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  1. 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:

    Walking Route - Short (<5 miles)

    A short and delightful circular walk from the picturesque seaside town of Whitehead, around the coastal path to Blackhead with its iconic lighthouse, the most easterly point of County Antrim, then back to Whitehead for refreshments and shopping.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  2. Whitehead promenade with coloured houses and old outdoor swimming pool
    Coloured houses on Whitehead Promenade
    Whitehead promenade with coloured houses and old outdoor swimming pool
    Coloured houses on Whitehead Promenade

    Carrickfergus

    Address

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

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8222

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route - Short (<5 miles)

    Whitehead is a Victorian seaside town five miles north of Carrickfergus with commanding views across the mouth of Belfast Lough and the Irish Sea.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  3. Islandmagee

    Address

    Brown's Bay Beach, Islandmagee, County Antrim, BT40 3RU

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9064 7787

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    This is a path that goes over a variety of uneven terrain including a grassy field and a rocky coastline which is steep in places. Dogs should be kept on a lead.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  4. Carnlough

    Address

    Straidkilly Road, Carnlough, County Antrim, BT44 0LQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9045 4094

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    Mainly a hazel woodland walk, with areas of grassy clearings full of meadow flowers, best seen in spring when woodland flower species are in bloom.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  5. Glenarm

    Address

    Coast Road, Glenarm, County Antrim, BT44 0DA

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    This is a 500m linear walk between two car parks, with no turnoffs or obstacles on the way.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  6. Carrick-a-rede
    Carrick-a-rede
    Giant's Causeway
    Field
    Celtic Cross
    Dunluce Castle
    Glens
    Night walk
    Stained Glass Window
    Game of Thrones
    Carrick-a-rede
    Carrick-a-rede
    Giant's Causeway
    Field
    Celtic Cross
    Dunluce Castle
    Glens
    Night walk
    Stained Glass Window
    Game of Thrones

    Larne

    Address

    Rose Cottage, 58a Mulloughsandal Road, Larne, County Antrim, BT40 2LY

    Telephone

    07900621943

    Type

    Type:

    Sightseeing

    We are a private, family run business, offering tours along the Causeway Coast and Antrim Glens. All our tours are tailored to suit your needs, and provide good value for money. Our Tour Guides are all so they can guide you to places of interest.

  7. Walkers looking over cliff top at Sallagh Braes

    Ballygally

    Address

    Linford Car Park, Feystown Road, Ballygally, County Antrim, BT40 2LZ

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    A stunning short walk across exposed hillside, leading to and along the edge of the dramatic Sallagh Braes basalt cliffs. The Sallagh Braes is a prominent basalt scarp with a spectacular ballast amphitheatre located 3 miles west of Ballygally, close…

  8. Islandmagee

    Address

    Portmuck Harbour, 68 Portmuck Road, Islandmagee, County Antrim, BT40 3TP

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    Tranquil harbour and dramatic coastal walk

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  9. welcome to Ballymena of the 'seven Towers'
    welcome to Ballymena of the 'seven Towers'
    Alastair Donaghy leading a Ballymena Walking Tour with tour participants standing in a graveyard
    Ballymena Walking Tour
    welcome to Ballymena of the 'seven Towers'
    welcome to Ballymena of the 'seven Towers'
    welcome to Ballymena of the 'seven Towers'
    welcome to Ballymena of the 'seven Towers'
    welcome to Ballymena of the 'seven Towers'
    welcome to Ballymena of the 'seven Towers'
    welcome to Ballymena of the 'seven Towers'
    Alastair Donaghy leading a Ballymena Walking Tour with tour participants standing in a graveyard
    Ballymena Walking Tour
    welcome to Ballymena of the 'seven Towers'
    welcome to Ballymena of the 'seven Towers'
    welcome to Ballymena of the 'seven Towers'
    welcome to Ballymena of the 'seven Towers'
    welcome to Ballymena of the 'seven Towers'

