Location: Bushmills
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Bushmills is a village on the north coast of County Antrim, Northern Ireland. Bushmills had 1,319 inhabitants in the 2001 Census. It is located 60 miles (97 km) from Belfast, 11 miles (18 km) from Ballycastle and 9 miles (14 km) from Coleraine. The village owes its name to the River Bush and to a large watermill that was built there in the early 17th century.
Restaurants in Bushmills
1. City and Causeway Tours
Overall Ratings
5 based on 176 reviews
Reviewed By AgouraTraveler - Agoura Hills, California
The trip was easy to book via e-mail, and the replies were prompt given the time difference. Stevie, our guide for the day, was awesome! He was personable, knowledgeable and flexible. We traveled on roads not taken by the large coaches and Stevie explained the history, told us stories, and even did trivia questions as we experienced the beautiful County Antrim coast. Our lunch break was at a quaint cafe with a delicious surprise at the end of the meal. We highly recommend this excursion!
2. Surf Sup NI
Overall Ratings
5 based on 75 reviews
We are the first SUP Surf school in N. Ireland and are based right beside the world famous Giants Causeway - in the majestic and scenic port of Portballintrae, Co. Antrim.We offer SUP lessons, SUP courses, SUPfaris and team development fun.John has been instructing sport for 20 years and his passion for SUP will surely rub off on you!"I provide a safe and friendly experience, focusing on getting you on your feet and enjoying this fabulous sport."
Reviewed By Vanessa B
We combined the SUP experience with the Giants Causeway and we were not disappointed with either. The SUP lesson was provided by an experienced, funny and entertaining man called John. It was his company than runs the lessons. The equipment was top notch. The lesson was excellent and there was
3. Coasteering NI - Private Tours
Overall Ratings
5 based on 366 reviews
Coasteering is the fastest growing Adventure Sport in the UK and one of the best Natural Adventure Sports that you could ever try!Northern Ireland has some of the most dramatic Coastlines in Europe!We have spent years selecting the best venues on offer!It's a match made in Heaven... So why not throw yourself into the action?
Reviewed By WanderingOn_bn - Cork, Ireland
We had an EPIC morning with Bobby and Kat scrambling over rocks, jumping in and out of pools and enjoying the water. It was so much fun, we felt totally at ease and perfectly safe with the guys who seemed in their element in the water and were great craic throughout the morning. Highly recommend this to anyone looking for some adventure while visiting the Causeway Coast - the 2 hours flew and the big jumps at the end were just incredible! Do it!! :) :)
4. Causeway Coastal Route
Overall Ratings
5 based on 1 reviews
The Causeway Coastal Route is a designated scenic tourist drive around the coast of Northern Ireland between the cities of Belfast and Londonderry. The route follows the coast and takes you to several major tourist attractions along the way including The Giant's Causeway, Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, Dunluce Castle, The Old Bushmills Whiskey Distillery and the Glens of Antrim. There are also nine scenic loop roads that run off the main Coastal Route. These are: Islandmagee, Slemish Mountain, Glenariff, Glendun, Torr Road, Glenshesk, Bann Valley, Binevenagh Mountain and the Roe Vally. One of these (Torr Scenic Road)is quite narrow so do be careful if your not used to our small roads, one tip is to pull in your wing mirrors on the Torr Road.
Reviewed By Margarita H
In fact during much of the time we didnt see the coast while driving. There is a ferry which didn't work when we reach the place
5. Dunluce Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By 34210king - Dublin, Ireland
Truely impressive and extensive historical site. The village, no longer visible, which was erected to sustain and support the castle is explained and contextualised very well. The remaining walls and buildings give a very good feel for life ad lived on the site. Do take the time to read the well placed explanatory notices. We did not take the audio guide but were happy with the notices on the walls. Next time I will take the audo tour.
Very highly recomnended. Pick a good day!
6. Bushfoot Golf Club
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By Nicole A
If you're looking for a nice relaxing place to enjoy a delicious meal this is the ticket. 3 courses for the price of your main course, starting from £10! Big portions, well presented and tastes amazing! Plus stunning views of the Causeway from the restaurant, a cabinet full of homemade desserts and the friendliest of staff! What more could you ask for?
7. Ballintoy Harbour
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 582 reviews
Reviewed By brendywell
The harbour is beautifully situated and a delight to visit. It has been used for filming scenes for Game of Thrones. The surrounding area is lovely to stroll around, with fabulous views.
8. Giant's Causeway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
Northern Ireland's most popular tourist destination: this large stretch of staircase-shaped rocks is the result of cooled lava from volcanic eruptions that took place over 65 million years ago.
Reviewed By Rockin_RR - Vancouver
The Antrim coast and the natural beauty of the causeway are definitely worth the trip. The coast and cliffs are amazing and make for great hike.
There are lots of people even when we visited in March so I'm sure that during the summer the area would be packed.
The visitor centre is an absolute rip-off. 11 pounds a head for the pleasure of entering the building to grab a coffee or wander the gift shop. We are from Canada and that is $44.00 for a couple. We said No Thanks! Many locals are equally upset about this as well.
We did use the bathrooms outside of the building and they were disgusting!!! Both the mens and womens were filthy. By a long shot, these were the absolute worst anywhere we were in Ireland.
Go, enjoy the scenery and the natural beauty of the Giant's Causeway, but save your money and skip the entry fee for the visitor centre.
Oh be sure to keep an eye out for "Finn McCool"!
9. White Park Bay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 103 reviews
Reviewed By Bruce W - Watford
Visited this beautiful area yet again. Walked down to the beach along the path that is a little steep in places but is worth it for the wildlife and flora and fauna (especially in summer). On reaching the beach you are faced with Portbradden on your left nestled under a cliff and a long sandy stretch of beach to your right. We strolled along stepping over a number of small streams running down over the beach and checking out some rock pools. We also came across a small number of beautiful blue shells on the beach. At the end of the beach, we had to carefully clamber over the rocks (some quite slippery) and then around the corner, you come upon the elephant rock (photographer's dream!) and slightly further on you arrive at Ballintoy harbor for a well-earned treat of food and drink. The walk back to the car entails walking on the main road but the views are spectacular and the exercise compensates for the food consumed earlier.
10. Bushfoot Strand
Overall Ratings
5 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By John A - Belfast, United Kingdom
Bushfoot strand, or Runkerry beach, runs from the mouth of the River Bush towards Runkerry and the Giant's Causeway beyond.
It is a wide and sandy beach for most of the year and very popular with holidaymakers and young children during the better summer days. However swimmers should be careful as there are often rip tides running along the beach and sudden deep drop-offs near the water's edge.
At the exit of the Bush there is a rocky reef exposed at low tide with many rock pools that can be explored safely.
One of the most popular walks is to start at the car park above the beach, then explore the sand dunes on the way to the cliff path towards the Giant's Causeway and return along the beach. It should take about 2 hours.
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