Things to do in Portrush, Northern Ireland: The Best Boat Tours & Water Sports

July 8, 2021 Sachiko Swiger

Portrush (from Irish: Port Rois, meaning "promontory port") is a small seaside resort town in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom, on the County Londonderry border. The main part of the old town, including the railway station as well as most hotels, restaurants and bars, is built on a mile–long peninsula, Ramore Head, pointing north-northwest. It had a population of 6,454 people as measured by the 2011 Census. In the off-season, Portrush is a dormitory town for the nearby campus of the University of Ulster at Coleraine. It neighbours the resort of Portstewart.
Restaurants in Portrush

1. Alive Adventures

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Alive Adventures

Welcome to Alive Adventures in Northern Ireland, a six time winner of Trips-advisor’s “Certificate of Excellence” and “Hall Of Fame” award. We offer a range of activities and rentals, from surfing and SUP to kayaking and eBikes. You’ll be spoiled for choice. So, why not join Ricky and the team as you explore the beautiful Causeway Coast in style. Check out our website to see our full range of adventures and we hope to see you soon!

2. Portrush Surf School

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Portrush Surf School

Learn to Surf, Paddle Board and BodyBoard with 11 x Irish National Champion Martin Kelly. Current British Number 3 TK runs lessons everyday all year round from the first class facilities of Portrush Yacht Club. All equipment included. 2 Hour Surf Sessions. Small and Large groups catered for. Private changing facilities and HOT Showers included free of change. N.Ireland No.1 Surf Coach ! Surfing Lessons Surf School Paddle Board Lessons SUP

3. Causeway Boats

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Causeway Boats

We invite you to enjoy a fully immersive experience of the North Coast from a different perspective! Fishing/ Scenic Wildlife/ Sunrise Foodie We provide year-round tours that go far beyond the fishing season, offering 3 completely unique tours tailored to suit all ages, abilities and interests, with each of our tours delivering truly awe-inspiring coastal views that include stunning sunrises, traditional harbours, majestic lighthouses, puffins, dolphins and the infamous images of Giants Causeway and Dunluce castle. From children learning to catch their first mackerel, to stunning sightseeing on 'our living' coast, birdwatching and foodie tours such as our one of a kind ‘Catch and Sea’ breakfast tour. For full details of this check out our website and please get in touch via email We look forward to welcoming you onboard- the Causeway Boats crew.

4. Long Johns Surf Academy

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Long Johns Surf Academy

Long John's Surf Academy invites you to come and try surfing/SUP at the surf capital of the Causeway Coast - Portrush.This is the perfect place to learn to surf with fully qualified ASI instructor and 4 times Irish National Longboard Champion ' Long John McCurry'. Being a waterman - Long John has unparalleled knowledge in this field, surfing for the Irish Surf Team since he was eighteen, he holds various awards both on an national and international level - see below: At The Academy professional surf instructors bring you everything you would every want from your surf/SUP lesson, ideal for children, adults, groups of families, stag and hens, corporate events etc.. - really anyone who wants to learn this unique surfing lifestyle.So whatever your level of surfing The Academy can help.making you surfing/SUP better whilst keeping you safe and having a fantastic experience.. The vision of Long John's Surf Academy is not only to get you on a board but also evaluate, monitor and progress you to the point that you are trimming along a wave, by that time you have caught the surfing bug!! All lessons are two hours long and include all equipment prices start from £15.Long John McCurry - AcheivmentsResults: Irish National Longboard Champion 2006, 2008, 2009, 2011. Runner-up 2005, 2007. 16th ISA World Surfing Games (Ecuador, 2004). 17th European Surf Championships (France, 2007). 3 time National Student Longboard Champion. West Coast Surf Club 2009 Champion. 8 caps for Irish National Surf Team. International Sporting Fair Play Award 2009. Sports person of the year 2009 - Coleraine Council Sports Awards.

5. Portrush Yacht Club

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Portrush Yacht Club

We offer visitors a chance to enjoy the beautiful beaches and coastline around Portrush all year round. We have a vibrant diving section and along with the yachting, cruising, fishing and surfing sections we have something for all ages. Our social section is renowned with bands or a DJ every Friday and Saturday night, with more entertainment on bank holidays and during the summer months.

6. Troggs Surf School

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Troggs Surf School

7. Brothers Deep Sea Fishing And Pleasure Trips

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