What to do in Northern Ireland

Activities, attractions and tours

A historic building with a clock tower and a bridge.
A pedestrian bridge with a modern cable design, overlooking a cityscape with historic buildings and a river.
A marina with sailboats docked, surrounded by houses and green hills.
A waterfall in a forested area with a wooden bridge in the background.
A lively street scene with pubs and outdoor seating.

Things to do

Game of Thrones and Giant's Causeway Day Tour from Belfast

Game of Thrones and Giant's Causeway Day Tour from Belfast

£25
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Game of Thrones and Giant's Causeway Day Tour from Belfast
From Belfast: Giant's Causeway Full-Day Guided Trip

From Belfast: Giant's Causeway Full-Day Guided Trip

£25
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Belfast: Giant's Causeway Full-Day Guided Trip
Titanic Belfast Entrance Ticket: Titanic Visitor Experience Including SS Nomadic

Titanic Belfast Entrance Ticket: Titanic Visitor Experience Including SS Nomadic

£27
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Titanic Belfast Entrance Ticket: Titanic Visitor Experience Including SS Nomadic
Carrick-a-Rede Viewpoint

Giants Causeway and Castles from Belfast: Guided Tour

£24
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Giants Causeway and Castles from Belfast: Guided Tour
Dunluce Castle

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

£30
per adult
Shore Excursion: Giant's Causeway Tour Including Belfast City Tour
Titanic Experience exterior in Ireland

Giant's Causeway, Belfast Titanic & Dark Hedges from Dublin

£64
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Giant's Causeway, Belfast Titanic & Dark Hedges from Dublin
Guided Day Tour: Giant's Causeway from Belfast

Guided Day Tour of Giant's Causeway from Belfast by Comfortable Coach

£45
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Guided Day Tour of Giant's Causeway from Belfast by Comfortable Coach
Arrive back in downtown Belfast for lunch

Morning Giant's Causeway Half Day Tour from Belfast

£26
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Morning Giant's Causeway Half Day Tour from Belfast
Belfast Craic The Gong Interactive Comedy Night

Belfast Interactive Comedy Night: Craic The Gong

£7
per adult
Belfast Interactive Comedy Night: Craic The Gong
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1. Giant's Causeway

Nestling beneath other-worldly cliffs on the Atlantic fringes of County Antrim, there’s far more to the Causeway Coast than the single surf-drenched promontory created by the legendary giant Finn MacCool – or else by volcanic eruption 60 million years ago, depending on which version you believe.
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A rocky coastal landscape with a calm sea, green moss-covered rocks, and a distant island.

2. Titanic Belfast

The location, Belfast’s former Harland and Wolff shipyard, is dominated by the towering exhibition space, with its glittering blocks recalling four ship hulls.
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A modern building with geometric patterns and illuminated signage.

3. Derry City Walls

The Derry City Walls are among the best examples in Europe of a fortified commune. Derry was one of the last cities in Europe to build a protective wall, which is well preserved today. Walk the walls and encounter churches, cannons and shops along the way.
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A historic stone building with arched windows and a tower.

4. Belfast City Hall

City Hall has strong links with the Titanic – it was referred to before construction began 1898 as “the Stone Titanic” – and features a memorial garden for the sunken ship.
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A large historic building with a green dome and two towers.

5. Grand Opera House

It is Northern Ireland’s premier theatre and presents a range of drama, dance, opera, comedy, musicals, pantomime, family and West End shows.
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A grand, ornate theater with multiple balconies and red seating.

6. Victoria Square Shopping Centre

Whether you have expensive tastes or get your retail thrills from grabbing a bargain, Victoria Square Shopping Centre offers something to suit you. This bustling mall is at the heart of Belfast’s main shopping district. Head here to find everything you need to fill a whole day, from great shopping to entertainment and eating options. Make sure you bring a camera so you can capture the gorgeous views of Belfast that are visible through the building’s glass roof.
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A modern shopping mall with a glass dome ceiling, multiple floors, and a central spiral staircase.

7. The Dark Hedges

The Stuart family, who wished to impress visitors to their home in the nearby Gracehill House, planted the beech trees here some 200 years ago. It is quite apparent from a visit here just how successful they were, as the Dark Hedges still astound visitors today.
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What to do in Northern Ireland

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A rocky coastal landscape with a calm sea, green moss-covered rocks, and a distant island.

Giant's Causeway

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The Giant’s Causeway is one of Northern Ireland’s most iconic and most photographed beauty spots, instantly recognisable the world over. It is the only UNESCO World Heritage Site in all of Ireland, having earned this rare distinction back in 1986. Yet only through personally experiencing the many moods and overlooked facets of the wild north-east coast’s ancient volcanic bays, cliffs and beaches is it possible to appreciate their true splendour as wonders of the natural world.
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Where to stay in Northern Ireland

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A grand neoclassical building with a large dome and two towers, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and benches.

Belfast City Centre

Cosy bars a university vibe and top sights from Crown Liquor Saloon to Grand Opera House – discover Belfast City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.

A park with people relaxing on the grass, surrounded by historic buildings and a statue.

Belfast Central District

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Belfast Central District. Make a stop by Ulster Hall or Belfast Christmas Market while you're exploring the area.

A modern building with a glass facade, surrounded by traditional buildings with red brick facades and white trim.

Cathedral Quarter

Cathedral Quarter is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to MAC Theatre and Belfast Customs House while you're in town.

A busy urban street with historic red brick buildings, a green traffic light, and a sign for Botanic Gardens.

Queens Quarter

Queens Quarter is a destination visitors seek out for its ample dining options, fascinating museums and picturesque gardens. You might also want to check out attractions like Belfast Botanic Gardens or Ulster Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

A museum exhibit with architectural models, historical documents, and a large black and white photograph of a room with people.

Titanic Quarter

Titanic Quarter is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like SS Nomadic and Titanic Belfast.

 

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Day trip destinations from Northern Ireland

A park with people relaxing on the grass, surrounded by historic buildings and a statue.

Belfast

A bridge with a pedestrian walkway, a historic clock tower, and a cityscape with buildings in the background.

Londonderry

A marina with various boats docked, a clear blue sky, and a building in the background.

Craigavon

A historic castle on a grassy hill with a sunset sky.

Dundalk

A stone bridge with an arched passageway, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone wall.

Newcastle

A coastal town with houses along the beach, a clear blue sea, and green hills in the background.

Ballymena

A coastal stone structure with a dome, overlooking the sea.

Coleraine

A quaint street with a white building labeled "Ballycultra Tearoom" and a photographer's studio.

Holywood

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