Antrim Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Photo by Lawrence Mc Cann
Notfar from Northern Ireland’s capital city, Antrimis situated on the shores of the UK’s largest lake, LoghNeagh. A popular alternative to Belfast, Antrimis ideal for those seeking a getaway that blends vibrant urban energy with theleafy landscape of the Emerald Isle.

Restingon the picturesque banks of the Six Mile Water River, Antrim has fantasticshopping, excellent dining and tremendous culture on offer at the ClotworthyArts Centre. Throw in hiking trails along the crystal shores of LoughNeagh and you’ve got the recipe for the perfect Irish break.

Architecturein Antrim

Antrimhas much fine architecture, spanning many centuries. Wander through the town’sstreets and you’ll discover delightful buildings in abundance, such as a 19thcentury blacksmith, with a very distinctive entranceway. You mustn’t miss the ruinsof Antrim Castle, either. In the form of theBarbican Gate and a grand 19th century Italianate tower, the ruinsperch on the banks of the Six Mile Water in an almost mystical manner.

Shoppingin Antrim

Don’tworry if history’s not your thing, because Antrimis one of Northern Ireland’s top retail hubs. Pay a visit to one of the town’stwo fantastic shopping centres – Function One International Outlet Centre orthe Castle Mall. Pick up the latest fashions and find all the well-known highstreet names. In the town’s historic centre, you’ll also find everything fromjewellery stores to farm shops and excellent eateries.

DiningOut in Antrim

Antrimhas a hearty selection of great places to eat, catering to every taste. Fromfirst-class country lodge restaurants, to vintage tearooms and authentic Irishcuisine, you’ll find no end of great eateries. If you fancy Italian, Indian orChinese food, Antrim also has a great range of international restaurants. Withoutstanding gastronomy and good old Irish hospitality right in the centre oftown, you’ll be spoiled for choice.

Culturein Antrim

Whynot experience a night of real Irish culture by heading to the popular ClotworthyArts Centre? Located in the 19th century stables of AntrimCastle, the centre was completely refurbished in the 1990s and reopenedas a state of the art venue. Now hosting an eclectic mix of music, theatre,workshops, dance and a range of other visual arts, you’ll find Clotworthy isthe perfect place to spend an evening enjoying contemporary arts in Antrim.

Naturein Antrim

Ifyou’re paying a visit to Antrim, it goes withoutsaying that you’ll want to explore the countryside. Take the kids to feed theducks at Antrim Lough Shore Park, ruminate on lifein the preserved historical gardens of AntrimCastle, or just lose yourself on one of County Antrim’sdazzling countryside walking trails. You’ll be hard pressed not to fall in lovewith Northern Ireland’s lush green scenery and lakeside beauty.

Booka Trip to Antrim Today

Antrimis waiting for you, so what are you waiting for? Book a trip to Antrim towntoday and marvel at the wonders on offer in Northern Ireland.

Holiday Inn Express Antrim, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Antrim, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
Ballymena Road, Junction 1 Liesure Park, Antrim, Northern Ireland
The price is ₹8,916 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
₹8,916
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking.
8.6/10 Excellent! (544 reviews)
"I liked everything about my stay polite and friendly staff good food and close to Antrim Town and the Antrim Castle Gardens (walking distance a great asset on the doorstep"

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

Holiday Inn Express Antrim, an IHG Hotel
Dunsilly Hotel
Dunsilly Hotel
3 out of 5
20 Dunsilly Road, Antrim, Northern Ireland
The price is ₹9,139 per night from 22 May to 23 May
₹9,139
per night
22 May - 23 May
Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (413 reviews)
"It is newly renovated/clean and spacious. In comparison to our stay in a much pricier hotel, this hotel has much nicer rooms. But in Belfast of course everything is in walking distance and convenient. This property is about 20 min drive/uber. You can vus ir train. But there is a walk involved after ..."

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

Dunsilly Hotel
Dunadry Hotel and Gardens
Dunadry Hotel and Gardens
4 out of 5
2 Islandreagh Drive, Dunadry, Antrim, Northern Ireland
The price is ₹13,960 per night from 23 May to 24 May
₹13,960
per night
23 May - 24 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge).
9/10 Wonderful! (119 reviews)
"We had a lovely stay. It was very comfortable."

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

Dunadry Hotel and Gardens
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Cordia Serviced Apartments
Cordia Serviced Apartments
4 out of 5
Lisburn Road,355-367, Belfast, Northern Ireland
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a business centre.
8.8/10 Excellent! (131 reviews)
"Nice staff Clean place Good area"

Reviewed on 1 May 2024

Cordia Serviced Apartments
Altantic Seaview
Altantic Seaview
4 out of 5
14A Heathmount, Antrim, Northern Ireland
Enjoy free parking, a garden and in-room washers/dryers.
Altantic Seaview
Stable Court Apartments
Stable Court Apartments
4 out of 5
Oldstone Hill, Antrim, Northern Ireland
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (17 reviews)
"The apartment was very clean, modern furnishings and excellently located. Situated off a single track road and adjacent to a working farm, some passing traffic during the day time but nothing worrying. I would and will go there again but will request an upper floor room as this would suit me better ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2019

Stable Court Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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4/5 - Good

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4 Oct 2019

This was my second time in Antrim but a different hotel. Went there for a specific reason to view an event in the Antrim Forum.

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