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Planning a Northern Ireland road trip can be difficult. The biggest problem will be to narrow it down, as northern Ireland has so much to offer and is such a small country that there’s no way to do it justice in one week or even two. The northern Ireland coast road – one of the world’s best driving roads<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This area has stunning landscapes, boasting some of the most breathtaking cliffs, beaches, and forests you will ever see, amazing rural landscapes, cave systems have been dated back to the ice age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s answer some common questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How long would it take to drive around Northern Ireland<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It would take you a total of 5,716 miles to drive around Northern Ireland. That’s a long way! An average speed of 35 mph would take around 371 hours. Of course, you don’t have to drive the complete loop – there are many places worth visiting along the Northern Ireland coast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a road trip is possible in any weather, northern Ireland has a lot of rainfall and over 200 annual days of light mist or heavy rain, but it’s worth putting up with!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the best month to visit Northern Ireland?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The best month to visit northern Ireland is May, since the weather is mild and dry. November up to December isn’t bad either – it can get a bit cold but it’s not impossible!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Road tripping northern Ireland is fantastic year-round. Just ensure that you bring some warm clothes for winter! You don’t want to miss out on northern Ireland road trips just because it’s cold!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are the best road destinations to add to your trip plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Giant’s Causeway<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The Giant’s Causeway is a rock formation along the coast of Northern Ireland. It was formed by volcanic eruptions and erosion about 50 million years ago. There are more than 40,000 basalt columns rising out of the sea at this site \u2013<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Belfast City Hall<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Belfast City Hall is one of the most beautiful buildings in Belfast, Northern Ireland. It’s located on Donegall Square West and was designed by Sir Arnold Thone in 1906.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Titanic Museum <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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For a trip to Northern Ireland, you can’t miss the Titanic Museum. It’s located in Belfast near the Waterfront Hall and Queens University Belfast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bushmills Distillery <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Before you go on your road trip, make sure that you download the Bushmills Distillery app to get all of the information about it. What’s more, using the app will also help you locate things like restaurants and hotels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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If you go to Northern Ireland, a great place to visit is Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge. It’s about an hour from Belfast and it has beautiful views of the ocean and surrounding area, so many people say it’s worth <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Slieve League Cliffs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Have you ever heard of Slieve League Cliffs? They’re the tallest cliffs in the British Isles. You can reach them by driving down a single-track road, and then hiking for about 45 minutes!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Carrickfergus Castle<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The journey there should take you about two and a half hours. Once you’re in Carrickfergus, it’s important to remember that the castle can only be accessed during certain hours of the day. These times are 10:30am – 4:00pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Carrick-a-Rede Island <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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When you arrive at this location, you’ll see that there is a rope bridge connecting the northern side of it to the mainland. It’s built so that fishermen can cross and still keep their equipment dry, and has even been featured in Game of Thrones!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dark Hedges <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The Dark Hedges is a road lined with beech trees and came to fame after it was used as the King’s Road in Game of Thrones. This place was planted by the Stuart family in 1680 and is a popular sight for tourists. It’s best to go during sunrise or sunset when it’s easier to see them in silhouette.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dunluce Castle Ruins<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The Dunluce Castle Ruins is a great place to visit for any road trip. It’s located in the town of Bushmills, near Portrush and Larne. The ruins were built by Hugh Montgomery around 1330 on the edge of a basalt outcropping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Portballintrae Beach (immediately south of Dunluce Castle Ruins) <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The Portballintrae beach is the second largest beach in Northern Ireland. It’s situated near the village of Portballintrae, about 37 kilometers northwest of Coleraine. The name comes from “Port B\u00e9al Tr\u00e1” which, means “mouth of the sand-spit pool”. There is a car park and picnic tables so it makes for a great day out!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ballycastle Beach (immediately north of Dunluce Castle)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Ballycastle beach is situated in Northern Ireland. It’s an important tourist destination for people who like to spend their vacations on the beach instead of indoors. The waters are shallow and sandy, which makes them great for families with small children or elderly<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dunseverick Castle Ruins <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Dunseverick Castle was built in 1350. It is located 6 miles to the north of Carrickfergus, Northern Ireland. It is very close to the northern coast and cliffs of Antrim. The castle’s name comes from “Dunseveric”, which means “Savage headland”.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Quoile River <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The Quoile River has a catchment area that covers just over 80km\u00b2, and it provides both fresh water and marine habitat for the area. It’s also a very popular fishing spot, especially for those who like to catch salmon and trout!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cushendun Caves <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The Cushendun Caves is located near the northern coast of Northern Ireland and they’re famous for their natural limestone rock formations, formed over millions of years by underground rivers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve been looking for a new adventure or just want to explore more of Northern Ireland, this blog post is for you. With so many different things to see and do, our team has come up with an itinerary that will have something for everyone. From waterfalls like the world-famous Slieve Donard in Newcastle (which stands at 1000 feet high!) to the Giant\u2019s Causeway on the coast; from beautiful castles like Carrickfergus Castle overlooking Belfast Lough to ancient burial sites like Newgrange near Drogheda; there are plenty of places waiting to be explored! If your interest was piqued by any of these amazing destinations, let us know. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Planning a Northern Ireland road trip can be difficult. The biggest problem will be to narrow it down, as northern Ireland has so much to offer and is such a small country that there’s no way to do it justice in one week or even two. The northern Ireland coast road – one of the … <\/p>\n

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