Dunluce Castle
Dunluce Castle is a castle & historic landmark in County Antrim, Northern Ireland. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.
| Price | Adult £6 · Child £4 · Family £18 Checked on the official NI tourism site (guide prices): adult £6, child (5-17) £4, under-5s free, concession £4.50, family (up to 5 people) £18; annual pass adult £12. Tickets bought on site. May close in extreme weather. |
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| Opening times | February-November daily 9.30am-5pm; December-January 9.30am-4pm; last admission 30 minutes before closing. |
| Best time to go | Combine with the Giant's Causeway on the same day. |
| School holiday tip | Northern Ireland schools break around the end of June and return in late August or early September, so July is the local peak. Visitors from England and Wales get quieter days in June and early July. |
| Best ages | About 5+; steps, drops and uneven ground, so check pram access |
| If it rains | Mostly outdoors with little shelter; pick a dry day |
| Money saver | Check English Heritage, Historic Environment Scotland or Cadw membership value; many ruins are cheap or free. |
| Top tips | Dramatic medieval castle ruins on the cliff edge of the Causeway Coast. |
| What to pack | Sturdy shoes, waterproofs, layers, picnic, carrier for toddlers |
Details checked against the official website on 23 Oct 2026. Venue website or source
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Nearby days out
- Curry's Fun Park Portrush 3 miles · Theme Park
- Giant's Causeway 3 miles · Garden, Park & Outdoor
- Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge 10 miles · Garden, Park & Outdoor
- Antrim Castle Gardens 37 miles · Garden, Park & Outdoor