Carrickfergus
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Visit Carrickfergus

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Popular places to visit

Carrickfergus Castle
Carrickfergus Castle is one of the best preserved castles in Northern Ireland and has withstood sieges and defended against invaders for more than 800 years. The imposing landmark dominates the shoreline in Lough Belfast, the inlet surrounding the city, making it impossible to ignore for anyone trying to attack Belfast.
Carrickfergus Marina
Explore the waterfront in Carrickfergus with a trip to Carrickfergus Marina. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
Blackhead Path
Explore the great outdoors at Blackhead Path, a lovely green space in Carrickfergus. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Whitehead Conservation Area
Enjoy an outing to Whitehead Conservation Area during your stay in Whitehead. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Knockagh Monument
You can find out about the history of Carrickfergus with a visit to Knockagh Monument. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
Beach Road Nature Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Beach Road Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Whitehead. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do

Guided Day Tour of Giant's Causeway from Belfast by Comfortable Coach

Titanic Belfast Entrance Ticket: Titanic Visitor Experience Including SS Nomadic

Belfast Political Tour-Conflicting Stories Walking Tour

Belfast: McConnell's Distillery Guided Tour with Tasting

From Belfast: Giant's Causeway Full-Day Guided Trip

Afternoon Giant's Causeway Half Day Tour from Belfast
- Carrickfergus Castle
- Knockagh Monument
- Beach Road Nature Reserve
- Greenisland Golf Club
- The Gallery Whitehead
- Andrew Jackson Centre
- St. Nicholas Church
- Diamond Jubilee Wood
- Titanic Belfast
- SSE Arena
- Queen's University of Belfast
- Port of Larne
- Boucher Road Playing Fields
- Grand Opera House
- Belfast City Hall
- Belfast Botanic Gardens
- Victoria Square Shopping Centre
- Waterfront Hall
- Belfast Castle
- Lisburn Road
- St. George's Market
- Ormeau Park
- Odyssey Complex
- Stormont Parliament Buildings
- Glenarm Castle
- Ulster Museum