What is the water and sand quality of the Portstewart Beach?

The coastline of Portstewart Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Portstewart Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Portstewart Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.The Portstewart Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Kite and windsurfing</li></ul>

Is the Portstewart Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.Portstewart Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Portstewart Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Portstewart Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Portstewart Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Portstewart Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.The following features add extra points:<ul><li>Mountains/hills in the vicinity</li></ul>

What are the key audiences of Portstewart Beach?

Portstewart Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:<ul><li>Wild camping lovers </li><li>Beachgoers with pets</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Portstewart Beach?

The bar is located right on the Portstewart Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Eighteen Ninety Four is the closest place located 1700 meters from the beach.

How far is the Portstewart Beach from parking?

The Portstewart Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Portstewart Beach?

There are 1 attractions near Portstewart Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are National Trust - Portstewart Strand located in 1.4 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Portstewart Beach (Ulster) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Portstewart Beach (Ulster) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

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Photo of Portstewart Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Portstewart Beach with long straight shore

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Photo of Portstewart Beach and the settlement

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Portstewart Beach

Portstewart, Ireland

8.5

#10 out of 52 in Ulster 0

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Kite or windsurfing Good for swimming

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Located within the settlement

Stroove • 13.3 km

Map of beach

Playground The Crescent Playpark

2.5km

Playground Diversity Park

2.7km

Park National Trust Barmouth Bird Hide

1km

Hiking Area The Cliff Walk

2.3km

Park Castlerock Cenotaph

2.3km

Park Coleraine Borough Council Parks

2.4km

Park Saint Johns Close

2.6km

Park Portstewart Cliffrocks

2.9km

Park Mussenden Road

3.7km

National Park Downhill Wood

3.7km

Park National Trust - Mussenden Temple and Downhill Demesne

3.9km

Seafood Restaurant Harry's Shack

8.6 - Excellent 1.5km

Restaurant Eighteen Ninety Four

8.8 - Excellent 1.6km

Cafe Lost & Found Cafe

9.2 - Excellent 1.9km

Restaurant Costello's Restaurant

8 - Very good 2.2km

Restaurant Clubhouse Restaurant & Bar

8 - Very good 2.2km

Bar Bertha's Bar

9 - Excellent 2.3km

Cafe Surf Shack - Castlerock Surf School & Cafe

9.8 - Exceptional 2.3km

Coffee Shop The ROCK Craft & Coffee

9.2 - Excellent 2.3km

Meal Takeaway MeatBox

9.6 - Exceptional 2.3km

Ice Cream Shop Braemar Farm Ice Cream

9.6 - Exceptional 2.4km

Supermarket Tesco Superstore

2.6km

Ice Cream Shop Morelli's Portstewart

8.8 - Excellent 2.7km

Supermarket Costcutter & Eco Filling Station

3km

Ice Cream Shop Jonesy's Sweets and Treats

10 - Exceptional 3.6km

Tourist Attraction National Trust - Portstewart Strand

1.4km

Church Portstewart Baptist Church

2.8km

Tourist Attraction Dunne Waterfall

5.3km

Tourist Attraction Portrush Harbour

7.3km

Tourist Attraction White Rocks Beach

9.8km

Historical Landmark Mussenden Temple

3.9km

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About

Portstewart Beach is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 10th place out of 52 beaches in the Ulster region The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.

