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  1. Image shows visitors viewing various paintings on the wall in one of the visiting rooms
    Image is of woman and child looking at a crown on a cushion
    Image is of a room with wooden floor, large rug, various paintings on the wall and 2 throne chairs
    Image is of the Lady Alice Temple in the background and with a couple sitting on a wall in the foreground
    image is of visitors enjoying the gardens and inspecting the flowers and plants with the castle in the background
    Image is of the Lady Alice Temple with surrounding foliage
    Image shows visitors viewing various paintings on the wall in one of the visiting rooms
    Image is of woman and child looking at a crown on a cushion
    Image is of a room with wooden floor, large rug, various paintings on the wall and 2 throne chairs
    Image is of the Lady Alice Temple in the background and with a couple sitting on a wall in the foreground
    image is of visitors enjoying the gardens and inspecting the flowers and plants with the castle in the background
    Image is of the Lady Alice Temple with surrounding foliage

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    Royal Hillsborough

    Address

    Main Street, Royal Hillsborough, County Down, BT26 6AG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 333 320 6000

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    Historic House / Palace

    Hillsborough Castle is one of the most beautiful, and interesting historic properties in Northern Ireland, and the official residence of the Royal Family when they are in Northern Ireland. The glorious gardens, developed from the 1760s onwards, are…

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    • Wi-fi available
  2. Montalto House, Montalto Lake and Boathouse
    friends looking at a sign
    bottle room
    The Cafe at Montalto Pie Handmade Local Produce
    Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch
    family walking through trails and gardens
    bluebells in a garden
    Montalto House, Montalto Lake and Boathouse
    friends looking at a sign
    bottle room
    The Cafe at Montalto Pie Handmade Local Produce
    Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch
    family walking through trails and gardens
    bluebells in a garden

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    Ballynahinch

    Address

    Spa Road, Ballynahinch, County Down, BT24 8PT

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9756 6100

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    • Five Star Quality Assurance
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    Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings

    A mystical and enchanting estate, set in magnificent natural surroundings. Visitor experience includes access to the estate's beautiful gardens; historic walks and trails and an exciting play area where children can engage, explore and learn.

    Special Offers

    • Azalea Bloom | Free Morning Walk Offer - County Down

      Few flowers are as widely celebrated and anticipated in our spring gardens as azaleas. Their showy, exuberant displays of colour have a way of taking centre stage in just about any landscape so don’t miss your chance to visit us this month while they are at their finest. Simply spend £8.50 on breakfast in The Café between 9:30am – 10:30am and enjoy one free admission into our Trails & Gardens. 

      This offer is valid Wednesday – Friday each week. This offer is running from 10th May - 30th June. Entry to Trails & Gardens must be before 11am. Not available to pre-book. The Café is walk-ins only.

      More offers like this - Experiences & Attractions

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  3. Mount Stewart House
    Mount Stewart House and gardens
    Mount Stewart house and patio, sunlight filtering through greenery
    Mount Stewart House and Gardens, pond
    Mount Stewart house and gardens, sunken garden area
    Mount Stewart lake
    Photo of Mount Stewart trees with beautiful autumn foliage with hues of greens, oranges and browns
    A photograph of the Mount Stewart formal gardens to back of Estate house in bloom
    Photo of the bronze statue that commemorates the birth of Lady Mairi in 1921, surrounded by bells and cockle shells based on the nursery rhyme, set wi
    Image of the formal dining room inside of the Mount Stewart Estate House
    Mount Stewart House
    Mount Stewart House and gardens
    Mount Stewart house and patio, sunlight filtering through greenery
    Mount Stewart House and Gardens, pond
    Mount Stewart house and gardens, sunken garden area
    Mount Stewart lake
    Photo of Mount Stewart trees with beautiful autumn foliage with hues of greens, oranges and browns
    A photograph of the Mount Stewart formal gardens to back of Estate house in bloom
    Photo of the bronze statue that commemorates the birth of Lady Mairi in 1921, surrounded by bells and cockle shells based on the nursery rhyme, set wi
    Image of the formal dining room inside of the Mount Stewart Estate House

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    Newtownards

    Address

    Portaferry Road, Newtownards, County Down, BT22 2AD

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 4278 8387

    Gradings

    • Four Star Quality Assurance
    Four Star Quality Assurance

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    The National Trust

    Mount Stewart is a stunning estate in the beautiful scenic area of Strangford Lough. The Formal Gardens are ranked as one of the top ten in the world and the within the house there are collections of national and international significance.

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  4. Aerial view of Glenarm Castle & Gardens with the ocean beyond.
    Aerial view of Glenarm Castle & Gardens with the ocean beyond.

