Measuring 87 metres in length and telling the story of Game of Thrones® from Seasons One to Eight, this Bayeux-style tapestry is a beautiful hand stitched tapestry and an incredible feat of creativity and skill.
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Made from local linen supplied by Thomas Ferguson's in Banbridge in County Down, one of the last surviving linen mills in Northern Ireland, this enormous tapestry brings to life the Game of Thrones® story.
Thread by thread, visitors can relive the trials and tribulations of the show’s characters and its most famous scenes, including the Red Wedding and Hardhome.
Initially the tapestry depicted Seasons 1 to 6, but as the final two seasons (7 & 8) played out on our screens, they were added onto the tapestry, bringing the story to a close. The length of the tapestry is such that it is one of the longest in the world and one of the largest textile objects ever displayed in the Ulster Museum.
Take a closer look and you'll spot the incredible level of detail that has been achieved through hand embellishment. A small army of enthusiastic stitchers (300 nimble fingers fuelled by regular intakes of coffee) worked tirelessly to add embroidered highlights, including golden Lannister hair, emerald green wildfire, cold blue White Walkers and jet black crows.
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There's lots more Game of Thrones® related fun to be had once you've finished at the museum. We recommend that you check out the nearby Glass of Thrones Walking Trail, as well as the official Game of Thrones® Studio Tour in Banbridge and make sure to pickup a Doors Passport, which is stamped each time you visit a location on the incredible "Doors of Thrones" trail. The Journey of Doors is made up of 10 hand-carved doors built from iconic Dark Hedges trees, each of which tells a story from each episode of Season 6.
If you want to explore what's on the doorstep of the museum, venture outside its doors and in to the beautifully kept Botanic Gardens. There's beautiful lawns perfect for a well deserved rest, as well as extensive rose gardens and a Palm House - a large glass house packed with exotic plants and trees, built in the 1800s. The Tropical Ravine is a listed building which dates back to 1887, and has been restored with many of its original Victorian features reinstated and preserved.
Further afield in Belfast's Cathedral Quarter, you'll find the Dark Horse pub with a surprise for Game of Thrones® fans, and the area in general is a hub for foodies and those looking to soak up Belfast's nightlife, with plenty of incredible restaurants and lively bars to choose from.
Building out your trip...
Extend your stay into a short break, by booking a room in one of Belfast's top hotels. Within walking distance of the Ulster Museum you'll find The Malone (4*), and a short walk towards the heart of the city centre takes you to the doors of the Europa Hotel (4*), Ten Square (4*) or Fitzwilliam Hotel (5*), to name a few.
Ulster Museum is home to treasures past and present. There’s something for art lovers, history buffs, inquisitive kids and the culturally curious! Come face to face with dinosaurs and for a fun family day out dive into the Discovery Zones of art, history and science where you can try on costumes from the past, explore the tree of life and create your own art to take home.
Created in official partnership with Warner Bros., the world’s first and only Game of Thrones Studio Tour has arrived in Northern Ireland. Located at the authentic filming location of Linen Mill Studios in Banbridge, County Down, Game of Thrones Studio Tour invites you to experience the world of Game of Thrones like never before.
First established in 1828, the gardens have been enjoyed as a public park by the people of Belfast since 1895. There is an extensive rose garden and long herbaceous borders and the tree enthusiast can seek out the rare oaks planted in the 1880s.
The Dark Horse is a European style coffee house nestled along a narrow cobbled alleyway in the historic Half Bap area of the Cathedral Quarter. Available for private hire Thursday - Saturday.
Nestled along a narrow-cobbled alleyway in the historic Half Bap area, the Duke of York offers a traditional Belfast welcome of craic, music and humour.
You'll love the tradition, tranquillity, elegance and warmth of our Victorian townhouse hotel, set in the leafy avenues of the University Quarter and opening on to fashionable streets of Lisburn and Malone Road, 10 min away from Belfast city centre.
World famous 4* Europa Hotel is superbly located in the heart of Belfast City Centre, close to many top attractions. Beautifully restored, this popular international hotel offers spacious elegance and has been the choice of President Bill Clinton.
An iconic landmark on the landscape of Central Belfast hospitality, Ten Square is the very definition of chic, city centre boutique accommodation - the unique blend of understated style, refined atmosphere & perfect location, ensure a memorable stay.
Sleep in one of our 146 elegantly designed guestrooms. Cocoon yourself in sumptuous surroundings and create your own oasis of comfort. Warm American walnut walkways ease you into your personal sanctuary.
