Top 10 best beaches in Northern Ireland, ranked

10. Ballygally Beach, Larne – a great place to stop when exploring the Causeway Coast

9. Whiterocks, Portrush – a tranquil beach

8. Downhill Beach, County Derry – home to history

7. Ballycastle Beach, Ballycastle – an incredible sand and shingle beach

6. Murlough Beach, Newcastle – one of the best beach views in Northern Ireland

5. Helen’s Bay, Bangor – a popular spot close to the city