Welcome to our local area information page. Here you will find all you need to know to plan your journey to Portrush. We have included a selection of tourist information about what the town has to offer, including local attractions and useful links so you can get the most of your stay at Portrush Holiday Hostel in Portrush.
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Here is a list of useful links to local businesses and attractions.
Translink - For frequent local bus and train services throughout the province with comprehensive timetables and online journey planner
R.T. Taxis - "For an easy way home!!" Friendly and reliable local taxi service
Tel: 07926635488
The Springhill Bar - Family run bar featuring live music every night, located on Causeway Street. This friendly spot offers great entertainment nightly, unbeatable drinks promotions and a cosy open fire so you can kick back and relax with your friends.
Tel: 02870823361
The Springhill on Google Local
Ramore Restaurants - Located within the harbour complex, just 2 mins walk from our hostel is the number one spot to eat in Portrush
www.ramorerestaurant.com
55° North - cafe and restaurant - Marvel at the magnificent coastline that forms a dramatic backdrop to this unique restaurant. Enjoy the warm welcome and friendly staff who will do their best to ensure your visit is an unforgettable one.
www.55-north.com
The Official Portrush Website - A source for all things Portrush, including restaurants, night clubs, hotels, guest houses, self catering accommodation, family entertainment venues and great events.
Royal Portrush Golf Club - Royal Portrush Golf Club is home to one of the best and most challenging links golf courses in the world, the Dunluce Links, and the hidden gem, the Valley Links.
www.royalportrushgolfclub.com
Old Bushmills Distillery - This is your opportunity to visit a distillery actually producing whiskey in all of Ireland
www.bushmills.com
The Giant's Causeway - The jewel in the crown of the fabulous coast of Antrim. A site of World Heritage and therefore ranked alongside Mount Everest and the Giant Redwoods of California for it's importance to humankind.
www.northantrim.com/giantscauseway.htm
Barry's Amusements - Barrys is the largest amusement park in Ireland, located in the center of Portrush.
Galgorm House Self Catering Apartments
Princess Street Self Catering Apartments
www.selfcateringportrush.co.uk
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Local Area 
Built on a peninsula Portrush commands exceptional views to Donegal, Dunluce Castle and the Giants Causeway headland, along with two very good beaches and excellent coastal walks.
It offers all the facilities you would need for a family vacation or a base to explore the surrounding area from. Within the town you will find a selection of indoor venues which include Waterworld, The Dunluce Centre, the Coastal Zone, Barry's Amusements' and a choice of restaurants, cafe's and bars.
Portrush offers shops to suit all tastes and budgets, from that little piece of giftware to furniture and homeware, you're sure to find what you are looking for.
Portrush Harbour
This beautiful harbour is situated just 2 minutes walk from our hostel.
Barrys Amusements
Barrys is the largest amusement park in Ireland, located in the center of Portrush.
Royal Portrush Golf Club
Royal Portrush has hosted The Open Championship. It is considered a highly testing course, with a particularly scenic setting.
Dunluce Castle
The ruins of Dunluce Castle have sat on the edge of the North Antrim cliffs for centuries. It is an essential stop in any proper tour of the North Coast.
The Giant's Causeway
Since the 18th century The Giants Causeway has often been described as 'The Eighth Wonder Of The World' and once you have visited the site you will quickly see why.
Waterworld
This interactive water playground is a hit with children. Located just 2 mins walk from our hostel.
