Explore the North
of Ireland
Entry Points
Belfast International Airport, George Best Belfast City
Airport, Belfast Port, Larne Port, Sligo Airport, Donegal
Airport, Derry Airport, Dublin Airport, Dublin Port, Dun
Laoghaire Port
You know somewhere is special when international travel
publishers put it on their "must visit" list. One travel
bible has urged readers to discover Northern Ireland, as a
place "buzzing with life, pulsating cities and happy
people".
Some Things to Do & See
- The Giant's Causeway: a geological phenomenon and a
World Heritage Site
- The Carrick-A-Rede rope bridge: a mesmeric walk,
swaying as the waves crash beneath
- The Mountains of Mourne: an area of outstanding
natural beauty
- Belfast City Hall: A magnificent Edwardian "wedding
cake" building that houses a poignant memorial to the
victims of the Titanic, which was built in the city
- Glenarrif Forest Park: set in the "Queen of the
Glens" of Antrim
- The Antrim Coast Road: possibly the most scenic
anywhere in Ireland
- Carrickfergus Castle: representing over 800 years of
military might, this imposing edifice dominates the
local landscape
- The Crown Bar: this traditional pub is one of
Belfast's oldest and best-loved landmarks
- Scrabo Tower: breathtaking views across Strangford
Lough
- Marble Arch Caves: one of Europe's finest showcaves,
a fascinating natural underworld of rivers, waterfalls,
winding passages and lofty chambers
- Ulster Folk and Transport Museum: set in over 170
acres of rolling countryside, this outdoor attraction
tells the story of local life in the early 20th century
- Titanic Boat Tours: guides you around the place
where the world's most famous ship was launched
- Walk along the historic walls of Derry City
- The Guild Hall in Derry
- Derry's Tower Museum
- The St Patrick Centre, Downpatrick: find out all
there is to know about Ireland's patron saint
- Mount Stewart House, Gardens and Temple of the
Winds: a celebrated National Trust property with
dramatic views over Strangford Lough
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