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The Gobbins |
Glenarm Castle |
Elephant Rock |
The Salthouse |
Tartine at Distillers Arms |
The Dairy |
Mussenden Temple and Downhill Demesne |
Galgorm |
Islandmagee
On the thrilling Gobbins Experience, nature isn’t content to just sit back and be admired. It completely engulfs you: from the all-enveloping Irish Sea winds and the dolphins dancing off the coastline.
Glenarm
With its own special place in local history, Glenarm Castle is a true national treasure. One of Ireland's oldest estates, and home to the Earls of Antrim, Glenarm Castle is a 'must see' destination and one of Northern Ireland's top tourist attractions.
Portrush
The 18-bedroom Victorian terrace boasts exquisite ocean views and has been extensively renovated to bring their own brand of sleek sophisticated glamour. On their doorstep, you will find many of the town’s most celebrated restaurants, blue-flag beaches, as well as the world-renowned Royal Portrush…
Ballycastle
Standing in its own private grounds surrounded by the natural beauty of the county Antrim countryside, overlooking Ballycastle, The Salthouse enjoys jaw dropping views of the coastline to Fairhead and beyond.
Bushmills
Tartine aims to provide an experience. The ambiance of the surroundings, experienced staff and quality seasonal food makes for an exceptional night out.
Gleno
Rustic style café, butchers and farm shop set in the heart of the Gleno valley, within a few minutes walk of Gleno waterfall and an easy drive from Larne or Carrickfergus with a delicious menu and large range of local produce for sale.
Castlerock
Mussenden Temple is located in the beautiful surroundings of Downhill Demesne near Castlerock in County Londonderry. Awe inspiring views, colourful gardens and woodland walks.
Ballymena
Galgorm is one Ireland's premier Resorts, set in 163 acres of lush parkland near Northern Ireland’s most renowned scenic attractions it is the perfect location to truly relax & unwind.
From | To | Distance * (metric) |
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The Gobbins (54.78106,-5.70828) | Glenarm Castle (54.96617,-5.95618) | 23.42 |
Glenarm Castle (54.96617,-5.95618) | Elephant Rock (55.20977,-6.65672) | 47.01 |
Elephant Rock (55.20977,-6.65672) | The Salthouse (55.19367,-6.24217) | 23.76 |
The Salthouse (55.19367,-6.24217) | Tartine at Distillers Arms (55.20325,-6.5223) | 16.05 |
Tartine at Distillers Arms (55.20325,-6.5223) | The Dairy (54.80609,-5.8323) | 56.18 |
The Dairy (54.80609,-5.8323) | Mussenden Temple and Downhill Demesne (55.1642,-6.81041) | 66.71 |
Mussenden Temple and Downhill Demesne (55.1642,-6.81041) | Galgorm (54.87759,-6.34434) | 39.26 |
Total Distance * | 272.32 miles | |
Estimated Journey Time | 8.77 hours |
* Approximate distance by road
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