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The Ulster Folk and Transport Museum has two wings, as the name suggests – one showing the traditions and way of life of the people of Northern Ireland, while the other is a collection of cars, locomotives, trams, horse-drawn carriages, planes, bicycles and even pogo sticks. There are no prizes for guessing which is more popular with young children.

Carrickfergus Castle is one of the best preserved castles in Northern Ireland and has withstood sieges and defended against invaders for more than 800 years. The imposing landmark dominates the shoreline in Lough Belfast, the inlet surrounding the city, making it impossible to ignore for anyone trying to attack Belfast.

Enjoy a round of golf in Holywood at Royal Belfast Golf Course. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.

You can find out about the history of Bangor with a trip to Grey Point Fort. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.

Explore the waterfront in Carrickfergus with a trip to Carrickfergus Marina. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.

Find out about the history of Holywood when you spend time at Holywood Maypole. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.

Thought to be some 800 years old, St. Nicholas’ Church stands in the centre of town, a place of tranquillity amid the bustling streets of Carrickfergus. The accepted story behind the church is that it was built in the late 12th Century by John de Courcy, the Anglo-Norman knight who had a reputation for establishing churches and abbeys during his rule.

Located on the shores of Belfast Lough, just to the west of the city, Crawfordsburn Country Park is a beautiful and relaxing natural retreat.