Prices & Opening Times
Plan your visit: hours, tickets and parking
ILUMINA Opening Times — Summary
ILUMINA runs from 14 November 2026 to 1 February 2027 on selected dates, with extended opening over the Christmas and New Year period.
Period
14 Nov – 13 Dec:
Fri & Sat: 4pm–8pm
17–23 Dec
24–25 Dec
26-Dec
27 Dec – 4 Jan
27 Dec – 4 Jan
7 Jan – 31 Jan
01-Feb
TreeTop Walk & Viewing Tower Opening Times
We are open year-round; our opening hours are seasonal and change throughout the year.
Please allow between 1 and 2 hours to experience the Treetop Walk & Viewing Tower.
The time slot you select, will be your entrance time for the Treetop Walk.
It takes a little time to reach the entrance of the Treetop Walk so we recommend arriving 10-15 minutes early before your timeslot for a more enjoyable experience.
November
Nov 7–8: Sat–Sun 10:00–15:30
Nov 2–6, Nov 9–13, Nov 30: Closed
Nov 14–15: Sat 12:00–19:30 | Sun 12:00–18:30
Nov 19–29 (Standard Hours): Thu & Sun 12:00–18:30
Fri & Sat 12:00–19:30 | Mon–Wed Closed
December
Dec 1–2, Dec 7–9, Dec 14–16, Dec 24–25: CLOSED
Dec 3–13 (Standard Hours): Thu & Sun 12:00–18:30 | Fri & Sat 12:00–19:30 | Mon–Wed CLOSED
Dec 17–23 (Holiday Hours): Daily 10:00–18:30
Dec 27–31 (Holiday Hours): Daily 10:00–18:30
Dec 26 (St. Stephen’s Day): 12:00–18:30
January
Jan 1–3 (New Year Holiday): Fri–Sun 12:00–19:30
Fri–Mon: 12:00–18:30
Tue–Thu: CLOSED
Jan 31: 10:00–18:30
Admission and Tickets
Ticket
Treetop Walk & Viewing Tower
Adult (18+)*
€18.00
Child (4-17)*
€15.00
Child (0-3)*
Free
Recommended for aged 8 upwards
Recommended for aged 8 upwards
Concession
€16.00
Family 1+3 (1 Adult & up to 3 Kids)
€35.00
Family 2+3 (2 Adults & up to 3 Kids)
€46.00
The 90m slide at the Viewing Tower is optional
€2 per go
Payable at the slide on the day only*
Slide itself is always dependant on *weather conditions.
Car Park
€6 per car
Parking
Forest Park & Car Park Opening Hours
Car Park entry fee payable on arrival.
Convenient contactless payment at entry point.
Prices & Opening Times FAQs
How much is the Treetop Walk at Avondale?
Adult tickets are €18.00, children aged 4–17 are €15, and under 4s go free. Family tickets start at €35
Is the Treetop Walk open all year?
Yes. It’s open year-round, with seasonal opening hours. Check the opening times page before you visit.
Is the Treetop Walk open on Christmas Day?
No. It’s closed on 24 and 25 December, and open on 26 December from 12:00 to 18:30.
Do I need to book in advance?
We recommend booking a timed entry slot online.
How long does the Treetop Walk take?
Allow 1–2 hours for the walkway and viewing tower.
How much does the slide cost?
€2 per go, paid at the slide on the day. The slide depends on the weather.
How much is parking?
€6 per vehicle, paid by contactless card at the car park entry
Do you offer concession tickets?
Yes, €16. This is for Students with an ID and Seniors over 65
Is there a discount for groups?
Yes. Please contact Gavin.Fallon@eak-treetopwalks.com for information about groups.
