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Dunluce Castle

A2 Coast Road, Portrush BT57 8SX, Northern Ireland
44-28-7082-3333
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Ranked #2 of 14 attractions in Portrush
Type: Castles
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scotland
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

Enjoyed castle, great situation on cliffs. Would be good for kids. We also liked cafe at top by entrance.

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Greenville, South Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

Pretty well preserved castle ruins. Particularly loved the nearby cliffs, arches, caves, etc. We were imagining what it would be like to live here when this castle was operational in it's full potential. I think it would have been magical.

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Cedar City, Utah
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

Probably the best value for the experience during our trip to N. Ireland. Views were stunning. Info Booklet was most helpful. Audio tour was okay, but could be much improved. Younger children had a scavenger hunt audio tour which kept the busy. When you think of castles in your mind, stories, and movies...this is it. With a step cliffs, steep... More

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Bristol
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

It had just started raining when we visited the castle, but the rain added to the atmosphere of the ruined buildings. It costs £5 to go in, but well worth it. There is a choice of audio guide or good old fashioned paper booklet - good news for those that don't like wandering around with appliance held to ear. In... More

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Tyrone
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

Dunluce Castle is absolutely beautiful. It's picturesque setting, embedded into the coastline, is a photographers dream! There is a cave located just beneath the ruins. I have ignored the 'do not enter' sign several times and have made the steep climb down towards the cave's mouth, which opens out into the sea. Naughty, I know, but it was too beautiful... More

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Hastings, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013

Whenever you see pictures of Northern Ireland this castle often figures. It is right on the edge of the cliff and offers spectacular views of the rugged coast line. There is a short film in the ticket office before you explore the castle, that explains it's history. The best views of the castle can be seen from a carpark along... More

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N Ireland
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013

There is more intact building than I thought. The mobile phone things are too long winded and waffly.

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Vancouver, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

Even if you don't get to tour it, you can still get great photos from the road. The tour is interesting, but definitely was not for everyone. You can see great views on the road as you pass the driveway heading to the giants causeway. There is a pull out....but watch the traffic.

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Sheffield, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013

The ruins of this castle are definately worth a look around. Its set in a lovely location which allows you to get great views of the beautiful coastline and out to sea while also getting to explore an ancient old castle. next to the castle and down quite a few steps is a lovely bay and a cave, worth the... More

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Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013

A supreb drive-by find. Saw the signs for Dunluce Castle on the Causeway Coastal route, and what a superb sight to see. The ruins are kept in great condition now, and the extent of the castle that is still explorable is wonderful. The Information Room gave a hugely informative view of the history of the sight, and the FREE audio... More

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