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Carrickfergus Visitor Information Centre

Carrickfergus Castle, Marine Highway, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7BG
Carrickfergus Visitor Information Centre

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The staff at Carrickfergus Visitor Information Centre pride themselves in the high level of customer care they offer to all customers who require their services.

Whether you are planning a visit to Northern Ireland or simply travelling within the country, Carrickfergus is the place to visit. Professional and friendly staff will provide you with advice and assistance to help you gain the most from your visit.

We offer a full range of services, including free maps and information leaflets, bus and rail timetables, information on events, local attractions and historical trails.

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Facilities

Attraction Facilities

  • Gift Shop

Catering

  • Picnic Area

Children & Infants

  • Baby changing facilities

Establishment Features

  • Guided Tours Available
  • Toilets

Payment Methods

  • All major credit/debit cards accepted

Provider Preferences

  • Free (parking charges may apply)

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Tel+44 (0) 28 9335 8262

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Opening Times

* Monday-Sunday 9:00 - 16:30

What's Nearby

  1. Carrickfergus Castle

    Get ready to step back in time at Carrickfergus Castle, an incredible Norman castle…

    0.17 miles away
  2. The Guard Room Carrickfergus

    Step back in time at The Guard Room in Carrickfergus Town Hall, immersing visitors in the…

    0.27 miles away
  3. Carrickfergus Museum

    Local museum interpreting the long and distinguished history of the town and surrounding…

    0.28 miles away
  4. Carrickfergus Marine Gardens & Promenade

    Beautiful parkland on the waterfront of Carrickfergus within sight of the Castle…

    0.47 miles away
  5. Carrickfergus Urban Farm & Garden Centre

    Carrickfergus Urban Farm and Garden Centre at Kilcreggan is a free popular attraction for…

    0.79 miles away
  6. Andrew Jackson Cottage and US Rangers Museum

    Located less than a mile from Carrickfergus town centre, the Andrew Jackson Cottage is a…

    1.27 miles away
  7. Knockagh Monument

    County Antrim War Memorial erected and dedicated to the fallen from the County of Antrim…

    2.76 miles away
  8. Templecorran Church and Graveyard

    Discover magnificent views and Ulster Scots heritage in Templecorran graveyard,…

    4.63 miles away
  9. Whitehead Centre

    Whitehead Centre provides a tourism hub for information about what is going on locally…

    4.86 miles away
  10. Whitehead Railway Museum

    Whitehead Railway Museum will take visitors on a journey through time - see the large…

    4.96 miles away
  11. Blackhead Coastal Path

    A short and delightful coastal path from the picturesque seaside town of Whitehead to…

    5.37 miles away
  12. Gleno Waterfall

    One of our lesser known ‘hidden treasures’, Gleno is a magnificent 30 foot waterfall…

    6.04 miles away
  13. The Gobbins Cliff Path

    On the thrilling Gobbins Experience, nature isn’t content to just sit back and be admired…

    6.22 miles away
  14. Larne Museum & Arts Centre

    Housed in the historic former Carnegie Free Library building, Larne Museum and Arts…

    9.64 miles away
  15. Chaine Memorial Tower

    This special memorial tower stands tall on the western side of Larne Lough, at the…

    9.79 miles away
  16. Browns Bay Beach & Ferris Bay

    Browns Bay is a charming rural beach nestled in a scenic sandy cove at the northern tip…

    9.82 miles away

Related

A woman and child having a pretend sword fight in the room at the top of the castle keep with the sun beaming through the window behind. Carrickfergus Castle, CarrickfergusGet ready to step back in time at Carrickfergus Castle, an incredible Norman castle nestled in the charming seaside town of Carrickfergus, County Antrim, right on the shores of Belfast Lough. This place isn't just old—it's legendary!

Red vintage pull along fire carriage branded Carrickfergus Fire BrigadeCarrickfergus Museum, CarrickfergusLocal museum interpreting the long and distinguished history of the town and surrounding area, with artefacts of treasure excavated in Carrickfergus. There are multi-media and audio-visual presentations.

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