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  1. Image is of Lisburn Light Trail 2024 in Castle Gardens
    Come and wander through the spectacular light trail in Castle Gardens this Christmas and take in the wonderful sights of the light show. Visit Santa's Grotto, enjoy live music and visit the mini Christmas Market each Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Dogs welcome.
    1. 22 Nov 202423 Dec 2024
  2. Cave Hill is a park, overlooking the city of Belfast, and it has many natural and historical features including archaeological sites, eco trails, walking and orienteering routes as well as the impressive Belfast Castle. Free entry.
    1. Children playing around a giant book in Slieve Gullion Forest Park
      Slieve Gullion is Ireland's Mountain of Mystery. Slieve Guillion Forest Park offers walking trails, a scenic drive, an Adventure Playpark, Fionn's Giant Adventure children's story trail and a Courtyard with coffee shop. Free access on foot or by bike. Car parking charges may apply.
      1. 1 Jan 202431 Dec 2024
    2. exterior image of the Belleek Pottery Visitor Centre, view from main road
      When you step into the world of Belleek Pottery you enter one of Northern Ireland’s oldest and fascinating attractions. Visitors have been coming to Belleek Pottery, since 1857. We invite you to discover the secrets that have made Belleek Pottery one of the most enduring success stories of Irish Craftmanship with a visit to its award winning Visitor Centre.
      1. 1 Jan 202431 Dec 2024
    3. Guided tours of City Hall take place daily, with tickets available on a first-come, first served basis. They last one hour and give you a glimpse into areas of this stunning building which aren't normally accessible to the public. You can get tour tickets at City Hall Reception desk on the day of the tour. An adult ticket (18 years and over) costs £6. Children can enter for free, but they need a valid ticket.
      1. Florence Court is one of the most beautiful Georgian houses in Ulster, nestled against the wild mountain backdrop of Benaughlin. In the gardens you will find the famous Florence Court Yew - reputedly the 'parent' of all Irish yew trees. Family ticket to explore the grounds - £18.75
        1. Guided tours of Stormont Parliament Buildings take place each weekday, and are free. Learn about the history and heritage of the building on one the public tours which operate at 11am and 2pm daily. Tickets must be booked online in advance.
          1. Guests interact with exhibitions at the Derry Girls Exhibition
            Relive the joy of The Derry Girls through the interactive exhibition at Tower Museum with tickets priced at great rates including Adult £6, Junior (aged 5 -17) £3 and Concession £4.
            1. 4 Jul 20231 Jul 2025
          2. A mesmerising exhibition at W5 with a young boy walking through an optical illusion
            Explore eight new zones, packed with over 250 interactive exhibits, that excite and inspire, with exhibits and experiences covering everything from climate change and nature to film and TV production, optical illusions, built engineering, medical science and much, much more. Children's tickets £8. Under 3's go free.
            1. 1 Jan 202431 Dec 2024
          3. A couple looking up at a telescope at the OM Dark Sky Observatory
            Interactive exhibitions link the Sperrins landscape with astronomy and archaeology, with holographic installations and virtual reality headsets bringing a whole new dimension to learning. Daily tours are priced at just £5.30 for Adults, £3.70 for under 16s and over 60s.
            1. 1 Jan 202331 Dec 2029
          4. Sign outside the Ulster Museum
            The Ulster Museum in Belfast is home to treasures past and present. There’s something for art lovers, history buffs, inquisitive kids and the culturally curious. Entry is free all year around, although a optional donation of any amount can be made upon arrival too. Note that the museum is closed on Mondays (except NI Bank Holidays).
            1. 1 Jan 202431 Dec 2024
          5. 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.
            Carrickfergus castle is one of the best preserved medieval structures in Ireland and the only preserved castle of its age open to the public. Adults: £6.00. Children: £4.00 (Under fours go free). Family (5 people with max. 2 adults): £18.

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