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Causeway Coast & Glens

The Causeway Coastal Route is rated as one of the Top Five Road Trips worldwide and when you drive it, you’ll see why.

It’s an ever changing tapestry of scenery and colours, set against a dramatic coastal backdrop that will take your breath away – the perfect place for a leisurely tour.

The journey starts in Belfast, and follows the coast road through the nine Glens of Antrim, winding between various picturesque villages and unforgettable scenic locations. The route peaks at the Giant's Causeway on the North Antrim coast, before continuing west toward the walled city of Londonderry.

Giant's Causeway, County Antrim

Giant's Causeway, Antrim, Northern Ireland

Co Antrim

The world famous Giant's Causeway, renowned for its polygonal columns of layered basalt, formed from a volcanic eruption 60 million years ago, is the only World Heritage Site in Northern Ireland and is a must see for visitors.

Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge

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

Co Antrim

Carrick-a-Rede boasts unrivalled coastal scenery and an exhilarating rope bridge experience accessed by a short coastal footpath. On the way, there are wonderful vantage points to stop and take in the natural beauty.

Glenarm Estates

Glenarm Castle's Historic Walled Garden and Tea Room

Co Antrim

Glenarm Castle, one of Northern Ireland’s oldest estates is home to the McDonnell family, Earls of Antrim, since the early 17th century.

Mussenden Temple, County Londonderry

Mussenden Temple and Downhill Demesne

Co Londonderry

Mussenden Temple is located in the beautiful surroundings of Downhill Demesne near Castlerock in County Londonderry.

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Carnfunnock Country Park

Co Antrim

Carnfunnock Country Park covers 191 hectares of mixed woodland, colourful gardens, walking trails and spectacular coastline, with panoramic views of the Antrim Coast and North Channel.

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Dunluce Castle: Medieval Irish Castle on the Antrim Coast

Co Antrim

Dunluce Castle is located dramatically close to a headland that plunges straight into the sea, along the North Antrim coast.

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The Old Bushmills Distillery

Co Antrim

Bushmills Irish Whiskey is made at Ireland’s oldest working distillery, situated on the Causeway Coast. Watch whiskey making take place, and enjoy a wee taster too, as the secrets of 400 years of distilling at the home of Irish whiskey is unlocked.

Joey Dunlop Memorial

Joey and Robert Dunlop Memorial Gardens

Co Antrim

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.

Slemish Mountain / County Antrim

Slemish Mountain

Co Antrim

Slemish Mountain, the legendary first known Irish home of Saint Patrick, is located close to Broughshane in Co. Antrim.

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Royal Portrush Golf Club

Co Antrim

Founded in 1888, the legendary Royal Portrush Golf Club has two Championship Courses - the renowned Dunluce Course and the smaller, but equally enjoyable Valley Course.

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Roe Valley Country Park

Co Londonderry

This scenic and tranquil park on the outskirts of Limavady offers spectacular riverside views and woodland walks along with opportunities for salmon and trout fishing, canoeing, rock climbing and orienteering.

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Glenariff Forest Park

Co Antrim

Glenariff, the "Queen of the Glens", hosts the spectacular Glenariff Forest Park. The unique Waterfall Walkway, a popular tourist attraction since it opened 80 years ago,has been significantly upgraded along its 3 mile length.

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Benone Strand

Co Londonderry

Benone Beach, multiple recipient of the European Blue Flag and Seaside Award, is a must-see when visiting the area. With seven miles of golden sand and a magnificent back drop of mountain and cliff scenery and stunning views across to Donegal.

Mountsandel Fort

Mountsandel Fort

Co Londonderry

Mountsandel Wood is the earliest known settlement of man in Ireland dating to between 7600 and 7900BC.
Flint tools were found here, indicating that Stone Age hunters camped here to fish salmon in the natural weir.

Dark Hedges, Stranocum, County Antrim

Dark Hedges

Co Antrim

This beautiful avenue of beech trees was planted by the Stuart family in the eighteenth century.

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