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  1. Carrickfergus

    Address

    100 Woodburn Road, West Division, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 9AB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9336 7899

    Type

    Type:

    Sightseeing

    Belfast City tours of the Titanic centre Peace wall, Queens, Albert clock, Stormont and Carrickfergus Castle. Also indulge yourself in a full 8hr day of the North coast of Antrim and see Giants Causeway, Dunluce Castle, Carrick-A-Rede Rope Bridge.

  2. Ballymena

    Address

    Kernohans Lane, Broughshane Road, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT43 7QA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2564 4046

    Type

    Type:

    Nature and Wildlife

    Ecos Nature Park is an oasis of wildlife, close to the heart of Ballymena town with 8 kilometres of flat footpaths leading visitors around 220 acres of parkland that includes maturing woodland, peaceful lake and ponds, grazed meadows and hay meadows.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking - Ecos Nature Park has free designated accessible parking on site for cars, coaches and minibuses.
  3. Carrickfergus

    Address

    156 Upper Road, Greenisland, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 8RW

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9086 2236

    Type

    Type:

    Parkland Golf Course

    Greenisland is a challenging 9 hole mature parkland golf course situated under the imposing Knockagh Monument, and offers panoramic views from Carrickfergus to Belfast and across Belfast Lough to County Down.

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on site
  4. Carrickfergus

    Address

    Meet outside Carrickfergus Castle, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7BG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 77622 26777

    Type

    Type:

    Guided Tour

    Explore Carrickfergus’ eerie past on a 2.5-hour walking tour featuring ghost stories, true crime, and the Islandmagee Witch Trial—complete with castle entry, theatrical guide, and spooky storytelling.

    Dates

  5. A couple of hikers sitting on a gate admiring the view of Slemish in the background
    A hiker standing on the edge of Slemish
    A couple sitting down on the edge of Slemish with surrounding countryside in view
    A couple of hikers sitting on a gate admiring the view of Slemish in the background
    A hiker standing on the edge of Slemish
    A couple sitting down on the edge of Slemish with surrounding countryside in view

    Broughshane

    Address

    Carnstroan Lane, Broughshane, County Antrim, BT43 4PF

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2563 5010

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Outdoors

    Slemish Mountain is about 1,500 feet above sea level and is located close to Broughshane in County Antrim. It is the legendary home of Saint Patrick and is actually the central core of an extinct volcano. Hike to the top and enjoy fantastic views!

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  6. Larne

    Address

    1b Nixon Building, LEDCOM, Larne, County Antrim, BT40 3AW

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2858 0385

    Type

    Type:

    Sightseeing

    Discover our unique history, myths and personality on a day spent exploring unforgettable places in the company of local people. See it all through our eyes as a local storyteller recounts the legends that grew from this place and shaped its people.

  7. Map showing access while Carnfunnock Country Park is under redevelopment during 2025 & 2026.

    Larne

    Address

    Coast Road, Ballygally, Larne, County Antrim, BT40 2QG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7748 623 227

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    Carnfunnock Country Park is closed for a £7 million redevelopment beginning 7 July 2025, lasting approximately 15 months. Plans include a new visitor centre, bike park, improved accessibility, upgraded playpark, and enhanced caravan park facilities.…

  8. Ballymena

    Address

    200 Galgorm Road, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT42 1HL

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2564 6161

    Type

    Type:

    Golf Resort

    Galgorm Castle Golf Club is an exciting mixture of the new and the old. This 18 hole, 6930 yards par 72 championship course is set in 220 acres of beautiful, mature parkland located in the heart of County Antrim.

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on site
  9. Curiosity boat leaving historical Carnlough harbour
    Curiosity boat sitting in Carlough harbour.
    Highly recommended by Tripadvisor
    Curiosity back in port
    Garron Point
    Stunning scenery in Carnlough Bay
    Look for local wildlife
    Area of outstanding natural beauty
    Curiosity boat leaving historical Carnlough harbour
    Curiosity boat sitting in Carlough harbour.
    Highly recommended by Tripadvisor
    Curiosity back in port
    Garron Point
    Stunning scenery in Carnlough Bay
    Look for local wildlife
    Area of outstanding natural beauty

    Carnlough

    Address

    58 Harbour Road, Carnlough, County Antrim, BT44 0EU

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7720 464 044

    Type

    Type:

    Boat Tours

    Memorable, invigorating boat trip in this area of outstanding natural beauty. Passengers have the chance to spot an array of marine life including dolphins, seals, porpoises and various seabirds.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  10. Picture of Larne Promenade
    Chaine Memorial Tower with dog walkers on the adjacent beach.
    Picture of Larne Promenade
    Chaine Memorial Tower with dog walkers on the adjacent beach.

