Carrickfergus Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Carrickfergus
Dobbins Inn
Great stay, comfy room, lovely breakfast, very friendly staff
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
The Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast
Great clean room with a super helpful and nice staff!
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Maldron Hotel Belfast City
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Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
The Ulsterville Residences
The apartment was lovely, very big and airy and clean. Perfect for a solo traveller as a base, communication was excellent and it had everything I needed. I wouldn't hesitate to use this property again when in the area.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Welly Self Service
Regency House
One word to explain our stay at The Regency House Hotel "TERRIFIC" !!!
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Popular places to visit
Carrickfergus Castle
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.
Carrickfergus Marina
Explore the waterfront in Carrickfergus with a trip to Carrickfergus Marina. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
St. Nicholas Church
Thought to be some 800 years old, St. Nicholas’ Church stands in the centre of town, a place of tranquillity amid the bustling streets of Carrickfergus. The accepted story behind the church is that it was built in the late 12th Century by John de Courcy, the Anglo-Norman knight who had a reputation for establishing churches and abbeys during his rule.
Beach Road Nature Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Beach Road Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Whitehead. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Greenisland Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Greenisland at Greenisland Golf Club. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
Andrew Jackson Centre
Find out about the history of Carrickfergus with a stop at Andrew Jackson Centre. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
Activities
Guided Day Tour of Giant's Causeway from Belfast by Comfortable Coach
Titanic Belfast Entrance Ticket: Titanic Visitor Experience Including SS Nomadic
Afternoon Giant's Causeway Half Day Tour from Belfast
Giants Causeway & Castles Tour from Belfast: Guided tour
