The quintessential seaside village in County Antrim
If you’re looking for a gorgeous, authentic Northern Irish coastal town to spend an evening or a weekend, then Portrush might just be the place for you.
Located in County Antrim, it’s a great place to base yourself to take in the many tourist sites which are literally on its doorstep such as the Giant’s Causeway and Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, Dunluce Castle, The Dark Hedges made famous in Game of Thrones and the townships of Bushmills, Castlerock and Coleraine.
The main part of Portrush sits on a peninsula jutting out over the Atlantic Ocean and is full of quaint seaside B and B’s. International tourists mingle with local Northern Irish people enjoying a weekend away.
The best place for a bite to eat is to head to the Ramore group of restaurants. Here you will find anything from a cozy Wine Bar, pasta bar – Basalt , Mermaid which is more relaxed and great for families to Asian inspired, Neptune and Prawn.
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