Local Attractions
The Irish National Stud & Gardens
Established in 1946, the Irish National Stud combines an active role in the development and promotion of Irish bloodstock with its role as one of the country’s major tourist attractions. The Gardens, planned to symbolise the ‘Life of Man’, are now of international renown and are acclaimed as the finest Japanese Gardens in Europe.
Museum of Style Icons
Named one of Ireland’s top five free visitor attractions by Failte Ireland, the Museum of Style Icons (MOSI) hosts numerous collections and artefacts relating to Stars of the Silver Screen and many modern day artists – including Audrey Hepburn, Marilyn Monroe, Princess Grace, Princess Diana, Michael Jackson, the Beatles and many more.
Lullymore Heritage Park
Lullymore Heritage & Discovery Park is a family day visitor attraction located on a mineral island in the Bog of Allen. A great mix of fun, leisure and education ensure that there is something to interest visitors of all ages.
The Kildare Maze Family Activity Park
Leinster’s largest hedge maze is a fabulous attraction located just outside Prosperous. Out in the fresh air, this is a great place for families to enjoy a day out together.
Military Museum at The Curragh
The Curragh Camp has its own museum, that you can visit and take in the marvels of this magnificent geographical and historical site.
Burtown House & Gardens
The beautiful gardens at Burtown are unusual in that they are worked by three generations of the same family. The gardens are made up of several areas, including large herbaceous borders, shrubberies, a rock garden, a yew walk divided by a pergola, a sundial garden, an old orchard, a walled organic vegetable garden and a large woodland garden,