








Visit Bushmills for the north Antrim coast, especially Giant’s Causeway. The village gives the famous basalt coast a practical base with food, lodging, and enough structure for an early or late visit. It pairs naturally with coastal walks, castle stops, whiskey, and a slower route between Belfast, Derry, and the Causeway Coast.
Do not visit Bushmills expecting the village itself to carry a full city guide. The coast carries the trip. Weather changes the day quickly, and Giant’s Causeway can be crowded. Build the plan around timing, waterproof layers, and enough slack to enjoy the coast when it opens up.
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Bushmills is a village on the north coast of County Antrim, Northern Ireland. Bushmills had a population of 1,247 in the 2021 Census. It is located 60 miles (97 km) from Belfast, 11 miles (18 km) from Ballycastle and 9 miles (14 km) from Coleraine. The village owes its name to the River Bush and to a large watermill that was built there in the early 17th century. It is home to the Old Bushmills Distillery, which produces Irish whiskey, and is near the Giant's Causeway.
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