Top Things to do in County Antrim
What to do and see in County Antrim, Northern Ireland: The Best Outdoor Activities
Discover the best top things to do in County Antrim, United Kingdom including Coasteering NI - Private Tours, Causeway Coasteering, Sheans Horse Farm, Surf Sup NI, Causeway Coastal Route, Alive Adventures, Blackhead Path, Coast Road, East Strand, Portrush Surf School.
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1. Coasteering NI - Private Tours
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5.0 based on 482 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?
2. Causeway Coasteering
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5.0 based on 165 reviews
Coasteering is adrenaline; cliff jumping, bouldering, climbing, being tossed by waves and basically using our rugged coastline as an adventure playground. However, coasteering is much more than that. For many of our customers, experiencing our beautiful shallow coastal caves, hidden coves and little islands around our breathtaking coastline is the highlight of their visit to the Causeway Coast.
3. Sheans Horse Farm
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5.0 based on 363 reviews
Enjoy the most extensive Horse / Pony Trekking and Hacking facilities along Ireland’s North Coast at Sheans Horse Farm. Sheans Horse Farm is a Riding School and Trekking Centre on the McKinley family farm in the North Antrim hills. Our riding takes place on miles of offroad tracks that wind high into the beautiful North Antrim Hills. Beginners or confident riders can experience the freedom, fun and buzz of horse riding at Sheans Horse Farm.
Reviewed By GottaGetOutdoors
I booked a ‘picnic hack‘ for my horse-mad daughter for her birthday. We had a brilliant morning with Paul, our guide, who we followed horseback to a hillside cabin where we stopped off for our cup of tea! . The views were beautiful and the horses were fabulous. Donal, who dealt with the booking was responsive in emails and very welcoming on arrival, as were the rest of the Sheans team. We will certainly return and would love to do the beach ride next time. Overall - a great experience and a very happy teenager who can’t wait to go again!
4. Surf Sup NI
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5.0 based on 76 reviews
We are the first SUP Surf school in N. Ireland and operate from The Coast Office, 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."
5. Causeway Coastal Route
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5.0 based on 2,114 reviews
The Causeway Coastal Route is a designated tourist drive around the coast of Northern Ireland between Belfast and Londonderry. The route follows the coast and takes you to several major tourist attractions including The Giant's Causeway, Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, Dunluce Castle, The Old Bushmills Whiskey Distillery and the Glens of Antrim. There are a further nine shorter scenic routes that loop off the main Coastal Route. These are : Islandmagee, Slemish Mountain, Glenariff, Glendun, Torr Road, Glenshesk, Bann Valley, Binevenagh Mountain and the Roe Valley.
Reviewed By nyackgirl47 - New York City, United States
We rented a car at the airport in Belfast, and drove to Derry. Very inexpensive way to see everything if (a) you can drive a stick shift car, and (b) you can acclimate to driving on the opposite side of the road (we're American, so we had to acclimate!). We spent a couple of days in Derry, and then took the Causeway Coastal Route straight down until we picked up the highway just outside Ballygally (spent the night there enroute). We sought out several of the Game of Thrones sites enroute, so we kind of did our own tour (saw the dark hedges, the caves, and a couple of the doors - one at Mary McBride's pub and the other at the Ballygally Castle). You will see so much along this route - the seaside resort town of Portrush (where the British Open golf tournament is currently being played), the remains of the Dunluce castle, the Carrick rope bridge, adorable little towns. It's wonderful!
6. Alive Adventures
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5.0 based on 588 reviews
Welcome to Alive Adventures in Northern Ireland, a six time winner of Trips-advisor’s “Certificate of Excellence” and “Hall Of Fame” award. We offer a range of activities and rentals, from surfing and SUP to kayaking and eBikes. You’ll be spoiled for choice. So, why not join Ricky and the team as you explore the beautiful Causeway Coast in style. Check out our website to see our full range of adventures and we hope to see you soon!
7. Blackhead Path
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5.0 based on 119 reviews
Reviewed By Steveodo - Carrickfergus, United Kingdom
The Black Head Path has reopened again after a couple of years being shut for repairs. Its free. You drive down Old Castle Road to use the car park on the sea front in Whitehead (another road, McRae’s Brae, turns into a private road and is not suitable at all). I was surprised to see something new from the path. It happened very quickly; some big, silvery fish, very close to shore, leaping straight up out of the water. Happened twice, in different places. People tell me it may have been sea trout. The weather was rainy, and I did not care. This is a great coastal walk whatever the weather or month of the year. The new wooden railings on the upper path look great. I went back on a sunnier day, and saw lizards. With the path being closed I’d not seen any for years. Out to sea three Archer Class Royal Navy ships were powering into Belfast Lough. You never know what you’re going to see. Returning here is such a good experience. Blackhead Path Preservation Society were the group of private citizens who got together to successfully lobby to get the path restored. The money came from Mid & East Antrim Council, while the work was done by contractors F.P. McCann and ProNet the cliff netting specialists. Good job, many thanks.
8. Coast Road
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5.0 based on 210 reviews
Reviewed By 816johna - Belfast, United Kingdom
The Antrim Coast Road drive is a must do activity for anyone visiting Northern Ireland. Start at Larne and drive northwards towards Ballycastle for the best views...they just keep getting better and better. Stop off at any of the small villages and towns along the way to relax and take in the sights. It's a lovely way to spend a day.
9. East Strand
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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.
10. Portrush Surf School
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5.0 based on 176 reviews
Learn to Surf, Paddle Board and BodyBoard with 11 x Irish National Champion Martin Kelly. Current British Number 3 TK runs lessons everyday all year round from the first class facilities of Portrush Yacht Club. All equipment included. 2 Hour Surf Sessions. Small and Large groups catered for. Private changing facilities and HOT Showers included free of change. N.Ireland No.1 Surf Coach ! Surfing Lessons Surf School Paddle Board Lessons SUP
