Autism Friendly Adventures and Outing Ideas
- An exciting collaboration between the Guinness Storehouse, Roe & Co Distillery, Smithwick’s experience Kilkenny and AsIAm – Ireland’s National Autism Charity – has been underway to ensure visitors with sensory processing differences can fully engage in these attractions with confidence. As of today, all three sites are now certified as autism-friendly experiences. Following a number of trials, on the 7th November 2023 the sensory-friendly experience will officially launch at the Guinness Storehouse marking an important milestone for accessibility in Irish tourism. https://www.guinness-storehouse.com/en/accessibility
- Autism Friendly at W5, Belfast
W5 works with groups to provide Autism friendly experiences throughout the year and has plans to run a series of public quiet sessions. W5 also have a Quiet Room for visitors who need some quieter time, including children and adults with sensory needs or individuals on the autism spectrum, to take a break from the main exhibition spaces, crowds, noise and excitement of W5. https://w5online.co.uk/
- Both Dublin Zoo and Belfast Zoo give priority queuing to ASD guests and carers. https://www.dublinzoo.ie/your-visit/accessibility-facilities/
- Emerald Park also operates a reduced rate and alternate queuing system at rides (documentation required) https://www.emeraldpark.ie/plan-your-visit/park-accessibility/
- Hillgrove Hotel & Spa – The Sensory Room was especially designed for guests with AUTISM, DEMENTIA, ADHD or a variety of other abilities that mean they find it hard to relax and switch their mind-chatter off. A Sensory Bedroom can be invaluable in helping them get to sleep and relax. The sensory bedroom will provide a positive effect on the five senses. https://www.hillgrovehotel.com/rooms/sensory-rooms/