County Antrim

County Antrim is a perfect snapshot of Northern Ireland. Not only is it home to the dynamic city of Belfast, it is the playground of giants that walk its nine glens and sit on the banks of the magnificent Lough Neagh. Here you’ll be offered spectacular cliff top walks and dramatic sea views, all just a stone’s throw from fine seafood restaurants.

From castles to gardens

Adventurers with a love of the past will find this county thoroughly bewitching. Whether it’s the grounds of the 400-year-old Antrim Castle and Gardens on Lough Neagh, the bastion of Carrickfergus Castle guarding Belfast Lough or the wondrous walled garden of Glenarm Castle, there is plenty here for the history buff to fill their boots with.

Horticulturalists might need to bring theirs too. The Antrim Garden Trail, which includes Glenarm Castle, offers visits to some of the most distinguished public and private gardens in the UK or Ireland.

If you’ve never heard of Game of Thrones®, get ready…

Every fan of Game of Thrones® will want to make their way to the world-famous Dark Hedges in Ballymoney. If it’s more unique beauty you’re after, then a day exploring the wonders of the Glens of Antrim is an absolute must. These are the glens through which the giants of this land roamed. Indeed, locals say that some of the hills are those very same giants asleep. When you see what they put together at the nearby Giant’s Causeway, you might agree that they deserve their break.

Meeting houses and meeting people

You’ll be needing one or two breaks yourself along the way and luckily, County Antrim is full of great spots to eat and drink. Just north of Belfast, Sleepy Hollow in Newtownabbey is something of a bistro bolthole. Both it and its sister restaurant, Billy Andy’s, are highly regarded and the fact that they produce much of what you’ll eat on their own farm only adds to their reputation.

Sleep under the stars - and in starred places too

After all this adventure, food and fun, you’ll be needing a good night’s rest. For those who want to snuggle down in more conventional digs, a B&B like the comfortable and welcoming Ballyharvey House (3*) in the County Antrim countryside is ideal. This spot has great views across to Lough Neagh and as far as the Sperrin Mountains to the west.

If your eyes are fixed on something a little more luxurious, then give the Thermal Village, relaxation pods, hot tubs and mini-jacuzzis at Galgorm (4*) a whirl.

Whatever you try and wherever you go in County Antrim, a giant spirit awaits you. Be sure to embrace it. It will most surely embrace you.

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Top Things to See & Do in County Antrim

We've pulled together a curated list of some of the most interesting things to see and do in County Antrim, including well-known landmarks like the Giant's Causeway and lesser known experiences that you might not find elsewhere!
Getting to County Antrim

Antrim is a county with big stories to tell. It’s home to Northern Ireland’s capital city, Belfast, birth place of the Titanic, the world-famous Giant’s Causeway, and it serves as a great launching pad for travels across the rest of Northern Ireland.
Dunluce Castle

Dunluce Castle is located dramatically close to a headland that plunges straight into the sea, along the North County Antrim coast.
Activities & Attractions in Antrim

Antrim’s position in the north-east corner has given it a central role in the history of Northern Ireland and its neighbours. The county is peppered with some of the finest castles and historical heritage sites on the island. As you make your way around, it’s not hard to see why it has been chosen as the location for so many TV shows and movies known for their epic grandeur and scale.
Food & Drink in Antrim

Visitors to Antrim are spoilt for choice when it comes to food and drink. While Belfast is a lively city, it’s also surrounded by small market towns and villages across County Antrim awash with artisan food makers and top-class restaurants that pride themselves on using fresh local produce.
Accommodation in County Antrim

There is so much to see and do in County Antrim that by day’s end you’ll look forward to tucking your weary head into a warm and comfortable bed. Dotted throughout Antrim you’ll find top-class accommodation option to suit every budget. Whether it’s a B&B or five-star hotel, you’re guaranteed a warm welcome.