The world famous Giants Causeway with its array of hexagonal basalt columns and tales of ancient Irish giants, and 'Old Bushmills' distillery are just two attractions which are a must for every itinerary.  The Giant's Causeway is a world heritage site and Old Bushmills is the world's oldest licensed whiskey distillery.

The dramatic Antrim Coast Road starting at Larne is dotted with romantically beautiful stretches of golden sand.

Just 45 minutes by boat from Ballycastle is the intriguing, L-shaped Rathlin Island with its 175 different species of birds.

This is where you can thrill to the ping of a well-struck tee-shot on miles of fabulous fairway at over 30 golf courses including the world famous Royal Portrush.  A number of golf courses offer reduced green fees for our residents.  This is a region catering for all activities, whatever your choice - sea fishing, fresh water fishing in the lakes and salmon fishing on the rivers, sailing, diving, golf, horse riding, cycling or walking ­ it's all here.  Many areas are suitable for walking however the Ulster Way provides miles of tracks for keen ramblers and hill walkers.

DUNLUCE CENTRE
10 Sandhill Drive, Portrush, County Antrim, BT56 8BF

Phone: (028) 70824444 Fax: (028) 70822256
E-Mail: dayout@dunlucecentre.freeserve.co.uk
Web Address: www.causewaycoastandglens.com

Description: Family entertainment centre. The North Antrim Coast, Turbo Tours - motion simulation thrill-ride, Earthquest - interactive nature trail, Tumble Town - adventure play centre. Viewing tower, shops, cafe. Wheelchair access, except tower.

Address:
9-8 Glennariff Road, Ballymena, County Antrim Phone: (028) 29556000
Description: Spectacular glen walk with three waterfalls. Scenic path and trails to mountain viewpoints. Visitor centre. Shop, restaurant. Wheelchair access. Picnic and Barbecue areas,Tea House, Way-marked Trails, Horse riding routes, Disabled Facilities. E-Mail: forest.customer@dani.gov.uk
Web Address: www.dani.gov.uk/forestry

OSSIAN’S GRAVE  Location : Off A2, 3 miles south of Cushenden. Signposted, carpark after half a mile. Description: A Neolithic court grave & Megalithic tomb on slopes of Tievebulliagh mountain. The warrior-bard Ossian was the son of the legendary Finn McCool. A cairn nearby commemorates John Hewitt, the 20th century Ulster poet.

ANTRIM ROUND TOWER  Remains of a Celtic monastic settlement. Off Steeple Rd, Antrim.  Description: Antrim Round Tower was built in the 9th century or early 10th century and is one of the finest of its kind in Ireland. It is 28 metres tall and may have served as a bell tower but it also protected the monks and their treasures during times of trouble.

CARRICKFERGUS CASTLE
Marine Highway, Carrickfergus, County Antrim Phone: (028) 93351273 Fax: (028) 93365190   Description: One of Irelands finest Medieval castles. Construction began in 1180 by John de Courcy, conqueror of East Ulster and remained garrisoned until 1928.  Guided tour, information boards and models well as an audio visual display. Shop, cafe and wheelchair access throughout the grounds. Last admission 30 minutes before closing time.

LAYDE OLD PARK
Cushendall, County Antrim Phone: (028) 20762225
Description: Located one mile from Cushendall are the delightful ruins of a 13th century Franciscan foundation. Chief burial place of the MacDonnells after Bonamargy which has been built at least three times and served as a parish church from 1306 to the end of the 18th century. Fine stones in the graveyard include a cross in memory of Doctor James MacDonnell, pioneer in the use of chloroform for surgical operations. Free access to the site all year round.

LARNE ROUND TOWER  At the entrance to the seaport, looking exactly like one of Ireland's medieval monastic towers, it is 92ft high and built of granite.

OLDERFLEET CASTLE  A 13th century ruin where stone age flint implements may still be found Larne on the Curran Point.

Close to Broughshane this scenic mountain reflects the seasons splendidly (autumnal heathers snow capped in the winter, lush green in spring/summer) small enclosed exhibition centre on local geography history and folklore regarding Saint Patrick. Open all year round.

CARRICK-A-REDE ROPE BRIDGE
60 Causeway Road, Bushmills, County Antrim.  Phone: (028) 20731159
E-Mail: unavsm@smtp.ntrust.org.uk
Web Address: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Description: This well-known precarious rope bridge that crosses an 80-foot deep chasm is a popular attraction for all ages, run by The National Trust. Just 20 minutes from the Giant's Causeway, it makes an excellent day-trip from Carnlough. Visitors walk one mile along the coastal path before crossing the bridge to the peaceful island with fabulous views over to Scotland.
The bridge is put up by local salmon fishermen every year.
Open April - September (weather permitting). Open - 15 March to end September 2003 -Tea room & exhibition open 

87 Dunluce Road, Bushmills, County Antrim, BT57 8UY Phone: (028) 20731938 Fax: (028) 20731938
Description: This spectacular castlecrowned crag on the famous north Antrim coast was shaped when the sea cut deep into the land, exploiting cracks on either side of the rock. Dunluce Castle was originally occupied by the O'Donnells and was set to seige by the British in the 16th Century. They eventually signed an accord with the British in the name of peace.  Dunluce Castle is thought by many to be the most picturesque and romantic of Irish castles.