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  1. Armagh

    Address

    15 Moy Road, Armagh, County Armagh, BT61 7LY

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 3752 2981

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Cultural Centre

    Cardinal Ó Fiaich's papers and books form the nucleus of the collection along with the Catholic church records for the archdiocese of Armagh. The archive holds special collections on the Irish overseas, Gaelic sports and 20th century Irish history.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
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    Belfast

    Address

    Kingspan Stadium, 85 Ravenhill Park, Belfast, County Antrim, BT6 0DG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9049 3222

    Type

    Type:

    Sports Ground

    Journey through the history of rugby in Ulster with a self-guided tour of The Nevin Spence Centre. Using archive objects, footage and interactives, visitors can discover the roots of Ulster Rugby.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  3. Photo of museum exterior and grassland to front
    Photo of staged set that depicts soldier life in the war. The image shows a map, headphones, a gas lamp and some gear
    A staged set with a dummy model of a soldier in gear in ditch holding a gun over sandbags on alert
    Image of staged bunker set showcasing life in war, featuring uniforms, sleep set up and dining set up as well as everyday items used to survive the wa
    Photo's of an officers office setting featuring signs and posters encouraging men to enlist to the war, as well as featuring gear and accessories of t
    Photo of green hut exterior where some of the museum displays are featured
    Photo of staged bunker set showing bed, soldiers headwear and a table and chair for dining and writing
    Photo of museum exterior and grassland to front
    Photo of staged set that depicts soldier life in the war. The image shows a map, headphones, a gas lamp and some gear
    A staged set with a dummy model of a soldier in gear in ditch holding a gun over sandbags on alert
    Image of staged bunker set showcasing life in war, featuring uniforms, sleep set up and dining set up as well as everyday items used to survive the wa
    Photo's of an officers office setting featuring signs and posters encouraging men to enlist to the war, as well as featuring gear and accessories of t
    Photo of green hut exterior where some of the museum displays are featured
    Photo of staged bunker set showing bed, soldiers headwear and a table and chair for dining and writing

    Newtownards

    Address

    233 Bangor Road, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 7PH

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9182 3202

    Type

    Type:

    Visitor Centres & Museums

    The Museum examines Ireland's role in the 1st World War with special reference to the cross-community involvement in the 3 local volunteer Divisions: the 10th and 16th (Irish) Divisions and the 36th (Ulster) Division.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
  4. Verbal Arts Centre exterior.

    Derry~Londonderry

    Address

    Stable Lane and Mall Wall, Bishop Street Within, Derry~Londonderry, County Londonderry, BT48 6PU

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 7126 6946

    Type

    Type:

    Arts Centre

    The Verbal Arts Centre is an educational charity founded in 1992 and now located in the beautifully refurbished First Derry School, a listed building which occupies a prime location on the city’s walls. The Verbal Arts Centre is Ireland’s only…

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
  5. Informative exhibit wall showcasing the history of the Ulster-Scots/Scotch-Irish in America. The information features maps, text panels, and images of
    A man in traditional Scottish attire - green and blue tartan - plays the bagpipes. He is standing in front of an informative display about Robert Burn
    The Corn Exchange, a large light-coloured stone building with arched windows, stands on a quiet city street under a clear blue sky. There are addition
    Reception area of the Discover Ulster-Scots Centre with informational displays and a circular front desk. A member of the public is viewing an exhibit
    An unique 1912 signed Ulster Covenant is on display within the Discover Ulster-Scots Centre. The covenant is located inside a secure glass cabinet and
    A group of people sit in rows of two or three in a warmly lit room - the Montgomery Gallery inside the Discover Ulster-Scots Centre. They are facing a
    A man is is standing and presenting to an attentive audience in a museum setting. An image of a historical figure is displayed on a projector screen.
    Informative exhibit wall showcasing the history of the Ulster-Scots/Scotch-Irish in America. The information features maps, text panels, and images of
    A man in traditional Scottish attire - green and blue tartan - plays the bagpipes. He is standing in front of an informative display about Robert Burn
    The Corn Exchange, a large light-coloured stone building with arched windows, stands on a quiet city street under a clear blue sky. There are addition
    Reception area of the Discover Ulster-Scots Centre with informational displays and a circular front desk. A member of the public is viewing an exhibit
    An unique 1912 signed Ulster Covenant is on display within the Discover Ulster-Scots Centre. The covenant is located inside a secure glass cabinet and
    A group of people sit in rows of two or three in a warmly lit room - the Montgomery Gallery inside the Discover Ulster-Scots Centre. They are facing a
    A man is is standing and presenting to an attentive audience in a museum setting. An image of a historical figure is displayed on a projector screen.

