Kinbane Castle

How’s your head for heights? A narrow, swinging bridge, 20 metres long and suspended 100 feet above the rocks and sea below, links mainland Northern Ireland with a tiny outcropping of volcanic rock known as Carrick-a-Rede.

Crossing a bridge is not an obvious activity for thrill-seekers, but then Carrick-a-Rede is not like most bridges.

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Ballycastle Beach during your travels in Ballycastle? Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its bars.

You can learn about the history of Ballycastle with a stop at Ballintoy Church. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Explore the waterfront in Ballycastle with a trip to Ballintoy Harbour. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

As if the undulating Irish countryside wasn’t magical enough, close to the town of Ballymoney you can treat yourself to a magical and mysterious moment with a visit to the Dark Hedges. This breathtaking avenue of gnarled beech trees lines the Bregagh Road close to the village of Armoy in County Antrim.