Location: Carrickfergus
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Top 10 Things to do Good for Kids in Carrickfergus, Northern Ireland
Carrickfergus (from Irish: Carraig Fhearghais, meaning "Fergus's rock"), colloquially known as "Carrick", is a large town in County Antrim, Northern Ireland. It sits on the north shore of Belfast Lough, 11 miles (18 km) from Belfast. The town had a population of 27,903 at the 2011 Census. It is County Antrim's oldest town and one of the oldest towns in Ireland as a whole. Carrickfergus was the administrative centre for Carrickfergus Borough Council, before this was amalgamated into the Mid and East Antrim District Council in 2015, and forms part of the Belfast Metropolitan Area. It is also a townland of 65 acres, a civil parish and a barony.
Restaurants in Carrickfergus
1. RD Chauffeur Services
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5.0 based on 63 reviews
Let RD Chauffeur Services take you on a journey you will never forget. Enjoy the North Coast, Carrick a Rede Rope Bridge, Ballintoy Harbour, Bushmills Distillery all the Game of Thrones film locations along the North Coast and County Antrim. We can stop off for a bit to eat in the well known 'Red Door Cafe' famous for its Fish Chowder and homemade burgers and you can taste locally made beers. If you have time you can then tour around Belfast City centre and learn all about the history of Belfast/Northern Ireland from our very experienced driver/guide. You won't be disappointed, just look at the 60+ trip adviser reviews we have, all 5 star. We will organise your golf tour, book your hotels, Golf Courses and leave you free to enjoy some of the best courses in Ireland and Northern Ireland. We can supply German and French translators at very little cost so you can fully appreciate what the tour guide is explaining and showing you..
2. Carrickfergus Castle
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4.5 based on 896 reviews
Due to the military impenetrability of this castle the town of Carrickfergus long thrived even when surrounding villages suffered defeats.
Reviewed By Happycamper45454545 - Belfast, United Kingdom
Spectacular in the sunshine!! Lovely stroll and an excellent part of the world when the sun shines and a few out on to Belfast Lough!!
3. Carrickfergus Museum & Civic Centre
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4.5 based on 96 reviews
4. Knockagh Monument
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4.5 based on 153 reviews
Reviewed By U6901IJgeorgea - Brighton, United Kingdom
Wonderful view from the memorial and over Belfast and Antrim and across to Scotland. Please be respectful of the site given its purpose, to comemorate those who gave their lives so we could enjoy this freedom. Definitely need transport unless a 4 mile hike uphill is your thing, although it is a stunning walk on taramac roads to the summit if you have the time and ability.
5. Carrickfergus Library
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4.5 based on 38 reviews
To find out more about the library including opening times and holidays please visit the Libraries NI website.
Reviewed By 868mavism - Greater London, United Kingdom
Great library with films etc also to borrow. Free access to the internet as long as you join or as a visitor
6. Marine Gardens
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4.5 based on 109 reviews
Reviewed By TravelDiver_ooj
Excellent play park with a large multi platform pirate ship as the centerpiece. Our kid absolutely loved it. They even have a zip line.
7. Carrickfergus Marina
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4.0 based on 92 reviews
Reviewed By Steveodo - Carrickfergus, United Kingdom
Took a walk around the harbour and on past the apartments in the hope of seeing seals. They were there, hauled out on rocks. One was quite close by, and at least three more were way off in the distance. From the faces I guess they were harbour = common seals. The nearest eventually shuffled down into the water and swam away, to cheers and applause from the crowd. Even if there are no seals to watch its a decent walk. There's the Windrose if you want to eat. Great view of the Knockagh Monument off on a hilltop. The walk is free. Lots of free car parks nearby for the cinema and Sainsbury's.
8. Shaftesbury Park and Carrickfergus Mill Ponds
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4.0 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By Y4712ZCnicholasd - Larne, United Kingdom
Mill Ponds Local Nature reserve in Carrickfergus Town is such a peaceful location in the middle of the town. It is full of wildlife including bumblebees, butterflys, swans, geese, waterbirds, swallows, robins, coal tits and lots of other wild birds. This little area is a great place to visit if you have stopped in Carrickfergus Town Centre for some shopping or a coffee.
9. Omniplex Cinemas
10. World Of Wonder
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3.0 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By BelfastFoodTravelMan - Belfast, United Kingdom
My two daughters, wife and I had a great time here yesterday at my mates sons birthday party. Lots of activities for kids of all ages. Great staff, the place is bright and spacious and definitely one of the better soft play areas!!! Can we have one for adults?!?