    Belfast

    Address

    The Corn Exchange, 1-9 Victoria Street, Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 3GA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9023 1113

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Cultural Centre

    Get a whole different story at the Discover Ulster-Scots Centre, located in Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter.

    Dates

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking (charge) - There are several parking options located close to the Discover Ulster-Scots Centre. They include: • St Anne’s Square Car Park • Exchange Street Car Park • Hill Street Car Park • Handy Park Corporation Street Car Park • Handy Park Tomb Street Car Park.

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wi-fi available
  6. A woman and child having a pretend sword fight in the room at the top of the castle keep with the sun beaming through the window behind.
    A woman and child having a pretend sword fight in the room at the top of the castle keep with the sun beaming through the window behind.

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    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Marine Highway, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7BG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 1273

    Price

    Price £6.00 to £18.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Castle / Fort

    Get ready to step back in time at Carrickfergus Castle, an incredible Norman castle nestled in the charming seaside town of Carrickfergus, County Antrim, right on the shores of Belfast Lough. For more than 800 years, Carrickfergus Castle has been an…

    Price

    Price £6.00 to £18.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  7. External building of museum with adjoining Town Hall building in background
    External building main entrance to Museum
    Visitors enjoying the cafe
    Stained glass window
    Sign displaying the words The Raven Maps
    The replica Monks cell
    Model bygone village
    Viking Helmet and shield
    Photo of the Viking gallery display within North Down Museum
    Cinema room display
    External building of museum with adjoining Town Hall building in background
    External building main entrance to Museum
    Visitors enjoying the cafe
    Stained glass window
    Sign displaying the words The Raven Maps
    The replica Monks cell
    Model bygone village
    Viking Helmet and shield
    Photo of the Viking gallery display within North Down Museum
    Cinema room display

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

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    Bangor

    Address

    Bangor City Hall, Castle Park Avenue, Bangor, County Down, BT20 4BT

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9127 1200

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Visitor Centres & Museums

    Visit North Down Museum to explore the fascinating saga of the North Down area from the Bronze Age to the present day. The Museum takes you on a journey through Early Christian heritage and the Vikings to Scottish Settlers and the Victorians.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
  8. Gates of Clifton House
    Clifton House Guided Tours
    Clifton House Augmented Reality
    Clifton Street Graveyard
    Clifton Street Cemetery Tour
    Mary Ann McCracken Walking Tour
    Gates of Clifton House
    Clifton House Guided Tours
    Clifton House Augmented Reality
    Clifton Street Graveyard
    Clifton Street Cemetery Tour
    Mary Ann McCracken Walking Tour

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

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    Belfast

    Address

    2 North Queen Street, Belfast, County Antrim, BT15 1ES

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9099 7022

    Type

    Type:

    Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings

    The history of Belfast begins at Clifton House. From the moment you step through the door you will be transported back in time to the Belfast Poor House – opened in 1774 – which provided sanctuary to thousands of people, from the young and old, to…

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
    • Parking (free)

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wi-fi available
  9. Carnlough

    Address

    Harbour Road, Carnlough, County Antrim, BT44 0EU

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 288 86188

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Visitor Centres & Museums

    Learn all about the development of Carnlough through the centuries, including its unique industrial heritage, by visiting the Heritage Hub in Carnlough Town Hall before going on an energetic walk to Cranny Falls via Carnlough Harbour.

    Price

    Free
  10. Image shows front of property with large lawn and daffodils in the foreground
    Image is of side view of property with lawn in front and trees to each side
    Image is of lounge area with large traditional style rug, armchairs, dining table and chairs and two large windows
    Image shows front of property with large lawn and daffodils in the foreground
    Image is of side view of property with lawn in front and trees to each side
    Image is of lounge area with large traditional style rug, armchairs, dining table and chairs and two large windows

    Glenavy

    Address

    118A Lisburn Road, Glenavy, County Antrim, BT29 4NY

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9264 8492

    Type

    Type:

    Visitor Centres & Museums

    The Ballance House farm museum, run by The Ulster New Zealand Trust, is the restored birthplace of John Ballance, Prime Minister of New Zealand 1891-1893.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs accepted by arrangement

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking
    • Parking (free)
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    Cookstown

    Address

    20 Wellbrook Road, Cookstown, County Tyrone, BT80 9RY

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 8674 8210

    Price

    Price £3.75 to £18.75 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    The National Trust

    Wellbrook is nestled in an idyllic wooded valley. As you come over the hill and see the river, the mill, its water wheel and traditional cottage, it looks as if nothing could disturb the tranquillity.

