Jurassic Newpark

Jurassic Newpark
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About

Ireland's only dinosaur theme park — set across 25 acres on the grounds of Newpark Hotel in Kilkenny, with 17 life-size animatronic dinosaurs, a wildlife farm, inflatable park, and medieval castle playground.

Things to Do

Dinosaur Trail

Walk the paved trail through wooded parkland and encounter 17 life-size, moving, roaring dinosaurs — from the towering Brachiosaurus and ferocious T-Rex to cunning Velociraptors. Interpretive signage brings each prehistoric creature to life.

Dinosaur Trail

Jurassic Castle

A medieval-style play fort with turrets, ramparts, slides, climbing frames, and lookout towers. Kids can role-play knights and princesses while surrounded by dinosaur sculptures — a fairytale twist at the heart of the park.

Jurassic Castle

Jurassic Bounce

One of Ireland's largest covered inflatable parks at over 8,000 sq ft. Two separate zones: a toddler area (under 3s) with ball pit, and an older kids' zone with giant slides, gladiator duelling, wipeout arena, and obstacle course. €3 per 30-minute session — not included in general admission.

Jurassic Bounce

Jurassic Express & Pterosaur Mountain

Board the Jurassic Express train for a gentle ride through the prehistoric landscape past roaring dinosaurs. Then take flight on Pterosaur Mountain, a ride where you control your own cabin up and down around life-sized pterosaur models.

Jurassic Express & Pterosaur Mountain

Fairy Trail & Mini Fairy Village

Follow a tree-covered path dotted with whimsical fairy houses. Say hello to Leafy the talking tree, who shares tales about the park's animals and hidden fairy folk.

Fairy Trail & Mini Fairy Village

Mini-Wildlife Farm

Meet llamas, alpacas, emus, highland cattle, goats, sheep, ducks, and guinea fowl. Join daily feeding and petting sessions at the 'Hey Barn' for hands-on animal encounters.

Mini-Wildlife Farm

Adventure Playground & Fossil Dig

Soar on the zip line, race pedal go-karts, and tackle swings and obstacle courses. Budding palaeontologists can grab a shovel at the fossil dig site to uncover replica ancient remains.

Adventure Playground & Fossil Dig

Plan Your Visit

  • Hours: School term: Thu–Mon 10:00–17:30 (last entry 15:00). School holidays: 7 days, 09:30–18:00/18:30 (last entry 16:30). Bank Holiday Mondays: 10:00–18:00 (last entry 16:00). Tuesdays & Wednesdays in low season: limited facilities (no train, Pterosaur Mountain, shows, or full Bounce — playgrounds, farm, and trails remain open). Hours change regularly; check social media before visiting.
  • Admission: Online €17.50 per person (ages 2+); gate €19.50. Under-2s free.
  • Parking: Over 200 free car parking spaces at the rear of Newpark Hotel. Eircode: R95 KP63.
  • Food: Jurassic Snack Shack serves hot food (chicken nuggets, chips, paninis), sandwiches, and hot drinks. Dino Delights dessert bar and Ice Aged Bites for treats. For a full meal, Gulliver's Restaurant and Scott's Bar at the adjoining Newpark Hotel are a short walk away.

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