Carrickfergus
Things to do in Carrickfergus, County Antrim
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Carrickfergus sits on the edge of Belfast Lough, where the main draw is Carrickfergus Castle, rated 4.5 from around 6,400 reviews. The castle anchors a visit here, giving the town a focal point that brings people back across the water from Belfast. There are half a dozen hotels and guest houses within reasonable reach, ranging from the larger Belfast Loughshore Hotel (4.4 from 984 reviews) and Premier Inn (4.4 from 979 reviews) down to smaller B&Bs like Altahammond House, Walters Place and Fox Heaven, all rated 4.9. Dobbins Inn Hotel sits in the middle ground at 4.4 from 825 reviews.
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The waterside location is the real character of the place. With the castle as a structured attraction and the lough itself providing the setting, Carrickfergus works best as a day trip or overnight stop rather than as a destination in its own right. If you're staying, the choice of accommodation leans toward independent and smaller establishments, though the chain hotels offer familiar standards. For eating, Kilroot Cafe is rated 5.0 from 6 reviews, though with such a small review count it may be worth checking current opening times before planning a meal around it.
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⭐ 4.7
Rumours Coffee House
⭐ 4.6
Mayur Indian Restaurant Carrickfergus Ltd
⭐ 4.8
JK's Pizza
Kanagawa Sushi and Ramen Limited (Carrickfergus Branch)
⭐ 4.7
The Rustic Stable
⭐ 4.6
Pa Pa Brown's Grill
⭐ 4.5
Creed Coffee Carrickfergus
⭐ 4.3
Attractions Near Carrickfergus
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4 mi
Helen's Bay
Bangor, County Down · ⭐ 4.6
5 mi
Ulster Folk and Transport Museum
Holywood · ⭐ 4.7
5 mi
Crawfordsburn Beach
Crawfordsburn · ⭐ 4.7
6 mi
Pickie Family Fun Park
Bangor, County Down · ⭐ 4.4
6 mi
Airtastic Entertainment Centre Newtownabbey
Newtownabbey · ⭐ 4.3
7 mi
Fun Works Play Centre
Glengormley · ⭐ 4.1
7 mi
Belfast Zoo
Belfast · ⭐ 4.3
7 mi
Bangor Aurora
Bangor, County Down · ⭐ 4.0
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We list 6 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Carrickfergus.
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