The Dark Hedges is free to visit and just up the road. A short drive opens up Ballycastle Beach, the Rathlin Island ferry, farm visits, and some fine coastal ruins.
The Altarichard Forest Stargazing Site gives you free dark-sky nights nearby. Rainy days have you covered too — Ballycastle Museum is free, and there's soft play and farm options for little ones.
The best days out near Armoy
Ballykenver Farmshop & Kitchen
Armoy Round Tower
Altnahinch Reservoir (PAE)
The Dark Hedges
Gracehill House (The Dark Hedges Estate)
Gracehill Golf Club
Sheans Horse Farm
Altarichard Forest Stargazing Site
Knocklayd Summit Walk
Ballyrobin Farm Shop
Broughgammon Farm
Dunfin Farm
Trench Farm
Ballycastle Farm Shop
Lissanoure Castle
Moyle Way
The Salt Spa at The Salthouse
Ballycastle Museum
Ballycastle Beach
Ballycastle Golf Club
Bonamargy Friary
Kintra Boat Tours
Rathlin Island Ferry
Ballycastle Seafront Playpark
Causeway Coast Boat Tours
Niche Coastal Sauna
Kinbane Head & Castle
Pans Rocks Snorkel (Ballycastle North Beach)
Pans Rocks Cave / The Devil's Churn
Benvarden Garden
Billy Church
White Park Bay
Causeway Activities Sea Kayaking
Ballintoy Boat Tours
Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge
Larrybane Headland (GoT — Renly's Camp)
Causeway Coast Way: Ballintoy to Carrick-a-Rede
Ballintoy Harbour
Ballintoy Harbour snorkel site
Treasure Island Soft Play
Joey Dunlop Leisure Centre
Dunseverick Rock Pools
Megaw Park
Through the Looking Glass NI
Dunseverick Castle Headland
Riverside Park / Joey Dunlop Memorial Garden
Ballymoney Museum
Dunseverick Castle
What's on near Armoy
- 1AugHeart of the Glens FestivalCushendall
- 2AugGet Wet Stay Safe - Swim Safety TrainingCushendun
- 5AugRhythm and Rhyme (Wednesdays and Fridays) — Ballymoney LibraryBallymoney Library
- 5AugDuplo Club — Ballycastle LibraryBallycastle Library
- 5AugJunior Storytime — Cushendall LibraryCushendall Library
- 5Augskillschool — BallymoneySt. Eoghan's Primary School
Days out in Armoy — your questions
What are the best days out in Armoy?
The Dark Hedges is a must — it's free and iconic. Ballycastle Beach is a short drive and works for all ages. For something different, the Rathlin Island Ferry takes you out to sea, and the Knocklayd Summit Walk rewards you with big views. Dunfin Farm is good for families with little ones.
What free things are there to do in Armoy?
Plenty. The Dark Hedges costs nothing to visit. Knocklayd Summit Walk is a free trail. Broughgammon Farm is a free farm shop you can browse. Altarichard Forest Stargazing Site is free to visit. Bonamargy Friary and Ballycastle Museum are both free, and Ballycastle Beach costs nothing year round.
Where can you go on a rainy day near Armoy?
Ballycastle Museum is free and makes for an easy indoor hour. Treasure Island Soft Play is a good shout for younger kids with energy to burn. Ballymoney Museum is also nearby if you want more indoor heritage. These options keep the day moving even when the weather doesn't.
What's good for young children near Armoy?
Dunfin Farm is great for little ones who love animals. Ballycastle Seafront Playpark is free and right by the beach. Treasure Island Soft Play is a solid indoor option. Watertop Open Farm is another family farm worth a visit when you have younger children in tow.