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    Glenarm

    Address

    Castle Demesne, Glenarm, County Antrim, BT44 0BD

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2884 1203

    Gradings

    • Four Star Quality Assurance
    Four Star Quality Assurance

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    Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings

    With its own special place in local history, Glenarm Castle is a true national treasure. One of Ireland's oldest estates, and home to the Earls of Antrim, Glenarm Castle is a 'must see' destination and one of Northern Ireland's top tourist…

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    Florencecourt

    Address

    Florencecourt, Florencecourt, County Fermanagh, BT92 1DB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 6634 8249

    Gradings

    • Four Star Quality Assurance
    Four Star Quality Assurance

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    The National Trust

    Florence Court is a truly welcoming home. The house, formerly the home of the Cole family, Earls of Enniskillen, is surrounded by a large area of parkland, garden and woodland, with breathtaking views to Benaughlin and the Cuilcagh Mountains. You…

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    Armagh

    Address

    43 Abbey Street, Armagh, County Armagh, BT61 7DY

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 3752 3142

    Price

    Free

    Gradings

    • Four Star Quality Assurance
    Four Star Quality Assurance

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    Visitor Centres & Museums

    Established in 1771, Armagh Public Library is one of the oldest libraries in Ireland, holding rare and valuable books, ancient Irish artefacts, and print, gem and coin collections. Visitors and researchers, individuals and groups, are all welcome.

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    Derry~Londonderry

    Address

    Guildhall Square, Derry~Londonderry, County Londonderry, BT48 7BB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 7137 6510

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    Free

    Gradings

    • Four Star Quality Assurance
    Four Star Quality Assurance

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    Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings

    Fashioned in neo-gothic style, the Guildhall is one of the most striking buildings in the North West and was originally built in 1887. The building now boasts a multifaceted tourism experience providing a central hub for visitors exploring the city

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    Free

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    • Free (parking charges may apply)

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    Armagh

    Address

    Cathedral Close, Armagh, County Armagh, BT61 7DY

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 3752 3142

    Gradings

    • Four Star Quality Assurance
    Four Star Quality Assurance

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    Cathedral

    Saint Patrick founded his chief church here on the Hill of Armagh in 445AD, and there has been a Christian church on the site ever since. The present building dates from the 13th Century and was last restored in 1834.

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    Moy

    Address

    144 Derrycaw Road, Moy, County Armagh, BT71 6NA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 8778 4753

    Gradings

    • Four Star Quality Assurance
    Four Star Quality Assurance

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    The National Trust

    The Argory was built in the 1820s and its hilltop location offers wonderful views over the gardens and 320 acre wooded riverside estate.

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  10. Officers from 1st Ranger Battalion
    Soldiers uniforms inside US Rangers Centre
    Darby - Solder in uniform at Commando Training Depot
    Officers from 1st Ranger Battalion
    Soldiers uniforms inside US Rangers Centre
    Darby - Solder in uniform at Commando Training Depot

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    Carrickfergus

    Address

    2 Boneybefore, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7EQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8222

    Price

    Free

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    • Four Star Quality Assurance
    Four Star Quality Assurance

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    Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings

    Located less than a mile from the Town Centre, off the Larne Road, the Andrew Jackson Cottage is a traditional thatched Ulster –Scots farmhouse built in 1750s.

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    Free

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    • Dogs accepted by arrangement

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    Enniskillen

    Address

    Castlecoole Road, Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, BT74 6JY

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 6632 2690

    Gradings

    • Four Star Quality Assurance
    Four Star Quality Assurance

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    The National Trust

    Castle Coole one of Ireland's finest Neo-classical houses, allowing visitors to glimpse what life was like in the home of the Earls of Belmore. Discover the story of the people who lived and worked below stairs as you explore the servants quarters.

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    Belfast

    Address

    17 Donegall Square North, Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 5GB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9032 1707

    Price

    Free

    Gradings

    • Four Star Quality Assurance
    Four Star Quality Assurance

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    Visitor Centres & Museums

    Founded in 1788, Linen Hall Library is a truly unique institution. As the oldest library in Belfast and the last subscribing library in Ireland, it has an impressive Irish and Local Studies Collection and houses a significant genealogy section.

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    Free

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    • Dogs accepted by arrangement

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    • Free (parking charges may apply)

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  13. Belfast

    Address

    Donegall Street, Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 2HB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9032 8332

    Gradings

    • Four Star Quality Assurance
    Four Star Quality Assurance

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    Cathedral

    Belfast Cathedral, also known as the Cathedral Church of St. Anne, has stood for over 100 years as a place of Christian worship in the heart of Belfast.

