tourist attractions antrim

Today's thriving Irish linen industry, a world leader in fashion and furnishings, has its roots in the 17th century province of Ulster. Now we have a unique opportunity to trace the history of this important industry in its heartland- in the Irish Linen Centre at Lisburn Museum...

Rathlin Island lies just over six miles north of the pretty seaside resort of Ballycastle, Co Antrim, and 14 miles from the Mull of Kintyre Scotland.

The island is L-shaped; one side is four miles long, the other three, and it is nowhere more than a mile across. It is almost treeless and most of the coastline is cliffs, much of it 200 feet high.

To reach the island, take a boat from Ballycastle across Rathlin Sound to the harbour at Church Bay. The boat trip takes about...

As Northern Ireland's premier theatre, the Grand Opera House brings world class entertainment to Northern Ireland including theatre, musicals, opera, ballet, comedy, concerts and pantomine....

The Lagan Valley Regional Park was established in the late 1960s, to protect the countryside of the Lagan Valley between Belfast and Lisburn and to develop the area for wildlife conservation and informal recreation....

The first 'Belfast Castle' was built by the Normans in the late 12th century. On the same site a stone and timber castle was erected in 1611. This home of Sir Arthur Chichester, baron of Belfast, was burned down in 1708 leaving only street names (eg Castle Place) to mark this site....

A modern zoo with a strong emphasis on conservation, the zoo's collection includes over 160 different animal species, many of them endangered. With all the traditional ingredients for a great day out, Belfast Zoo has something to offer both individuals and families. You'll enjoy the children's farm, primate and African enclosures, underwater viewing of penguins and sealions, bird park and much more....

The Giant's Causeway is a World Heritage Site, famous for the beauty and extent of its extraordinary geological features which can easily be reached and enjoyed....

Carrick a Rede: which means the rock in the road, was given this name because the island and adjacent shallow channel between it and the mainland act as a barrier to migrating salmon. They are deflected north into the nets laid by local fishermen who use the bridge to get to the fishery on the island.
A rope bridge has spanned the 60ft gap between the mainland and Carrick a Rede Island for at least 200 years. It is put up in April and remains in place until early September. Grea...

Murlough Bay is located off the Ballycastle/Cushendall Road. It's one of the most beautiful bays in Ireland and is backed by cliffs with trees growing to the water's edge. It is owned by the National Trust. Attractions include the ruins of an ancient church as well as many rare plants. Features include a car park and a picnic area....

This magnificent building dominates the city centre and is usually the first port of call for visitors to the city. You'll have no problem finding this attraction as it's instantly recognisable from its classical Renaissance style exterior and its distinctive green domes - the main dome measuring about 53 metres.
The City Hall was built in 1898 after Belfast was given the title of a 'city' by Queen Victoria. It features Portland stone, impressive marble and stained glass windows.