    Ballymena

    Address

    20 Brigadie Avenue, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT43 7ER

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7392 597078

    Type

    Type:

    Guided Tour

    Join Alastair Donaghy’s immersive Ballymena walking tours—rich in history, storytelling, and local insight. Discover themed trails, bespoke experiences, and vibrant heritage with a passionate, knowledgeable native guide. Bespoke group tours and…

  10. Glenarm to Larne Walk

    Glenarm

    Address

    Glenarm, Glenarm, County Antrim, BT44 0AA

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    Featuring expansive panoramas and challenging climbs, this route

  11. Ballymena

    Address

    Galgorm Resort, 136 Fenaghy Road, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT42 1EA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7703 602767

    Price

    Price £10.00 Activity

    Type

    Type:

    Historical Tours

    Explore Galgorm’s linen‑rooted past with qualified guide George from Glenburn Tours, tracing its journey to world‑renowned spa resort status, then take the opportunity to relax with afternoon tea or dinner.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Apr 2026to30 Oct 2026Various Opening Times

    Price

    Price £10.00 Activity

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  12. Gleno

    Address

    Waterfall Road, Gleno, County Antrim, BT40 3LE

    Telephone

    +44(0)28 9064 7787

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    This walk has many steps. The steps meander up and down the sides of this moist valley to enable the walker to get good views of the waterfall. Dogs should be kept under the control of the owner.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  13. Ballymena Walking Tour
    Ballymena Walking Tour
    Ballymena Walking Tour
    Ballymena Walking Tour
    Ballymena Walking Tour
    Ballymena Walking Tour

    Ballymena

    Address

    Harmony Hub, Broadway, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT43 7AA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7392 597078

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Tour

    Join Alastair Donaghy on a guided tour of Ballymena's history, from medieval origins to 1798 rebellion, exploring key locations and architectural heritage, revealing the town's fascinating evolution.

  14. 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

  15. Carrickfergus

    Address

    Oakfield Drive, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7BY

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    A charming wooded glen and recently planted woodland

  16. Belfast

    Address

    Various Locations, Donegall Square, Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 5GS

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7511 177 718

    Type

    Type:

    Food Tour

    See and experience all that Northern Ireland has to offer with a local Blue Badge Tour Guide from Townland Tours. Wide range of personalised tours available including Belfast, Causeway Coastal route, Randalstown and Gracehill, near Ballymena.

    Dates

  17. Ballygally

    Address

    12 Drumnagreagh Road, Cairncastle, Ballygally, County Antrim, BT40 2RP

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7773 731001

    Type

    Type:

    Guided Tour

    Join Antrim Glens native and trained tour guide Robert Stewart, on a relaxing hike around the hills of the Antrim Glens. Expect fantastic historical insight, local stories and great craic whilst you hike and enjoy the great outdoors.

  18. Medieval wall mural in Carrickfergus, with stocks beside it.
    A smiling man standing next to a wall on the coast.
    Medieval wall mural in Carrickfergus, with stocks beside it.
    A smiling man standing next to a wall on the coast.

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7DQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7816 969350

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Tour

    Carrickfergus with over 1000 years of history under its belt, has lots of secrets to reveal. Enjoy a walking tour around the town with your guide John, and learn about castles, town walls, the palace, big houses, ghosts, salt mines, monarchs and so…

  19. Broughshane

    Address

    7 Carnstroan Lane, Broughshane, County Antrim, BT42 4PF

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    Steep rocky track

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  20. Houses by the square in Gracehill
    Exterior of Galgorm Castle
    Houses by the square in Gracehill
    Exterior of Galgorm Castle

    Galgorm

    Address

    Commencing Creative Garden Centre, 200 Galgorm Road, Galgorm, County Antrim, BT42 1HL

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route - Short (<5 miles)

    Discover the scenic Castle Walk, a relaxing, easy route from Galgorm Castle to the charming UNESCO village of Gracehill. Enjoy riverside views, woodland paths and local heritage, with great food stops and accessible trails - perfect for a peaceful…

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
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