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    • Dogs accepted by arrangement

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    Antrim

    Address

    Antrim Castle Gardens And Clotworthy House, Randalstown Road, Antrim, County Antrim, BT41 4LH

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 9448 1338

    Price

    Free

    Gradings

    • Four Star Quality Assurance
    Four Star Quality Assurance

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    Garden

    Antrim Castle Gardens is an absolute historical gem. You will find nothing like these 400-year-old gardens anywhere else in Northern Ireland. Walk into the past as you stroll around this magnificent setting, visiting beautiful features such as the…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023Various Opening Times

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    Free

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    Ballintoy

    Address

    119a White Park Road, Ballintoy, County Antrim, BT54 6LS

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2073 1855

    Gradings

    • Four Star Quality Assurance
    Four Star Quality Assurance

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    The National Trust

    Carrick-a-Rede one of Northern Ireland’s most loved attractions in Northern Ireland, cared for by the National Trust, a registered conservation charity founded to protect beautiful and special places for ever, for everyone.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023

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    • On site parking

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    • Wifi
  16. Girls pictured with a woman in period dress outside an old thatched cottage with a red door
    Image of a white cottage
    Image of the inside of a cottage with wooden table and chairs, old kettles and an old clock
    Dresser with different china, a wooden bench seat and an old picture
    Girls pictured with a woman in period dress outside an old thatched cottage with a red door
    Image of a white cottage
    Image of the inside of a cottage with wooden table and chairs, old kettles and an old clock
    Dresser with different china, a wooden bench seat and an old picture

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    Ballygawley

    Address

    45 Dergenagh Road, Ballygawley, County Tyrone, BT70 1TW

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 8555 7133

    Price

    Free

    Gradings

    • Three Star Quality Assurance
    Three Star Quality Assurance

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    Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings

    Explore the cottage of the Simpson family with close ties to Ulysses Simpson Grant, the Commander of the victorious Union troops in the American Civil War. U.S. Grant served two terms as U.S. President and visited the homeland.

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    Free

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    • Free (parking charges may apply)

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    • On site parking
  17. Image of the front of Ranfurly house from through a celtic circle
    Man dressed in costume leading a group
    Image of the towers at Hill of the O'Neill from below
    A table with glass case in the middle in the centre
    Two couples exploring Hill of the O'Neill
    Image of a brass cow
    A couple looking out through a window across Dungannon
    A man looking in the display cases
    Image of the towers on the hill with the sun setting behind them
    Image of Hill of the O'Neill from above
    Image of the front of Ranfurly house from through a celtic circle
    Man dressed in costume leading a group
    Image of the towers at Hill of the O'Neill from below
    A table with glass case in the middle in the centre
    Two couples exploring Hill of the O'Neill
    Image of a brass cow
    A couple looking out through a window across Dungannon
    A man looking in the display cases
    Image of the towers on the hill with the sun setting behind them
    Image of Hill of the O'Neill from above

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    Dungannon

    Address

    26 Market Square, Dungannon, County Tyrone, BT70 1AB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 8772 8600

    Price

    Free

    Gradings

    • Three Star Quality Assurance
    Three Star Quality Assurance

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    Visitor Centres & Museums

    Discover the history of the O’Neills, the Flight of the Earls and the Plantation of Ulster at the permanent, interactive exhibition. Then stand on the Hill of The O’Neill and you are standing on one of the most important sites in the history of…

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    Free

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    • Free (parking charges may apply)

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    Cullybackey

    Address

    21A Dreen Road, Cullybackey, County Antrim, BT42 1FX

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2563 5010

    Gradings

    • Awaiting Grading Quality Assurance

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    Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings

    Arthur Cottage, Cullybackey, is the Ancestral Home of the 21st President of the USA Chester Alan Arthur.

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    • On site parking
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    Newtownabbey

    Address

    40 Ballycraigy Road, Newtownabbey, County Antrim, BT36 4SX

    Telephone

    0300 123 7788

    Type

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    Visitor Centres & Museums

    Sentry Hill is a 19th century farmhouse in the Parish of Carnmoney, County Antrim. The house and its contents provide a rare insight into life in rural Ulster during the 19th and early 20th centuries.

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    Castlerock

    Address

    Mussenden Road, Castlerock, County Londonderry, BT51 4RP

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 7084 8728

    Type

    Type:

    The National Trust

    Mussenden Temple is located in the beautiful surroundings of Downhill Demesne near Castlerock in County Londonderry. Awe inspiring views, colourful gardens and woodland walks.

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    • On site parking
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