Welcome to Northern Ireland

We are delighted to welcome you back to Northern Ireland. Take a small step and start planning your next giant adventure today.

We’ll provide trip inspiration and local tips on where’s good to go. You’re about to discover a true hidden gem which tucks in more amazing, truly memorable experiences than you could ever imagine. And they’re all just a stone’s throw away from each other. With your every step, you’ll uncover something surprising and new, filling your trip with delightful holiday memories.

We have wild, rugged coastlines that demand awe and adventure. Gently unfolding rural landscapes filled with trails, local stories and nature. Buzzing cityscapes and towns, flowing with life and urban exploration. Cafes, hotels, guesthouses, campsites, attractions and experiences that wrap you in a warm, giant welcome. You might be planning just a short getaway, but we hope you’ll be dreaming of coming back before you’ve even left.

Discover it all in Northern Ireland

The adventure never stops, regardless of the weather. Even just down the road, it can feel like a totally different season. Plan for long sunny days spent on the magnificent mile-long beaches of Portstewart, Portrush and Newcastle, or hours of fascination exploring our industrial heritage while waiting for rainclouds to race away. You might say it’s the best of all worlds. Here we just say it’s another great day in Northern Ireland.

Giant Adventures, Giant Feasts, and Giant Welcomes

As the official tourism body of Northern Ireland, we’re not just here to inspire you. We’re here to help you make the most out of every memorable moment on your trip.

Have a look around here and see what captures your imagination. The sights, places and things you most want to see and do. Where you’d most like to stay, from the splendid luxury of our very best boutique hotels to a rambling camper van or family campsite with outrageous views. Along the way, you might stumble across something unexpected and exciting that you just have to try. We’ve plenty of inspiration and information for that too.

Explore, plan, and more

We’ve all got a different sense of adventure. Whatever you’re looking for in a break, we’ll help guide you with the right information and inspiration. From rugged backpackers and scratch golfers, to bookworms and fun-packed family holiday lovers, and everything in between.

Beyond pure inspiration, you’ll also find practical advice, insider tips, guides, maps, and entertaining and informative blog posts for even more of a flavour of what makes this unique place tick. So, let's get started... we’re ready when you are!

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Choose your Next Giant Adventure

If you like to make the most of every moment you're on holiday, we've created an interactive video to help you choose which kinds of activities you should be booking for your trip to Northern Ireland. Get to the end of the video and enter our competition for the chance to win your Giant Adventure!
Luxury Weekends

From the cities to the countryside to the coast, Northern Ireland offers stunning 4 and 5 star accommodation – each redefining luxury in its own way with outdoor activities, shopping, adventure and history around every corner.
Family Activities and Attractions

It's time to get booking your next family giant adventure. The great outdoors, thrilling activities and first class accommodation are all waiting for you to enjoy.
Things to Do

There’s nowhere quite like Northern Ireland if you love a good bucket list. Or a great one, for that matter. You’ve got everything here from World Heritage sites to paradise for walkers and climbers; real-world Game of Thrones® locations to scenery that inspired Narnia.
Belfast

Belfast is a giant city of buzzing culture and industrial prowess. Whether you’re exploring the restaurants of the Cathedral Quarter or visiting the birthplace of the world's most famous ship, there is something for everyone in Northern Ireland’s dynamic capital city.
Covid-19 Information

For information about COVID-19 with relation to Northern Ireland tourism, travelling around and to Northern Ireland, restrictions and regulations please see this page.
Giant Adventure Offers

Seeking a break, a badly needed escape or a day out? We've lots of great value offers for accommodation and experiences, so book your next giant adventure here.
Derry-Londonderry

Whether you start or finish your journey along the Causeway Coastal Route in Derry-Londonderry, this beautiful city, with its 400 year old walls, is steeped in history, rich in culture and wrapped up in a world-famous sense of humour.
Your Giant Guide to Short Breaks

Your summer getaway is just around the corner, and it's super easy to plan with this online supplement. Inside, you'll find lots of ideas and great value offers - from short break inspiration to activities, places to stay and unmissable events. Click to start reading and get planning!
Food & Drink

It’s time to enjoy the great flavours of home and give our home-grown bars, cafes and restaurants the support they deserve.
Inspirational Itineraries

If you're after ideas for your short break to Northern Ireland, look no further! We've created sample itineraries which pull together suggestions of things to do, as well as places to stay and eat.
Game of Thrones®

For ten years, HBO and Game of Thrones® made Northern Ireland their home. We’re rightly proud of that. And we’re confident enough to say that our country, our people, our raw, atmospheric heritage and stunning locations became part of the show’s soul.

Awaken your Giant Spirit

The Giant Spirit Experience Collection

All across Northern Ireland, you’ll see people hard at work. It’s in our blood. There’s always bread to be baked, fish to be caught, trails to be walked, tunes to be played, tales to be told and smiles to be had. And we’re more than happy to share all of that with you.
Accommodation

Under cover, under cloisters, under canvas or even under the stars, there’s plenty of places to put your head down and dream in Northern Ireland.
What's On

For such a small corner of the world, you’ll find there’s very rarely a dull moment in Northern Ireland. That’s all part and parcel of this dynamic spot’s get up and go, and for you the visitor, it makes taking part in the life, and soul, of the place so much more fun.
Destinations

Even with everything so close, it can feel like you never have enough time in Northern Ireland. It’s just one of those places that the more you see, the more you’ll want to see. Let’s start by exploring our destinations - the counties, towns and cities where you’ll see our Giant Spirit shine through.
Plan your Trip

Northern Ireland is a compact place which manages to pack a lot in. It’s like one of those suitcases that is constantly bursting, except in this case it's with things to do and places to go.
FAQs

Have a question about your upcoming trip to Northern Ireland? Check out our frequently asked questions section for answers on the most common topics.
Special Offers

Browse through the selection of offers on local hotels, B&Bs, guesthouses and self-catering accommodation, as well as golf offers for one and two night breaks.