Things to Do in Ballymena in 2024

Glenarm featuring general coastal views, a beach and a coastal town

Ballymena Attractions

Smaller cities have a charm about them you just don't find in their larger counterparts. Look up all the fun things to see and do in Ballymena before you head away so you can squeeze the most out of your break. You'll soon learn that bigger isn't necessarily better!

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What to do in Ballymena

Free Things to Do in Ballymena

They say the best things in life are free. Check out the following around Ballymena:

Cranny Falls

- Simply being close to the water will leave you feeling refreshed and calm.

Millennium Riverside Walk

- It's easy to feel connected with Mother Nature at this awe-inspiring place.

Things to Do in Ballymena with Kids

There are plenty of awesome experiences in Ballymena that the entire gang will enjoy. Here are a few of the best family friendly experiences around.

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Frequently asked questions

What to do in Ballymena on a sunny day?

Soak up the good weather (and get some exercise too) with some of these fun activities:

What to do in Ballymena on a rainy day?

A Aspire Lounge by Servisair at Belfast City Airport (BHD) is an excellent indoor activity to try out if the weather isn’t behaving.

Are there cheap things to do in Ballymena?

There are plenty of activities and tours here that are just the ticket if you’re traveling on a shoestring:

What can you do in Ballymena for free?

You could leave your credit card in the hotel safe for the day, because these cool attractions can be seen for nothing:

Slemish Mountain
Cushendun Beach
Lurig Mountain
St. Killian’s College

Discover the most popular places to visit in Ballymena

Glenarm Castle

4.5/5(4 reviews)

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.

Glenariff Forest Park

5/5(7 reviews)

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.

Slemish Mountain

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

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.

Red Bay Castle

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

Ossian's Grave

Learn about the local history of Glenaan when you take a trip to Ossian's Grave. While in this quaint area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Curfew Tower

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

Cranny Falls

5/5(1 review)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cranny Falls during your travels in Ballymena. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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.