The Best Places to Visit Santa in Ireland 2025!
Ho ho ho — can you believe it’s nearly that time of year again?
If you’re wondering where to take the kids (or let’s be honest, yourself) to meet Santa this year, I’ve rounded up the most magical, memorable, and downright festive Santa experiences in Ireland for 2025.
When my kids were younger (they are cynical teens now …!), we had some lovely festive days out at Avondale House, Christmas Island in Rarhdrum and our local Killruddery House. Our absolute fav of all time though was
Lapland UK - it’s pricey, it’s not in Ireland but if you can’t afford the real thing - this is a very close second I think!
We have really upped our game in Ireland though when it comes to Santa experiences and I’m sure you’ll find one below that will fit yours (and the kids) needs! A little different to queuing for hours in Clerys to see Santa back in my day!
Check these places below for your adventure!
Santa Expeniences in Ireland 2025
Our Favs Santa Experiences
Christmas Island, Co. Wicklow
Santa in DUBLIN
Taylors Santa Experience at Three Rock Hotel
Santa Experience at the GAA Museum (Croke Park)
Elf Town: Meet Santa & His Elves!
Croke Park Santa Experience
Santa by the Sea Experience at Shoreline Hotel, Malahide
Santa at Airfield Estate, Dundrum
Santa Dash Dublin at St Anne’s Park
Visit Santa in Airfield House
Santa’s Enchanted Forest, at Luggwoods
Santa in CORK
Corkmas Santa Experience – Cork City Centre
Santa Home Visits – Celebs Entertainment
Santa at Leahy’s Farm – Santa in the Barn
Magical Blarney – Blarney Woollen Mills
The Magic of Santa at Fota House, Cork
The Santa Experience – Multiple Locations - Limerick, Cork, Dublin, Ennis, Portlaoise
SANTA THROUGHOUT IRELAND
Santa in Bunratty Castle & Folk Park, Co. Clare
Santa’s Workshop at Aillwee, The Burren, Co. Clare
Santa’s Magical Sleep-Over, Co. Kildare
Santa’s Magical Trail at Clanard Court Hotel, Co. Kildare
Castle Oaks House Hotel Grotto, Co. Limerick
Galway Continental Christmas Market & Elf Town
CAUSEY CHRISTMAS EXPERIENCE 2025
The Santa Express in Oakfield Park
Santa’s Enchanted Christmas – Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford
KringleTown Christmas Village – Kilmacthomas, Co. Waterford
Santa’s House Express – Palmerstown House Estate, Co. Kildare
Santa Train At Amber Springs
Winter Wonderland Westport
🌟 Handy Tips Before You Go to visit Santa
Book early – these events sell out quicker than mince pies at a Christmas party!
Double-check what’s included – some include gifts or photos, others charge extra.
Dress warm & bring snacks – because excitement burns energy fast!
Check for sensory-friendly times if your child prefers a quieter experience.
Always pack a healthy snack to stave off the sugar crash and the hangry whines!
