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  1. View of countryside from Balance Treehouse bedroom
    Northern Ireland Bucket List
    Ready for an amazing year of adventure across Northern Ireland? Our 2024 Bucket List is like a guidebook to the best things to do. From seeing the Giant's Causeway to exploring the streets of Belfast, we've picked out the most memorable for you to try. It's all about having a great time, whether you love history, nature, or just want to try yummy local food. Get ready for a year of awesome adventures!
  2. Sleep in a treehouse
    With a rope bridge, a hot tub, an outdoors shower and voice-activated controls inside, this is a treehouse with a difference! Escape to your own cosy retreat under the stars, in a place that makes your stay memorable for all the right reasons.
  3. Sample the tastiest street food that Belfast has to offer
    Located in the Cathedral Quarter, the buzzing atmosphere will draw you in, if the delicious smells haven't already. Belfast's street food market brings together an incredible array of edible offerings, from pizza to mexican, canadian to greek, you'll find it all here. Suitable for vegetarians and vegans, it's also dog-friendly, so bring everyone along for a tasty bite to eat accompanied by live music.
    1. The Stargazer sculpture as part of the Sperrin Sculpture Trail
      Find all 3 of the Sperrin Giants
      Head for the Sperrin Sculpture Trail and track down all three of the spectacular giant sculptures you'll find along the way. They make up a new art installation created by world acclaimed artist, Thomas Dambo, to showcase the geology, archaeology and heritage of the Sperrins. Remember to take a photo at each as evidence that you found them.
    2. Complete the Digital Sculpture Trail in Hillsborough Forest
      Find all nine sculptures located around the scenic lake in Hillsborough Forest, scanning them on the AR app as you go. Complete the trail and you'll be rewarded with discounts to use in Royal Hillsborough village.
      1. See how it all began, from script to screen at Game of Thrones Studio Tour.
        Relive the magic of Game of Thrones
        The world’s first and only official Game of Thrones Studio Tour is located in Banbridge, just off the A1 between Newry and Lisburn. Make sure to check it out for a glimpse behind-the-scenes and rediscover the incredible HBO series all over again.
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      2. Cuilcagh Lakelands Geopark
        Head underground to explore the Marble Arch Caves
        Do something different in 2024 and make this the year you complete the infamous Marble Arch Caves! There's a new lighting display to enjoy in the show caves, as well as events like Earth Yoga and Think Deep, which involves turning the Shru Croppa River an astonishing luminous green!
        1. waves lap over the basalt stones at the giants causeway
          Take a trip to the Giants Causeway
          We couldn't not include it! The Giant's Causeway is one of the top attractions in Northern Ireland, and a unique natural wonder. No trip is complete without a stop to check out the ~40,000 interlocking basalt columns, so make sure it's on your list for 2024.
          1. Castlewellan Peace Maze
            Complete the Castlewellan Peace Maze
            The average time to complete the maze is 40 minutes - can you beat that? As a free-to-do activity, set in the beautiful Castlewellan Forest Park, combine this with a loop around the lake and a trip down to Newcastle for ice creams after. The last one out has to pay!
            1. Stroll around the city on "the most entertaining tour in Belfast"
              Join your tour guide Barney for a leisurely walk around Belfast, taking in the major sights and hidden gems, and learning interesting facts about the city's buildings that you wouldn't hear elsewhere.
            2. Scott's Venue
              Discover live jazz in an unexpected venue
              Hidden away on the top floor of Ballyhackamore Working Mens Club in East Belfast, is a musical hidden gem. Every Friday night, strains of Charlie Parker, Herbie Hancock and John Coltrane can be heard, gently inviting you to come inside and discover world-class music by world-class musicians. If you happen to be in the city, don't miss this.
              1. a boy and his dad looking at a sea creature in the tank
                Walk under water at Exploris
                Explore the new "Under the Sea" experience, an underwater tunnel giving visitors a whole new perspective of marine life. Located just one hour from Belfast, this is a fun family day out, plus team it with a trip over Strangford Lough on the ferry to continue the wildlife spotting.
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              2. Guests interact with exhibitions at the Derry Girls Exhibition
                Catch the Derry Girls at Tower Museum
                Catch up with everyone's favourite Derry Girls at this exclusive exhibition with original memorabilia from the show, including Erin's Diary, Ma Mary's Woolworths sweater, and those infamous Spice Girls costumes. Tickets are just £4.
                1. 4 Jul 20231 Jul 2025

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