The Causeway Coastal Route begins in Belfast and follows the northern coastline before finishing up in Derry / Londonerry, travelling through many interesting towns and places along the way. Stops on this exciting journey include Whitehead, Cushendun, Ballycastle, Bushmills and Portstewart, as well as scenic sites and locations like Rathlin Island, the Giant’s Causeway and Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge.This coastal route has so much to discover and see that it means there is always something more to unearth on the next trip around.placeholder image
The Causeway Coastal Route begins in Belfast and follows the northern coastline before finishing up in Derry / Londonerry, travelling through many interesting towns and places along the way. Stops on this exciting journey include Whitehead, Cushendun, Ballycastle, Bushmills and Portstewart, as well as scenic sites and locations like Rathlin Island, the Giant’s Causeway and Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge.This coastal route has so much to discover and see that it means there is always something more to unearth on the next trip around.

9 of Northern Ireland’s most scenic road trip routes to discover

By Rose Kelly
Published 7th Aug 2024, 15:47 GMT

If you’re planning on doing a road trip across Northern Ireland, you should probably start an itinerary to ensure you don’t miss out on the fantastic spots available along the way.

Whether you want to journey through the mountains or along the coast, there are numerous road trips that will suit you.

Pack your car full of snacks and your closest friends before heading off to soak up the local sights.

Here are nine of the most scenic road trip routes to take in Northern Ireland.

This 32km scenic route is a loop off of the Causeway Coastal Route and is perfect for a special summer road trip.Covering the Binevenagh Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the route takes eight miles off the Causeway Coastal Route and can be joined on the way from Coleraine at Downhill for amazing views across Magilligan to Donegal. Look out for historic stops along the way such as St Aidan’s and the Holy Well, as you take in the beautiful views of the Binevenagh Mountains.

9. Binevenagh Scenic Route

This 32km scenic route is a loop off of the Causeway Coastal Route and is perfect for a special summer road trip.Covering the Binevenagh Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the route takes eight miles off the Causeway Coastal Route and can be joined on the way from Coleraine at Downhill for amazing views across Magilligan to Donegal. Look out for historic stops along the way such as St Aidan’s and the Holy Well, as you take in the beautiful views of the Binevenagh Mountains. Photo: visitcausewaycoastandglens.com

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