Portrush
Things to do in Portrush, County Londonderry
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Portrush is a seaside town built around its beach and amusements. The strand at Whiterocks is the obvious draw—rated 4.7 from 244 reviews—and the town caters to families with Curry's Fun Park and Barrys Amusements nearby. There is plenty of accommodation: over two dozen hotels and guest houses, from the Atlantic View B&B (rated 4.0 from over 1,100 reviews) and the Portrush Atlantic Hotel (also 4.0 from similar numbers) to smaller places like Inn On The Coast (4.5 from 966 reviews) and Adelphi Portrush (4.5 from 549 reviews). Six campsites serve those with caravans and tents, with Highview Holiday Park and Ballymacrea Touring Caravan Park both rated 4.8.
For food, Shanty Bites and Brews (4.5 from 574 reviews) appears to be a popular spot, while Follow Coast rates higher at 4.7 from 103 reviews. The Milk Parlour is also listed. This is a working seaside resort rather than a quiet corner: the sheer number of beds speaks to it being a place where families go to stay and spend time, with the beach and the amusement parks as the spine of a visit.
Where to stay in Portrush(24)
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Aaranmore Lodge Guest House
14 Coleraine Road, Portrush
Adelphi Portrush
67-71 Main Street, Portrush
Albany Lodge
2 Eglinton Street, Portrush
Antique House
24 Portstewart Road, Portrush
Antrim House
14 Eglinton Street, Portrush
Anvershiel House
16 Coleraine Road, Portrush
Atlantic View B&B
103 Eglinton Street, Portrush
Avarest House Bed and Breakfast
64 Mark Street, Portrush
Things to Do in Portrush(3)
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Where to Eat in Portrush(3)
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Attractions Near Portrush
All attractions in Portrush →Worth the trip — within 50 miles of Portrush.
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Portrush Sea Tours
Antrim · ⭐ 5.0
Portstewart Strand
Portstewart · ⭐ 4.8
Cheeky Chimps
Coleraine · ⭐ 4.5
Giants Causeway and Visitors Centre
Bushmills · ⭐ 4.5
6 mi
Castlerock Beach
Coleraine · ⭐ 4.7
6 mi
Downhill Beach
Derry-Londonderry · ⭐ 4.8
10 mi
White Park Bay Beach
Ballycastle · ⭐ 4.9
12 mi
The Dark Hedges
Ballymoney · ⭐ 4.3
Camping in Portrush(6)
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Self-Catering Cottages in Portrush
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Portrush By The Sea - No.4 Golf Terrace Apartments
1 bed · sleeps 4 · from £527
Portrush By The Sea - No.6 Golf Terrace Apartments
1 bed · sleeps 4 · from £527
Portrush By The Sea - No.1 Golf Terrace Apartments
1 bed · sleeps 4 · from £527
Portrush By The Sea - No.4 Golf Park Apartments
3 bed · sleeps 7 · from £867
Portrush By The Sea - No.3 Golf Park Apartments
1 bed · sleeps 4 · from £677
Portrush By The Sea - No.5 West Beach Apartments
2 bed · sleeps 5 · from £527
Portrush By The Sea - No.2 Dunluce Green Apartments
2 bed · sleeps 6 · from £543
Portrush By The Sea - No.1 Dunluce Green Apartments
2 bed · sleeps 6 · from £543
Common questions about Portrush
How many campsites are there in Portrush?
We list 6 campsites in and around Portrush, of which 2 take tents and 2 offer glamping.
Where can I stay in Portrush?
We list 24 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Portrush.
What is there to do in Portrush?
We list 3 attractions and things to do in and around Portrush.
Where can I eat in Portrush?
We list 3 restaurants, pubs and cafes in and around Portrush.
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