Things to do in Cushendun

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Cushendun must see attractions

1. Giant's Causeway

Giant’s Causeway is one of the premier natural history attractions in Northern Ireland. Discover the rock formations, take in the views from the cliffs, go bird-watching, or enjoy a picnic.
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Giant\'s Causeway which includes general coastal views, rugged coastline and a monument

2. Old Bushmills Distillery

One of the few historic operating distilleries to offer tours, the Old Bushmills Distillery is a must-do for whiskey lovers. Even if you don’t like the strong alcoholic drink, it’s interesting to see the making of the malt concoction that Ireland is so famous for at one of Northern Island’s best-known producers.
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Old Bushmills Distillery featuring signage

3. The Dark Hedges

The Stuart family, who wished to impress visitors to their home in the nearby Gracehill House, planted the beech trees here some 200 years ago. It is quite apparent from a visit here just how successful they were, as the Dark Hedges still astound visitors today.
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The Dark Hedges featuring a park

4. Glenarm Castle

Unquestionably one of the finest castles in Ireland, it was built in 1636 and forms part of a working estate that includes forests, an organic farm and the Glenarm River, well-stocked with fish. Breathtaking views of the estate and the sea can be enjoyed from the Mount in the gardens.
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Glenarm Castle showing a park, heritage architecture and chateau or palace

5. Glenariff Forest Park

Set in the valley of Glenariff, one of nine County Antrim glens and popularly known as the “Queen of the Glens”, the park is under half an hour’s drive from Ballymena and around an hour from Belfast. Some car parking is available for a small fee.
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Glenariff Forest Park which includes a river or creek, forests and a cascade

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Glenarm Castle

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The Earls of Antrim have called it home for 400 years and its spectacular walled garden is one of Ireland’s oldest, and at one time it was almost burned to the ground, it is said on account of a fire being kept permanently burning to warm up a featherless parrot. Glenarm Castle is truly one of a kind.

Glenarm Castle
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Glenariff Forest Park

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If you love getting back to nature, then a visit to Glenariff Forest Park, which was formed by glaciers during the Ice Age, will not disappoint. This majestic park, covering over 1,000 hectares of mature woodland, conservation areas and shimmering lake, is immensely popular with walkers, horse-riders, caravanners and campers.

Glenariff Forest Park
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Cushendun Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Cushendun Beach during your travels in Cushendun? Discover the countryside while you're in the area.

Cushendun Beach
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Slemish Mountain

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Slemish Mountain during your travels in Ballymena. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Slemish Mountain
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Red Bay Castle

Learn about the local history of Cushendall with a stop at Red Bay Castle. Wander the seaside in this quaint area.

Red Bay Castle
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Lurig Mountain

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lurig Mountain during your travels in Ballymena. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this quaint area.

Lurig Mountain
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Curfew Tower

Learn about the local history of Cushendall when you take a trip to Curfew Tower. Wander the seaside in this quaint area.

Curfew Tower
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Galgorm Castle Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Ballymena at Galgorm Castle Golf Club. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this quaint area.

Galgorm Castle Golf Club
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Millennium Riverside Walk

You can take time to visit Millennium Riverside Walk during your travels to Ballymena. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Millennium Riverside Walk

Popular day trips from Cushendun

Ballycastle which includes general coastal views and tranquil scenes

Ballycastle