Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025
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.
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.
You can spend time studying the exhibits at McIlwaine Fine Art in Larne. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Explore the waterfront in Larne with a trip to Port of Larne. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Find out about the history of Larne when you take a trip to Olderfleet Castle. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Find out about the history of Larne when you spend time at Sentry Hill Historic House. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
