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1. Mourne Mountains
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 122 reviews
The best known mountains in Ireland consist of 12 shapely summits rising above 2,000 feet on the eastern side, and the rugged peak of Slieve Donard that climbs steeply to 2,796 feet.
Reviewed By Bazalina - Rostrevor, United Kingdom
I'm not a hiker but I love driving through the Mournes. There are amazing stone walls everywhere and fields of sheep. My favourite loops is from Rostrevor, up past Spelga Dam and around to Dundrum then either back that way or along the coast. This area is a gem. So many great places to explore and exceptional scenery. Loads to enjoy even for the less active types although i gather the hiking is incredible too.
2. Slieve Bearnagh
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
3. Divis
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By BelfastFoodTravelMan - Belfast, United Kingdom
Fresh from tackling Slieve Donard we decided to explore Divis and Black mountain. Certainly easier going and totally different terrain. My girls loved being so close to the roaming cows, big downside was the copious amounts of cow dung!!! The views of Belfast Lough and Belfast were worth it and we were blessed with fab weather!!
4. Sperrin Mountains
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 14 reviews
These mountains travel adjacent to the Glenelly Valley on Ireland's North Coast.
Reviewed By Hoskin_Family - Tavistock, United Kingdom
We did the scenic driving route through the Sperrin Mountains, we were blessed with beautiful weather and could see for miles around. The road is not the best, but is ok if you take it steady; (have your wits about you with other drivers).
5. Dundrum Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 193 reviews
Reviewed By jade191215
We were the only ones to visit the castle. It is incredible with a lovely view of Dundrum when you climb on top of it, and it is a 7 minute walk from the center of Dundrum.
6. Grant Ancestral Home
7. Murlough National Nature Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 313 reviews
Reviewed By machinmad - Norwich, United Kingdom
From the car park we took the right hand boardwalk to the beach then followed the shoreline right round the peninsular and back inland to the road bridge. It was high tide and very wet, but was just manageable . The sea walk was spectacular, as the big waves crashed in. Seals basked on the opposite shore, oblivious to the sound of gunfire from the military firing range. A stunning 2hr circular walk despite the heavy rain on the way back!
8. Slieve Donard
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 296 reviews
Reviewed By 888Sausage
We stayed at the Slieve Donard on a spa-stay deal. Wow this is a classy hotel. We were upgraded to a sea view which is the advantage of visiting during November I guess, but there were plenty of people there, the hotel wasn’t empty. Set in lovely grounds beside the sea, this is a large hotel with multiple restaurants and bars. Breakfast was incredible - look out for the cream, honey and WHISKEY that you’re encouraged to have with your porridge - that really set me up for the day! It was impressive to read the booklets on the tables about where in Northern Ireland all the breakfast ingredients were sourced from, and read the interviews with the local business owners. In the evening we had cocktails in the Charlie Chaplin bar, lovely place and good cocktails, the staff even went off menu when my husband asked for a particular favourite cocktail of his. Hotel guests can use the pool and sauna/steam room/jacuzzi at any time. The second day we then went to the spa area for massages - would highly recommend this as this area also has its own sauna/steam room/jacuzzi on a different floor to the one for hotel guests. I visited on a Tuesday morning and had the place to myself. I could really relax here. All staff were so friendly. Do check out the museum room documenting the history of the hotel.
9. Black Mountain
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 172 reviews
Reviewed By 729AnneC - Belfast, United Kingdom
See great views over Belfast Lough and all the land marks on both sides. Wild hills with NT cafe. Wild horses. Hard to believe so close to city
10. Topped Mountain
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By andyT3502HM - Enniskillen, United Kingdom
A very achievable walk to the top of a brilliant view point over County Fermanagh. There is a good path to the top, which has even stone benches along its way for those who wish to sit and relax on the way up or down. A small carpark at the bottom is very handy for easy access to the area which is well sign posted from surrounding roads.
