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From Belfast: Giant's Causeway Full-Day Guided Trip
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Carrickfergus Castle
Carrickfergus Castle is one of the best preserved castles in Northern Ireland and has withstood sieges and defended against invaders for more than 800 years. The imposing landmark dominates the shoreline in Lough Belfast, the inlet surrounding the city, making it impossible to ignore for anyone trying to attack Belfast.
Carrickfergus Marina
Explore the waterfront in Carrickfergus with a trip to Carrickfergus Marina. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
Blackhead Path
Explore the great outdoors at Blackhead Path, a lovely green space in Carrickfergus. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Whitehead Conservation Area
Enjoy an outing to Whitehead Conservation Area during your stay in Whitehead. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Knockagh Monument
You can find out about the history of Carrickfergus with a visit to Knockagh Monument. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
Beach Road Nature Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Beach Road Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Whitehead. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
The Gallery Whitehead
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at The Gallery Whitehead during your travels in Whitehead. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Greenisland Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Greenisland at Greenisland Golf Club. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
Andrew Jackson Centre
Find out about the history of Carrickfergus with a stop at Andrew Jackson Centre. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
- The Gallery Whitehead
- Bentra Golf Course
- Titanic Belfast
- Port of Larne
- Boucher Road Playing Fields
- Grand Opera House
- Belfast Botanic Gardens
- Victoria Square Shopping Centre
- Belfast Castle
- St. George's Market
- Stormont Parliament Buildings
- Ulster Museum
- Donaghadee Harbour
- St. Anne's Cathedral
- Colin Glen Forest Park
- Antrim Castle
- Belfast Customs House
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