Ballymena
Ballymena Travel Guide 2026: Top Attractions, Things to do & Itinerary | Trip.com | August 2026
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What to do
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Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre
4.6/514 Reviews
St Anne’s Cathedral, Belfast
4.7/533 Reviews
Titanic Belfast
4.7/5205 Reviews
Belfast City Hall
4.6/588 Reviews
Carrick-a-Rede - National Trust
4.6/559 Reviews
Where to stay
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What to eat
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The Grouse Bar & Restaurant
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Western cuisine
Avg. VND423,333/person
The River Room & Conservatory
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Western cuisine
Avg. VND1,736,666/person
Ballymena Moments: Through Travelers' Eyes
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Stunning Fishing Village in Northern Ireland! Carnlough = A Hidden Gem on the Antrim Coast
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Maine Riverside Walk – Riverside calm & local charm in County Antrim
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Giant road trip!
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Coastal Charm in Carnlough
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🌟 Ballymena's Best: Galgorm's Spa Getaway 🛁✨
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Best of Ballymena
Popular Best Things to Do Near Ballymena
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Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre
4.6/514 Reviews
St Anne’s Cathedral, Belfast
4.7/533 Reviews
Titanic Belfast
4.7/5205 Reviews
Belfast City Hall
4.6/588 Reviews
Carrick-a-Rede - National Trust
4.6/559 Reviews
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The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction
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Liverpool Beatles Museum
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World Museum
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Popular Scenic Hotels Near Ballymena
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Popular Types of Attractions in Ballymena
Historical attractions | Nature and wildlife | Natural scenery | Mountain climbing | Beaches and shores | Sightseeing tours | Boat tour | Night view | Sightseeing bus | Exhibitions & events | Concerts | Performances | Exhibitions | Cultural institutions | Themed exhibition halls | Museums | Outdoor activities | Mountain climbing | Shooting | Cycling | Leisure activities | Farms and pastures | Camping and campsites | Spa/massage | Skybound experiences | Parks
Popular Attractions in Ballymena
Slemish Mountain | Second Broughshane Presbyterian Church | Straidkilly Nature Reserve | Carnlough Beach | St Colmanell's Church of Ireland | The Hidden Village of Galboly | Carnlough Harbour | Galgorm Castle Golf Club | Ballymena Free Presbyterian Church | Gracehill Old School | Ballymena Bandstand | Celebration House | First Ahoghill Presbyterian Church | Ballee Baptist Church | Bachelor's Walk | Broughshane Library | Carnview Farms Clay Target Shooting | Killagan Parish Church | IMC Cinema BALLYMENA | Glenarm Walled Garden | Ballymena Gospel Hall
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Popular Restaurants in Ballymena
Gattos | Castle Kitchen + Bar | Caffe Tosca | Domino's Pizza - Ballymena | The Clock House Bistro | Fratelli | Glory Be | The River Room & Conservatory | Middletown Coffee Co | Sanjha Indian Restaurant | Gwen's Cafe | Rococo | Gillies Restaurant | Nobel Cafe | Milanos Ballymena | Corner Bakery | Follow Coffee | Harbour Lights Cafe | The Galley | Caffè Nero | Harbour Lights Cafe | The Post House Carvery at Tullyglass | Maureens Chippy | McDonald's | McAllister's Whiskey Lounge | Big Al's Pizza & BBQ Smokehouse | Eatsville Take Away Fish & Chip Shop | Costa Coffee | The Marine Chippy and Coffee House | Desperate Dans
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Popular Trip Moments
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