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Every region has its ‘must see, must do’ attractions and Causeway Coast & Glens has, as they say in Ireland, ‘a list the length of your arm!’   It’s unlikely you’ll manage to get around them all on your first trip, but it will give you a great excuse for coming back!

Amongst those attractions you’ll find some which are iconic aspects of Ireland, drawing visitors from across the globe.  Chief amongst those is, of course, the amazing Giant’s Causeway.  While it is undoubtedly an international tourism hotspot, a short walk will take you away from the admiring hubbub to enjoy this carefully protected natural phenomenon as nature intended, with only the gulls for company. 

That’s how we want you to enjoy our region, creating experiences which are unique to you, building memories to last a lifetime.

Every region has its ‘must see, must do’ attractions and Causeway Coast & Glens has, as they say in Ireland, ‘a list the length of your arm!’   It’s unlikely you’ll manage to get around them all on your first trip, but it will give you a great excuse for coming back!

Amongst those attractions you’ll find some which are iconic aspects of Ireland, drawing visitors from across the globe.  Chief amongst those is, of course, the amazing Giant’s Causeway.  While it is undoubtedly an international tourism hotspot, a short walk will take you away from the admiring hubbub to enjoy this carefully protected natural phenomenon as nature intended, with only the gulls for company. 

That’s how we want you to enjoy our region, creating experiences which are unique to you, building memories to last a lifetime.

Top Attractions

 

Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, Antrim, Northern Ireland

Ballintoy, Ballycastle
A short coastal footpath leads to Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge. On the way, there are wonderful vantage points to stop and take in the natural beauty...
 

Rathlin Island

Rathlin Island
The island's rugged cliffs are home to the biggest seabird colony in N. Ireland. There is a wealth of rare flora to discover.
 

Giant's Causeway, Antrim, Northern Ireland

Bushmills
The Giant's Causeway, renowned for its polygonal columns of layered basalt, is the only World Heritage Site in Northern Ireland.
 

Bushmills Distillery

Bushmills
Bushmills Irish Whiskey is made at Ireland’s oldest working distillery in County Antrim, Northern Ireland.
 

Giants Causeway and Bushmills Railway

Bushmills
A truly heritage experience travelling on a steam locomotive along a magnificent coastal stretch of line between Bushmills and the World Heritage Site at the Giant's Causeway.
 

Joey Dunlop Memorial Garden

Ballymoney
Joey Dunlop, born in Ballymoney in 1952, was affectionately known to motorcycle racing fans and competitors alike as, 'King of the Roads' and 'Yer Maun.' Through his courage and ambition he became one of the most successful riders of all time.
 

Glenarm Castle Estate and Walled Gardens

Larne
There has been a castle at Glenarm since the days of John Bisset, who was expelled from Scotland in 1242 for murdering a rival during a tournament.
 

Larne Interpretive Centre

Larne
Based in the TIC, visitors can see in words and pictures the story of the building of the Antrim Coast Road. Video presentation, gift shop and disabled access. Wheelchair accessible.
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