Ballymena sits in County Antrim and carries a market-town character shaped by generations of linen trade and farming heritage, still visible in its solid streetscapes today. With 61 listed spots to explore, visitors gravitate toward its lively cafes scene for a slower-paced morning, while a handful of well-regarded restaurants round out an evening in town. It rewards those willing to look beyond the obvious.
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