maria the Mother’s Day Fairy looks after mums everywhere and makes sure they get on well with their sons and daughters. But when Jack Frost steals her magical objects, the magic of motherhood goes all wonky!

Can Kirsty and Rachel help restore order in time for the special surprise they have planned for their mums?

My Mums Love Me is a lyrical and heartfelt picture book, and a gorgeous celebration of same-sex parents and motherhood.

This beautifully-told story about a same-sex family of two mums and their baby is a love letter to close-knit families everywhere. Lyrical and calming, it’s a perfect picture book to cuddle up with.

Days with my mummy are always such fun,
and ever so special together, as one.

From playing in the park to cuddles at bedtime, being with Mummy makes every moment of every day special.

A touching celebration of the special relationship between mother and child. Warmly told in gentle rhyme and brought to life with charming illustrations, With My Mummy is a heartwarming picture book and the perfect gift to share time and time again.

Little Bear is sure that no-one is as strong as his mum. She can carry anything: his bike, Zebra’s shopping, Elephant’s carpet and even…Flamingo’s piano! And of course, there’s ALWAYS room in her handbag for Little Bear’s treasures. But even mums can get tired and need a helping hand sometimes, as Little Bear learns when Mum takes on one thing too many, with hilarious and heart-warming consequences.

The Strongest Mum is a warm, funny and original story about a parent-child relationship, perfect for learning about helping each other out. Packed full of endearing animal characters, it is sure to delight young children. Nicola Kent’s bright, jewel-like colours and eye-catching illustrations make this a truly stunning picture book debut.

She’s nice, my mum…My mum’s a fantastic cook, and a brilliant juggler. She’s a great painter, and the strongest woman in the world! She’s really nice, my mum.

My Mum is a warm, funny tribute to Mum (and to mums everywhere) by the brilliant author/illustrator Anthony Browne.

There’s nothing quite like the love a mother and child share. Join mother, daughter, and a silly little frog on a heartwarming journey describing love through the eyes of a child.

Kids will enjoy cuddling up with their parents to read You Taught Me Love while exploring their own unique, special bond. The beautiful illustrations and joyful rhymes are sure to tug on your heartstrings.

Write now, read later, treasure forever. The 12, fold-and-mail-style envelopes in Letters to My Mom invite sons and daughters to surprise and delight her with memories, appreciations, and hopes for the future.

Each letter is printed with a unique prompt like “A special memory I have of you is…,” “From you I learned the importance of…,” “I always think of you when…,” and “One thing I’m glad we share is…,” plus two blank letters to write your own. Seal your letters with the included stickers, postdate, and gift this book to your remarkable mom. When she opens the letters in the future, she’ll receive an invaluable gift: a tangible reflection of her child’s love.

Making one-on-one time can be tricky in our busy family lives, but it is important to try to make time at least once a month with each parent and each child separately.

Some families like to give their children experiences as gifts, either for this one-on-one time, or for birthdays or other celebrations. Use our list to get ideas for things to offer or get your child that are experienced-based, and we also have vouchers you can print and download for free.

Maybe your child gets to choose a reward of an experience upon completing their chores or homework regularly. Or they have a birthday coming up and you want to avoid buying them even more stuff. Or you’ve bought them everything they need, then here’s the time to gift an experience.

While some of the ideas on our list do cost money, there are some free and low-cost things on our list that just cost time and/or transport. Whatever your budget, this will hopefully inspire you to offer the gift of presence this year.

I still remember my first time at the ballet and the theatre, these are experiences that will stay with your child through their life. Here are some entertainment experience gift ideas:

• Concert
• Ballet
• Theatre
• Cinema
• Drive-in movie
• Visit a museum – it could be one you’ve never been to before or else your child’s favourite
• Amusement park
• Mini golf
• Aquarium
• Zoo
• Water park
• Trampoline center
• Bowling
• Skating
• Sporting event
• Stadium tour

Why not try something together that is more adventurous or that pushes you and your child out of your comfort zones?

• Horse riding
• Swimming
• Kayaking
• Surfing
• Paddleboarding
• High ropes/adventure experience
• Go karting
• Climbing wall

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Spend time together learning something fun and new:

• Dance lesson
• Archery
• Pottery
• Art or drawing
• Cookery lesson
• Creative writing
• Yoga
• Photography

Why not try your hand at something puzzling that you have to figure out together:

• Escape room
• Treasure hunt (here are ideas for creating a treasure hunt at home)
• Go geocaching in your neighbourhood or out for a day somewhere
• Orienteering

For something a bit further afield you could head off for a night together, for example:

• AirBnB or hotel stay
• Glamping or camping
• Day trip to a new town or city you haven’t visited before

Here are some ideas for food-related experiences you could give your child:

• Lunch or dinner out
• Go for afternoon tea
• Go out for ice cream
• Chocolate factory tour
• Visit a café for a treat

Now for some more unusual ideas for experiences to enjoy with your child:

• Animal experience e.g. visit llamas (or just head out to a pet farm for the day)
• Nature or marine centre
• Train ride
• Boat tour
• Stargazing / observatory visit
• Visit a lighthouse
• Walking tour
• Fruit picking
• Whale watching
• Sailing
• Spa day or get your nails done

Not every experience has to cost money, here are some great ideas for free or low cost experiences:

• Hiking
• LEGO-building date
• Jigsaw puzzling
• Art and craft session
• Kite-making and flying
• Beach day
• Rock painting
• Picnic at the park
• Camping in the back yard