    Price

    Price £3.75 to £18.75 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  12. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 44 reviews44 reviews

    Derry

    Address

    32 Shipquay Street, Derry, Derry~Londonderry, BT48 6DN

    Telephone

    02871268219

    Price

    Price £6.00 to £10.00 Activity

    Type

    Type:

    Visitor Centres & Museums

    The Bedlam Museum offers an immersive experience with its vast collection and interactive exhibits. Whether you're a history enthusiast or looking for an educational outing, it promises a memorable visit. Don’t miss the chance to take photos with…

    Price

    Price £6.00 to £10.00 Activity
  13. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

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    Belfast

    Address

    Schomberg House, 368 Cregagh Road, Belfast, County Antrim, BT6 9EY

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9070 1122

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Visitor Centres & Museums

    The Museum of Orange Heritage, Schomberg House, focuses on the history and traditions of the Orange Institution, beginning with the Glorious Revolution, and travels right through until the present day.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
  14. Rathfriland

    Address

    Church Hill Road, Drumballyroney, Rathfriland, County Down, BT34 5PH

    Telephone

    028 4062 3322

    Type

    Type:

    Visitor Centres & Museums

    The fertile land of County Down has been farming country for centuries. It was here that Patrick Brontë, father of Charlotte, Emily and Anne - the famous Brontë sisters, was born into a farming family on 17th March 1777.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  15. Industrial belts in an old stone mill.

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

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    Templepatrick

    Address

    751 Antrim Road, Templepatrick, County Antrim, BT39 0AP

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9443 3619

    Type

    Type:

    The National Trust

    Listen to the hammers, smell the grit, feel the heat and witness the thrill of the only surviving water-driven spade mill in Ireland.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs accepted by arrangement

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  16. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

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    Irvinestown

    Address

    346 Killadeas Road, Irvinestown, County Fermanagh, BT94 1PP

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 6634 4803

    Type

    Type:

    Visitor Centres & Museums

    The country park boasts beautiful woodland and lough shore walks, an insect garden and wildflower meadow. Castle Archdale was the main flying boat base during WWII, highlighted in an exhibition in the visitor centre entitled ‘Castle Archdale at War’.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  17. Houses by the square in Gracehill
    Houses by the square in Gracehill

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 32 reviews32 reviews

    Gracehill

    Address

    The Old School House, 19A Church Road, Gracehill, County Antrim, BT42 2NL

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7903 739933

    Type

    Type:

    Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings

    Gracehill, an 18th-century Moravian settlement near Ballymena, is Northern Ireland's first UNESCO Cultural World Heritage site. Visitors can explore its preserved Georgian architecture, historic sites, and book guided tours.

    Dates

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  18. A glazed exhibition space showing racing gear worn by the face road motorbike racer Joey Dunlop
    a glazed exhibition area showing local objects of historic interest
    a glazed exhibition area showing interesting ancient archeological objects found in the local Ballymoney region
    glazed exhibit of the ancient Derrykeighan Stone dating  (Iron Age c50AD) originally found locally at Derrykeighan Church walls.
    A glazed exhibition space showing racing gear worn by the face road motorbike racer Joey Dunlop
    a glazed exhibition area showing local objects of historic interest
    a glazed exhibition area showing interesting ancient archeological objects found in the local Ballymoney region
    glazed exhibit of the ancient Derrykeighan Stone dating  (Iron Age c50AD) originally found locally at Derrykeighan Church walls.

    Ballymoney

    Address

    Town Hall, 1 Townhead Street, Ballymoney, County Antrim, BT53 6BE

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2766 0230

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Visitor Centres & Museums

    From the Mesolithic to Motorcycles, through rebellion and war, politics, industry, sport and a whole lot more discover the fascinating history of the town and the surrounding areas.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Feb 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking (charge) - Townhead Street Car Park is adjacent to building

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
  19. Ballycastle

    Address

    3/61 Leyland Road, Ballycastle, County Antrim, BT54 6EZ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7835 403340

    Type

    Type:

    Visitor Centres & Museums

    We specialise in producing smoked foods naturally, in the picturesque coastal town of Ballycastle. Learn about the traditional craft of smoking food, how it links us to our past and how it has been adapted for the modern world.

  20. A family of four standing on the platform talking to the driver of a blue steam train
    Steam train onn platform at Whitehead Railway Museum
    A family of four standing on the platform talking to the driver of a blue steam train
    Steam train onn platform at Whitehead Railway Museum

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 104 reviews104 reviews

    Whitehead

    Address

    Excursion Station, Castleview Road, Whitehead, County Antrim, BT38 9NA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9358 6200

    Type

    Type:

    Visitor Centres & Museums

    Whitehead Railway Museum will take visitors on a journey through time - see the large stock fully restored heritage Irish railway steam and diesel locomotives, vintage carriages coupled with state of the art interactive touch displays.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs accepted by arrangement

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
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