Located within the settlement

Stroove • 13.3 km

Map of beach

Playground The Crescent Playpark

2.5km

Playground Diversity Park

2.7km

Park National Trust Barmouth Bird Hide

1km

Hiking Area The Cliff Walk

2.3km

Park Castlerock Cenotaph

2.3km

Park Coleraine Borough Council Parks

2.4km

Park Saint Johns Close

2.6km

Park Portstewart Cliffrocks

2.9km

Park Mussenden Road

3.7km

National Park Downhill Wood

3.7km

Park National Trust - Mussenden Temple and Downhill Demesne

3.9km

Seafood Restaurant Harry's Shack

8.6 - Excellent 1.5km

Restaurant Eighteen Ninety Four

8.8 - Excellent 1.6km

Cafe Lost & Found Cafe

9.2 - Excellent 1.9km

Restaurant Costello's Restaurant

8 - Very good 2.2km

Restaurant Clubhouse Restaurant & Bar

8 - Very good 2.2km

Bar Bertha's Bar

9 - Excellent 2.3km

Cafe Surf Shack - Castlerock Surf School & Cafe

9.8 - Exceptional 2.3km

Coffee Shop The ROCK Craft & Coffee

9.2 - Excellent 2.3km

Meal Takeaway MeatBox

9.6 - Exceptional 2.3km

Ice Cream Shop Braemar Farm Ice Cream

9.6 - Exceptional 2.4km

Supermarket Tesco Superstore

2.6km

Ice Cream Shop Morelli's Portstewart

8.8 - Excellent 2.7km

Supermarket Costcutter & Eco Filling Station

3km

Ice Cream Shop Jonesy's Sweets and Treats

10 - Exceptional 3.6km

Tourist Attraction National Trust - Portstewart Strand

1.4km

Church Portstewart Baptist Church

2.8km

Tourist Attraction Dunne Waterfall

5.3km

Tourist Attraction Portrush Harbour

7.3km

Tourist Attraction White Rocks Beach

9.8km

Historical Landmark Mussenden Temple

3.9km

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Portstewart Beach

Portstewart, Ireland

Playground The Crescent Playpark

Playground Diversity Park

Park National Trust Barmouth Bird Hide

Hiking Area The Cliff Walk

Park Castlerock Cenotaph

Park Coleraine Borough Council Parks

Park Saint Johns Close

Park Portstewart Cliffrocks

Park Mussenden Road

National Park Downhill Wood

Park National Trust - Mussenden Temple and Downhill Demesne

Seafood Restaurant Harry's Shack

Restaurant Eighteen Ninety Four

Cafe Lost & Found Cafe

Restaurant Costello's Restaurant

Restaurant Clubhouse Restaurant & Bar

Bar Bertha's Bar

Cafe Surf Shack - Castlerock Surf School & Cafe

Coffee Shop The ROCK Craft & Coffee

Meal Takeaway MeatBox

Ice Cream Shop Braemar Farm Ice Cream

Supermarket Tesco Superstore

Ice Cream Shop Morelli's Portstewart

Supermarket Costcutter & Eco Filling Station

Ice Cream Shop Jonesy's Sweets and Treats

Tourist Attraction National Trust - Portstewart Strand

Church Portstewart Baptist Church

Tourist Attraction Dunne Waterfall

Tourist Attraction Portrush Harbour

Tourist Attraction White Rocks Beach

Historical Landmark Mussenden Temple

About

Stroove, Ulster,

Playground The Crescent Playpark

Playground Diversity Park

Park National Trust Barmouth Bird Hide

Hiking Area The Cliff Walk

Park Castlerock Cenotaph

Park Coleraine Borough Council Parks

Park Saint Johns Close

Park Portstewart Cliffrocks

Park Mussenden Road

National Park Downhill Wood

Park National Trust - Mussenden Temple and Downhill Demesne

Seafood Restaurant Harry's Shack

Restaurant Eighteen Ninety Four

Cafe Lost & Found Cafe

Restaurant Costello's Restaurant

Restaurant Clubhouse Restaurant & Bar

Bar Bertha's Bar

Cafe Surf Shack - Castlerock Surf School & Cafe

Coffee Shop The ROCK Craft & Coffee

Meal Takeaway MeatBox

Ice Cream Shop Braemar Farm Ice Cream

Supermarket Tesco Superstore

Ice Cream Shop Morelli's Portstewart

Supermarket Costcutter & Eco Filling Station

Ice Cream Shop Jonesy's Sweets and Treats

Tourist Attraction National Trust - Portstewart Strand

Church Portstewart Baptist Church

Tourist Attraction Dunne Waterfall

Tourist Attraction Portrush Harbour

Tourist Attraction White Rocks Beach

Historical Landmark Mussenden Temple

Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 8.2 (Very good)

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Stroove • 13.3km

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BOL • 20.8km

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