Caves of Cushendun
Caves of Cushendun
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- F. SchäferNuremberg, Germany27 contributionsBeautiful bay, cave unfortunately closedIs a very nice bay with rocky beach and great rocks. 10 min walk from the nearest parking lot. Attention, Game of Thrones fans: The cave was NOT accessible in June 2024. Everything sealed off (see picture). That alone is not really worth the trip here.Visited June 2024Travelled with familyWritten 23 June 2024
- Holidaygirl78Crawley, United Kingdom61 contributionsMain cave is currently closed but we loved the village.Having seen the previous review about the cave being closed, we nearly didn’t stop here but, in fact we thoroughly enjoyed a wander along the beach, across the bridge and down to the caves. It really isn’t far, the scenery was beautiful and the village was interesting and pretty. The large cave is currently fenced off but the smaller one is open and, not being Game of Thrones fans, this was ok for us. We finished off with a cup of tea in the lovely village tearoom.Visited August 2024Travelled with familyWritten 20 August 2024
- FilmknightsShaftesbury, United Kingdom86 contributionsGame of Thrones Filming LocationGreat to visit a filming location used in Game of Thrones. This is the cave in which the red witch gave birth to the shadow creature. Although the bigger cave is closed off for safety, the smaller cave that you can access is where the filming took place as well as the rocky beach. Look at my photos compared to the screen shot from the show. I tried to take them as close to the real thing as possible.Visited September 2024Travelled with friendsWritten 3 October 2024
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Brogan F
Saint Paul, MN3 contributions
Jun 2020
Although there is not much to the caves, it is still cool to see where part of G.O.T was filmed. The pub in town was amazing. Beautiful day (luckily) so we got a nice view of Scotland walking on the Beach. There are also a lot of rocks to climb on, which are great for children and adults. Just make sure they're not wet! Definitely recommend if you are in the area, only takes 2 or so hours with caves, lunch or dinner, and a walk on the beach.
Written 5 May 2021
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Becky H
Hastings, UK377 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
Visited here as part of a stop on a tour. The caves are now quite popular due to Game of Thrones however it never feels too crowded there. The caves are lovely to walk through and are only a 10 minute walk from the road. Would definitely recommend to anyone who's driving around that area to pop down to the caves.
Written 18 February 2020
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Neil C
Stirling, UK21 contributions
Oct 2020
Was on a tour of the coast with a friend who lives nearby and he stopped by the magnificent caves. We're both fans of Game of Thrones and he wanted to show me all the filming locations. The caves are fascinating to look and because it's off the beaten track it doesn't get too busy. Can be visited in all weathers, but on a clear day the caves afford great views towards Scotland on a clear day. On top of that, the village is very pretty and would definitely recommend stopping off.
Written 23 October 2020
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jaypea
Hoboken, NJ65 contributions
Sept 2022
park in the lot on the other side of the bridge and walk back to the entrance to the caves. It's hidden behind some homes and I'm sure it's only a matter of time before it's turned into a tourist trap so the locals must hate it. there are no signs for it or where to go so find it on your phone gps and then walk towards it. USE THE GRASSY TRAIL TO THE RIGHT and don't walk along the beach. the caves are wondrous and a quick stop as you drive up the antrim coast. I never saw GOT and still appreciated the natural beauty.
Written 26 September 2022
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GrandTour820019
Cookstown, UK13 contributions
Aug 2021 • Couples
Intended to visit caves but steep cobbly path down to them resulted in both my husband and myself falling thus curtailing our visit. A shame there isn't a safe path or steps as caves have quite a few tourist visitors, especially GoT fans. Photo taken sitting on stones after our fall. Luckily we were not hurt__ too much!
Written 2 August 2021
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Gary B
Vancouver, Canada482 contributions
Oct 2020
We visited this location during a 3-day tour of Northern Ireland with Rabbies in May 2019. Yes, this review is delayed, so sorry.
Normally these would just be sea caves, but they are where Ser Davos and Lady Melisandre landed ashore in season 2 of the Game of Thrones and where there was a battle between Jamie Lannister and Euron Greyjoy later in the show. So to GoT fans they are worth a visit. Like so much of this coast, it's quite beautiful and worth a stop even if you are not a GoT fan.
I would recommend if it's not too out of the way.
The nearby village of Cushendall is also quite lovely and worth a visit, and it is apparently where Irish King O'Neill was killed and from where his decapitated head was sent to Elizabeth 1 representatives in Dublin. So, beautiful and tragic.
Normally these would just be sea caves, but they are where Ser Davos and Lady Melisandre landed ashore in season 2 of the Game of Thrones and where there was a battle between Jamie Lannister and Euron Greyjoy later in the show. So to GoT fans they are worth a visit. Like so much of this coast, it's quite beautiful and worth a stop even if you are not a GoT fan.
I would recommend if it's not too out of the way.
The nearby village of Cushendall is also quite lovely and worth a visit, and it is apparently where Irish King O'Neill was killed and from where his decapitated head was sent to Elizabeth 1 representatives in Dublin. So, beautiful and tragic.
Written 2 September 2021
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user123456
United Kingdom1,638 contributions
Jun 2023 • Friends
We stopped here as part of a coach tour. It was one of the best stops. The walk down to the caves was picturesque & once inside it was stunning. Take a walk through to catch the view from the cave out across the water, it’s stunning.
Written 15 June 2023
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MG-51
Glasgow, UK191 contributions
Sept 2021 • Friends
Loved this. Really stunning and only a very short walk from the village centre. Game of Thrones filmed here and the caves are really interesting. Fab wee beach along the road too.
Enjoyed it and definitely worth a visit.
Enjoyed it and definitely worth a visit.
Written 12 September 2021
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Nicholas D
Larne, UK1,087 contributions
Sept 2021
Great little trip up to the picturesque seaside village of Cushendun in the Glens of Antrim. Got to visit the Cushendun Caves famous from from scenes in the multi award winning Game of Thrones TV Show. Lovely seaside views along the stoney beach and then there is also a great sandy beach on the otherside of Cushendun for walking, relaxing, reacreation and leisure.
Written 16 October 2021
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Diane K
52 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
The area around the caves is absolutely beautiful. I found the caves to be fascinating. The walls were made up of giant round rocks and solid dirt. Make sure you wear shoes to walk to the caves. The beach is made up of lots of tiny pebbles and will suck the flip flops off your feet.
The town has a few wonderful little pubs with good food. The caves are definitely worth the drive.
The town has a few wonderful little pubs with good food. The caves are definitely worth the drive.
Written 12 July 2023
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Hi, I am quite claustrophobic. How enclosed are the caves?
Written 30 August 2021
Not very much at all. The longest cave is only about ten metres, and all are quite high. It is not a very extensive network.
Written 9 September 2021
everythingevy
Arkansas City, Kansas
Roughly how long will it take me to walk around and view the scenery of the caves and beach?
Written 2 March 2018
We only had a brief stop in the caves as part of the GoT tour. We stopped here for about 20 minutes before sunset. Trust me, it is the part I remember the most. The views are to die for. So it really depends on how much you enjoy the scenery, and man if you have your car? You will not leave :)
Written 2 March 2018
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