Best Play Parks in Portrush
Portrush's play parks for kids — from the Recreation Grounds' zip line to Arcadia Park's ocean views on East Strand.
Contact
Get in touch with Visit Portrush — questions, corrections, or your own Causeway Coast tips and photos.
Currency in Northern Ireland Explained
Northern Ireland uses sterling — but with its own banknotes issued by three local banks, alongside Bank of England notes. Here's what to expect.
Getting to Portrush
How to get to Portrush by train, bus, or car from Belfast, Derry, and Dublin — routes, journey times, and the scenic option.
Is Northern Ireland Part of the UK?
Quick answer: yes. Northern Ireland is part of the UK, uses sterling, has no passport control from the Republic of Ireland, and measures in miles.
Is Northern Ireland Safe to Visit?
Yes — Northern Ireland is one of the lower-crime parts of the UK. Practical safety notes for visitors, including a straight answer on the Troubles.
Northern Ireland Customs and Etiquette
A practical guide to local etiquette in Northern Ireland — pub rounds, greetings, the many meanings of craic, and public holidays worth knowing about.
Northern Ireland Travel Tips
Practical logistics for visiting Northern Ireland — driving rules, plugs, tipping, opening hours, and a VAT refund most tourists don't know still applies here.
Northern Irish Slang: 27 Words to Know
A guide to Northern Irish slang for visitors — from 'wee' and 'craic' to 'buck eejit' and 'stickin' out', with pronunciation tips.
Taxis in Portrush
Every taxi company in Portrush, with phone numbers and addresses — call and book direct, no booking fees.
The North West 200
The North West 200: one of the world's fastest road races, run every May on closed public roads between Portstewart, Coleraine, and Portrush.
Things to Do in Portrush When It's Wet
Rainy day options in Portrush: indoor amusements, cinema, ice cream, or embrace it and surf — some of the best waves come with drizzle.
Weather on the North Coast by Season
What to expect weather-wise on the Causeway Coast, month by month — pack for wind and rain year-round, sunshine is a bonus.