    Larne

    Address

    Tower Road, Larne, County Antrim, BT40 1AB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8222

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Nature and Wildlife

    Enjoy a lovely walk along a one mile long stretch of Promenade running from Larne Leisure Centre, parallel with the Causeway Coastal route. Pass by Waterloo Bay, view lots of bird life and dramatic scenery or walk to Town Parks and the Coast Road.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  11. Islandmagee

    Address

    Browns Bay Road, Islandmagee, County Antrim, BT40 3RX

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8232

    Type

    Type:

    Beach

    Browns Bay is a charming rural beach nestled in a scenic sandy cove at the northern tip of Islandmagee, just off the Causeway Coastal Route. It's an ideal spot for picnicking, walking, swimming, windsurfing, or simply soaking up the natural beauty…

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  12. Family at Gleno Waterfall
    Family at Gleno Waterfall

    Gleno

    Address

    Waterfall Road, Gleno, County Antrim, BT40 3LE

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9064 7787

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    The National Trust

    One of our lesser known ‘hidden treasures’, Gleno is a magnificent 30 foot waterfall nestling in The Glens of Antrim and owned by the National Trust.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
    • Parking (free)
  13. Blackhead Lighthouse & Coastal Path

    Whitehead

    Address

    Blackhead Car Park, Old Castle Road, Whitehead, County Antrim, BT38 9NE

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8222

    Type

    Type:

    Waymarked Trail

    A short and delightful coastal path from the picturesque seaside town of Whitehead to Blackhead's iconic lighthouse, the most easterly point of County Antrim.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  14. Group of visitors enjoying scenery on Charter Boats NI
    View of coastline with wake of sea behind boat and life ring visible on Charter NI Boat
    View of Blackhead path and Lighthouse with wake of sea behind boat and life ring visible on Charter NI Boat
    Group of visitors enjoying scenery on Charter Boats NI
    View of coastline with wake of sea behind boat and life ring visible on Charter NI Boat
    View of Blackhead path and Lighthouse with wake of sea behind boat and life ring visible on Charter NI Boat

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Carrickfergus Marina, (in front of 5 Rogers Quay), Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 8BE

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7754 173019

    Type

    Type:

    Boat Tours

    Explore the Beauty of the Sea with Charter Boats NI! Join us at Carrickfergus Marina for private charters, guided tours, and trips to the Gobbins plus Carrickfergus to Bangor. Book online for unforgettable sea adventures!

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking (free) - On-site parking

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Ramp to main entrance
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    Islandmagee

    Address

    Gobbins Studio Économusée, 147 Gobbins Road, Islandmagee, County Antrim, BT40 3TX

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7712 464 966

    Type

    Type:

    Craft Workshops and Courses

    Artist Audrey Kyle works from a converted barn called Gobbins Studio Économusée, nestled on top of the Gobbins Cliffs on a working family farm. She displays her original unique watercolour paintings, cards and prints in her studio/gallery and runs…

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wi-fi available
  16. Martinstown

    Address

    22 Lisnamanny Road, Lisnamanny, Martinstown, County Antrim, BT43 6QH

    Telephone

    +44 (0)7740 510 008

    Type

    Type:

    Craft Workshops and Courses

    Hot Milk Forge offers evening and weekend classes in Blacksmithing and Bladesmithing.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  17. Ballymena Parish Church
    Ballymena Town Hall
    Ballymena Parish Church
    Ballymena Town Hall

    Ballymena

    Address

    Below Braid Theatre, Bridge Street, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT43 5EJ

    Type

    Type:

    Self-guided tour

    Self guided murder mystery trail from Whodunit Hunts on foot in Ballymena. See historic buildings, old churches, Ballymena’s very own Pentagon, learn about the history of its shops and markets, read ghost stories… and more! 28 clues to solve!

  18. Carrickfergus

    Address

    Joymount, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7DN

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8222

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    Home of Sir Arthur Chichester this delightful recreated Knot Garden is located close ot the Town Wall at Joymount.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  19. Gobbins
    Gobbins
    Gobbins
    Gobbins
    Seal at Gobbins
    Blacks Cave at Gobbins
    Blackhead Lighthouse
    RHIB Endurance
    Caves at Gobbins
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    Gobbins
    Gobbins
    Gobbins
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    Blacks Cave at Gobbins
    Blackhead Lighthouse
    RHIB Endurance
    Caves at Gobbins

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Quayside, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 8BJ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7845 370231

    Type

    Type:

    Boat Tours

    Create life-long memories and discover hidden gems along the coast, cruising from Carrickfergus Castle all the way to the Gobbins. A bespoke private charter tour immersing you into stunning coastal scenery, history and nature, for a truly authentic…

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  20. Islandmagee

    Address

    Islandmagee Boat Club, Islandmagee, County Antrim, BT40 3RP

    Type

    Type:

    Cycling - Medium (11- 60 miles)

    Spectacular coastal scenery, rolling green hills. This cycle route can be challenging at points but the extra effort is well rewarded by the dramatic views out to Scotland and interesting historival sights on Islandmagee Peninsula.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
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