Giant's Causeway
15 min · UNESCO World Heritage
Giant's Causeway
Forty thousand interlocking basalt columns, formed by ancient volcanic activity and legend in equal measure. A short, scenic drive from Arran View.
Things To Do
The coast is the
reason to come.
From UNESCO geology to the Kingsroad — a curated guide to everything within easy reach of Arran View.
Ballintoy Harbour
25 min · Working harbour
Ballintoy Harbour
A perfectly photogenic stone harbour tucked beneath the cliffs — and the Iron Islands of the small screen. Pair with the Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge nearby.
The Glens of Antrim
20 min · Nine Glens
The Glens of Antrim
Lush valleys, waterfalls and forest walks. Glenariff is known as the queen of the glens and offers some of the best gentle hiking on the coast.
Causeway Coastal Route
On your doorstep
Causeway Coastal Route
One of the world's great drives runs right past our gate — basalt cliffs, ruined castles and sea views all the way to Derry.
Local Attractions
Everything within easy reach.
The Causeway Coast, Game of Thrones landscapes, castles, beaches and the Glens — all from your doorstep at Arran View.
Causeway Coastal Route
One of the world’s great drives — right past our gate.
Award-winning Ballygally Beach
Sandy cove and coastal walks a short drive away.
Carnfunnock Country Park
Walled garden, trails and family-friendly outdoor space.
Cairndhu Golf Club
Coastal fairways overlooking the lough.
Sallagh & Scawt Hills
Game of Thrones filming locations — Winterfell.
Glenarm Castle and Gardens
Historic estate and walled gardens on the coast road.
Gateway to the Glens of Antrim
Nine glens of valleys, waterfalls and forest walks.
Carrickfergus Castle & Visitor Centre
Norman fortress on Belfast Lough.
Larne Leisure Centre
Pool, gym and family facilities in Larne.
Larne Omniplex
Cinema and entertainment in Larne town.
Gobbins Majestic Cliff Walk
Dramatic cliff-path bridges and tunnels above the sea.
Slemish Mountain
Legendary St Patrick landscape — rewarding summit walk.
Belfast City Centre
Shopping, culture and dining — under an hour by car.
Titanic Quarter & Exhibition Centre
Maritime heritage, museums and waterfront walks.
Glenariff Forest & Waterfall
Queen of the Glens — waterfalls and woodland trails.
Dunluce Castle & Visitor Centre
Clifftop ruins perched above the Atlantic.
Giants Causeway & Visitor Centre
UNESCO basalt columns and visitor experience.
Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge
Iconic rope bridge between cliff and island.
‘Homeplace’ Seamus Heaney Museum
Literary centre celebrating the Nobel laureate.
Other Places of Interest
A little further afield.
Shillanavogy Valley
Quiet glen walks and countryside views.
Magheramorne Quarry
Former quarry lake and walking trails.
Carrickfergus Marina
Harbour walks and views across the lough.
Cushendun Caves
Coastal caves and village on the Glens road.
Ulster Folk and Transport Museum
Open-air heritage and transport collections.
Belfast Castle
Castle estate and views over Belfast.
Bangor Marina
Seaside town, harbour and coastal promenade.
Eat & Shop
Restaurants and markets.
Pubs, restaurants and provisions — from a two-minute walk to a day in Belfast.
The Meeting House
Local pub — an easy stroll from Arran View.
Ballygally Castle Hotel
Historic hotel dining on the coast road.
Spar mini market
Convenience shopping nearby.
Fairways Restaurant
Relaxed dining close to Cairncastle.
The Halfway House Hotel
Country hotel bar and restaurant.
Cafe Riva, Larne
Café and light bites in Larne.
Brooklyn Bay Diner, Larne
American-style diner in Larne.
Londonderry Arms, Carnlough
Harbour village pub and restaurant.
Billy Andy’s
Traditional pub on the Antrim coast.
St George’s Indoor Market, Belfast
Friday–Sunday market — food, crafts and antiques.
Make Arran View your basecamp.
Two ensuite bedrooms, the whole suite to yourselves, and the Causeway Coast on your doorstep.
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