Location: Portrush
Top Things to do in Portrush
Top 10 Free Things to do in Portrush, Northern Ireland
Portrush (from Irish: Port Rois, meaning "promontory port") is a small seaside resort town in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom, on the County Londonderry border. The main part of the old town, including the railway station as well as most hotels, restaurants and bars, is built on a mile–long peninsula, Ramore Head, pointing north-northwest. It had a population of 6,454 people as measured by the 2011 Census. In the off-season, Portrush is a dormitory town for the nearby campus of the University of Ulster at Coleraine. It neighbours the resort of Portstewart.
Restaurants in Portrush
1. East Strand
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 193 reviews
Reviewed By Expedition600826
Perfect beach for young children: good clean sand and long stretches with clear views. The water is cold when you first go in but soon warm up running in and out! Perfect to build up an appetite. Fussy eaters were looking for extras.
2. Causeway Coastal Walk
3. Portrush West Strand
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 79 reviews
Reviewed By Soccermike1015 - Asheville, United States
I went here on a chilly but sunny weekday afternoon in late October. People were running on the beach or walking dogs, I loved it !
4. Ramore Head
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By Alibali27 - Grangemouth, United Kingdom
This is a nice gentle stroll and the path is level and even. I would not want to do it on a windy day as there aren’t any barriers and you do walk near the edge. With wild flowers, rugged rocks and the sea it’s a lovely place to ponder and daydream
5. Portrush Whiterocks Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 73 reviews
Reviewed By 816johna - Belfast, United Kingdom
When a cold wind is blowing, as it usually does, this is a great beach for a walk. At the weekend, no matter what the weather, there will be many walkers and surfers taking advantage of the unique and bracing conditions here. Walk westwards for over a mile towards Portrush, past the Royal Portrush Golf Course, have a refreshing cup of tea and then return along the strand and you will have done more than your daily 10k steps!
6. Portrush Countryside Centre
7. Portrush Visitor Information Centre
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 47 reviews
Visitor Information Centre providing free tourist information for local residents and visitors to the area. Explore the Causeway Coast and Glens and Northern Ireland, we offer a selection of printed guides to include visitor attractions, accommodation, events and transport timetables. Tickets for local events and maps are also available. Accommodation booking service. Seasonal opening April - September. We are located in the basement of Portrush Town Hall, the entrance is on Kerr Street, directly opposite Barry's Amusements.
8. Portrush Library
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 13 reviews
To find out more about the library including opening times and holidays please visit the Libraries NI website.
9. Portrush Yacht Club
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 32 reviews
We offer visitors a chance to enjoy the beautiful beaches and coastline around Portrush all year round. We have a vibrant diving section and along with the yachting, cruising, fishing and surfing sections we have something for all ages. Our social section is renowned with bands or a DJ every Friday and Saturday night, with more entertainment on bank holidays and during the summer months.
