Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge Tours and Tickets

There are lots of ways to experience the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge in Northern Ireland. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best experiences available right now:

• Guided Day Tour: Giant's Causeway From Belfast 

• Shore Excursion: Giant's Causeway Tour Including Belfast City Tour 

• Northern Highlights Full-Day Guided Tour in Northern Ireland

• Giant's Causeway & Antrim Coast Private Tour

• Luxury Giant's Causeway Tour in Mercedes + Free Belfast Mural Tour

The Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge is managed by the National Trust, and entry is free for National Trust members. If you’re not a member, the entry fee is £16–18. Timed-entry tickets are available online, and while it may be possible to enter on the day, it’s better to book in advance as it’s a popular attraction.

Yes, the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge is worth visiting. It's a fun experience and photo op in the great outdoors, and there's nothing else like it in the area. Some tours take you to a viewpoint to see the bridge, so check the details; if you're booking a private tour and you're interested in walking across, ask your guide about making arrangements.

Per one customer who booked the Guided Day Tour: Giant's Causeway From Belfast,"Really enjoyed this tour. The Giants Causeway was even more spectacular than I had imagined. Lots of time allowed at all the sites: Carrick-a-Rede bridge viewing point, Dunluce Castle, Dark Hedges, and the whiskey tasting at Bushmills. Our guide Steven provided a humorous and interesting commentary along the way. Oh, and the weather was awesome as well!"

Most visitors find that 1.5 hours is enough time to visit the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge. You'll have ample time to cross the bridge, visit the tiny island of Carrick-a-Rede, walk the coastal route, take photos of the bridge and coastal scenery, and use the nearby facilities.

Visitors who are afraid of heights may find the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge scary to cross. The bridge hangs almost 100 feet (30 meters) over the rocks and water between the coast, and the little island of Carrick-a-Rede and is exposed to the elements, including strong coastal winds.

The Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge is the most famous rope bridge in Northern Island. It's located near the Giant’s Causeway and Kinbane Castle on the north coast of County Antrim. It is outside the small town of Ballycastle off route B15, and it connects the island of Carrick-a-Rede to the mainland.

Yes, the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge is safe to walk on. The current rope bridge is a modern replacement from 2008. It was designed to be far safer than older versions, such as the bridge from the 1970s that had large gaps between slats or the original bridge from 1755.

You'll pay to use the main parking lot at the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, but there is a place you can park for free nearby. There is a small parking lot along the B15 between Glenstaughey Road and the last corner before the turn for the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge Car Park.

There are tons of things to do when you're done visiting the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge. According to other travelers, here are some of the top attractions to visit in and around Belfast:

• Giant's Causeway

• Titanic Belfast

• Dunluce Castle

• Belfast City Hall

• Dark Hedges

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in and around Belfast.