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May
55°F 12°C
45°F 7°C
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60°F 15°C
49°F 9°C
Jul
63°F 17°C
52°F 11°C
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63°F 17°C
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Carrickfergus Castle
Ollie #1 of 11 attractions in Carrickfergus
4 of 5 stars 55 reviews

Carrickfergus Castle is an historic fort that forms an imposing landmark on the shores of Belfast Lough. Over recent years the castle has become more visitor orientated and... more »

Attraction type  Castles
Distance  0.8 miles from city center
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St. Nicholas Church
Ollie #2 of 11 attractions in Carrickfergus
4 of 5 stars 6 reviews

Saint Nicholas' Church is at the heart of Carrickfergus and it's distinctive steeple rises above the other local buildings.  It's origins are linked to the nearby castle from the... more »

Attraction type  Historic Sites; Religious Sites
Distance  0.8 miles from city center
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Carrickfergus Golf Club
Ollie #3 of 11 attractions in Carrickfergus
4.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews

Carrickfergus Golf Club hosts an attractive yet challenging Par 68 course.  Tee off over 'the dam' and then settle in and play through the 18 hole parkland course before enjoying... more »

Attraction type  Golf Courses
Distance  0.7 miles from city center
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Greenisland Golf Club
Ollie #4 of 11 attractions in Carrickfergus
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Golf Courses
Distance  3.6 miles from city center
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Flame! The Gasworks Museum of Ireland
Ollie #5 of 11 attractions in Carrickfergus
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Owner description: Carrickfergus boasts Ireland's sole surviving coal gasworks and is one of only three left in the British Isles.It opened in 1855 and supplied the town...... more » Owner description: Carrickfergus boasts Ireland's sole surviving coal gasworks and is one of only three left in the British Isles.It opened in 1855 and supplied the town with gas for over 100 years. It stopped making gas in 1967 and finally closed in 1987.It is now fully restored and open to the public.Come along and have a guided tour where you will see how gas was made from coal in Europe's largest surviving set of retorts. You'll also get a great view from the top of the gasholder! Marvel at how gas was used for light, heat and power. Our opening hours are May to Aug inc: Daily except Saturdays 2-5pm September: Monday to Friday 2-5pmWe can open at any time outside these hours for advanced bookings, which can be made either by email or telephone.A hidden gem in the heart of Carrickfergus illuminating town gas's unique role in the development of urban areas. « less
Attraction type  Museums
Distance  1.0 miles from city center
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Carrickfergus Marina
Ollie #6 of 11 attractions in Carrickfergus
4 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Marinas
Distance  1.0 miles from city center
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U.S. Rangers Centre
Ollie #7 of 11 attractions in Carrickfergus
4.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Military Museums
Distance  0.9 miles from city center
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Carrickfergus Museum & Civic Centre
Ollie #8 of 11 attractions in Carrickfergus
2 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Trams; Museums
Distance  0.7 miles from city center
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Andrew Jackson Centre

The Andrew Jackson Centre is the thatched cottage homestead of President Jackon's Ulster-Scots parents who emigrated to America in1765, where "Old Hickory"  himself was born two... more »

Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  0.4 miles from city center
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Steam Train Rides
Attraction type  Scenic Railroads
Distance  2.7 miles from city center
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Whitehead Driving Range
Attraction type  Golf Courses
Distance  4.0 miles from city center
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