Location: Newtownabbey
Top Things to do in Newtownabbey
The 5 Best Things to do Good for Big Groups in Newtownabbey, Northern Ireland
Newtownabbey is a large settlement north of Belfast in County Antrim, Northern Ireland. Sometimes considered to be a suburb of Belfast, it is separated from the rest of the city by Cavehill and Fortwilliam golf course. At the 2001 Census, Newtownabbey Urban Area had a population of 62,056, making it the fourth largest settlement in Northern Ireland. It is part of Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council.
Restaurants in Newtownabbey
1. Need 4 Speed Indoor Karting
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By Alanwexford - Wexford, Ireland
Our first visit to Need 4 Speed in Doagh, Newtownabbey. Very impressed by the whole set up. I emailed through their website a couple of days beforehand to check availability and Debs quickly got back to us within minutes, and booked us in. Good friendly welcome when we arrived with everyone wearing their covid masks. We all changed into racing suits. Fresh gloves and hair coverings were provided. We watched a safety briefing video before heading out to the track where the instructor led us around the first lap of the track to make sure everyone was happy and knew what to do. We had two sessions on the track with a short interval where we were able to check track times, and tried to improve on the second session. Kids had a great time, and we look forward to returning.
2. The Spa Dunamoy
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 132 reviews
The Award winning 4 star Spa at Dunamoy is only 14 miles North from Central Belfast, but here you will find peace and tranquility in the heart of the rolling Co Antrim Countryside. The Spa features multiple treatment rooms, including the dual bath/massage suite, a 10m spa pool and solarium/ relaxation area. The Spa at Dunamoy is proud to be one of the few able to showcase award winning brand Elemis, featuring specially selected treatments from this leading luxury spa and skincare brand. These include signature facials, detox rituals and luxurious body massage, plus a well stocked shopping area for the perfect gift. Escape with friends or book a romantic getaway, either as a day spa customer or a resident in one of our beautiful stone cottages
Reviewed By daisym279
A perfect choice for a memorable gals night away. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, where every feature of the Dunamoy experience exceeded our expectations. All staff had a warm and lovely manner. Afternoon tea & breakfast were absolutely delicious, the spa peaceful & beautiful, the cottage stylish, comfy & spotless, equipped with everything needed for our group. We raved about our top class facials, and expert therapists. Bliss !
3. War Years Remembered (War Museum)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 158 reviews
Reviewed By argylltraveler
This war museum is a must for any war historian all the items covering the 1st & 2nd world wars are all original its has vechicles weapons uniforms & so much more it takes around 2hours to get round it all very interesting I just loved it
4. Borderline Combat Airsoft
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 38 reviews
The Adrenaline kicks in. Your heart is racing and your blood pumping, projectiles fly past your ears, a grenade explodes next to your foot. You lean precariously over an IED that you have to disarm before it detonates killing you and your team mates, meanwhile all around you the enemy are closing in. That's the thrill of Borderline Combat Airsoft!
5. Belfast Zoo
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 913 reviews
Belfast Zoo is located in north Belfast. The zoo's 55 acre site is home to more than 1,000 animals and 150 species. The majority of our animals are in danger in their natural habitat. The zoo also carries out important conservation work and takes part in European and international breeding programmes which help to ensure the survival of many species under threat. Belfast Zoo is one of the top fee-paying visitor attraction in Northern Ireland, receiving more than 300,000 visitors a year.
Reviewed By Inniscoole
A wonderful place in stunning surroundings. Which even without animals would be a pleasure. But add a zoo and add the magic. I spent Easter Sunday here with my niece. People think zoos are sad now but not this one. Most of the animals have been rescued or conserved. The elephants are rescues and the Barbary lions are no longer found in the wild. The silver back Gorilla is also a rescue. These animals now have the best of homes. The giraffes were majestic and my niece equally loved the small tortoises and birds and fruit bats in the “rainforest”. She loved the small farm having never seen even a pig before! The play park has everything lovely design. And what better on a sunny day than to sit with the flamingos? I think we locals forget what we have up the hill. In the whole day I don’t think I saw one poo, the place was clean and well kept a tribute to the hard working staff , and the keepers had character, knowledge and obvious love of the animals when giving their talks. It was busy today, but do go when it is quiet. The only thing that let it down was the food. Over priced and aimed at the most common denominator, chips and chicken nuggets all round! Where were the salads, pies, savoury pasties, toasties, wraps? Waiter service? Come on this could be improved on big time. We had to queue again for 2 ice lollies with everyone queuing for food by the time we got served they were melted! people would flock if the catering was decent in a superior location. Next time on such a sunny day my advice is bring a picnic!
