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Northern Ireland Bucket List
Our 2023 bucket list is full of exciting and unique experiences from across Northern Ireland. Scroll down for ideas on what to do, see, and taste in the months ahead to make this a truly memorable year.
If you're after a low-impact activity which is unique, this is it! Cycle around Castle Island in Enniskillen, on the water, on your hydrobike and capture some truly amazing selfies. Even better, book a night-time slot and create a colourful display with the built-in lights all a-glow!
First up is the unforgettable Cranfield Alpacas Experience, set in the majestic surroundings of the Mourne Mountains. This is a fun experience for families and couples alike, where you get up close with these gentle, inquisitive creatures.
Try this for an interesting tour of Belfast city, which takes place in a black cab, and it's your driver who brings the story of the city to life, combining the history and character of the place with the personal experience of people who have lived there all their lives.
Seamus Heaney HomePlace takes you on an inspiring journey through the life and work of one of Ireland’s greatest writers. Situated between his two childhood homes at Mossbawn and The Wood, and only a few hundred yards from St Mary’s Church, Bellaghy, which he chose as his final resting place, HomePlace is at the heart of the area that inspired so much of the poet’s work.
A tour at Hinch Distillery is not just an exploration of history, production and their bold range of triple distilled whiskeys; it’s an invitation to sit and learn from the characters that bring it to life through an immersive sensory journey.
On Castlerock’s main street there’s a building that’s 120 years old. This is the home of the Chocolate Manor, a warm and inviting shop, artisan food emporium & chocolate experience space - the smells alone are enough to tempt you in off the street!
Join a pilgrimage themed around Saint Patrick in Downpatrick, County Down, with your talented guides former Adoration Sisters Martina Purdy and Elaine Kelly, for a walk along Ireland's own Camino.
For craft beer aficionados, anyone with a thirst for a fun experience, or essentially anyone who likes really good beer, the Beer Masterclass experience at the Walled City Brewery is just the ticket! Have a go at making your own micro-beer and enjoying a tasting of 10 different beers, including a 3000-year-old recipe.
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 2023.
Winner of the Luxury Castle Hotel (Europe) Award at the prestigious World Luxury Awards 2021, you'll want to make sure Killeavy Castle is on your radar. It’s the ideal place to escape and unwind, located just 10 minutes outside Newry.
Do something different in 2023 and make this the year you head underground, to the infamous Marble Arch Caves! There's a new lighting display to enjoy in the show caves, installed at the end of 2022, so even those who have been before will find the experience spectacular.
Join award-winning chef Rob Curley for a once-per-month fine-dining extravaganza as he guides you through a meal made with only the best ingredients, all sourced from the Slemish Market Garden and surrounding areas. This is a pop-up culinary experience hosted in alternating venues around Northern Ireland.
Art, craft and history blend together at Shortcross Distillery, to create an unforgettable experience on the beautiful grounds of Rademon Estate. Join founders Fiona and David to learn about their award-winning gin, which also happens to be Northern Ireland’s first craft gin.
The Old Inn in Crawfordsburn is like a home away from home, except with the addition of a brand new Treetop Spa! So take some time out for yourself in 2023, and make for this haven of tranquility and relaxation, which is exclusive for hotel residents only.
Here you'll find the largest collection of ducks, geese and swans in Northern Ireland, as well as a gallery, café, woodland walks, sensory garden, events and activities, free parking, and a picnic area.
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Northern Ireland Bucket List
In 2023 we are inviting you to embrace our giant spirit and awaken your own.
Whether it’s your first time here, you’re on a return visit or you’re a local wanting to explore more of what’s around you, we have all bases covered. Our bucket list rounds up some of the best experiences you'll find in NI, including the winners of the Giant Spirit Awards 2022 and new Embrace a Giant Spirit experiences to explore and try out!
Lookout for the newly updated Titanic Belfast galleries (coming Spring 2023), the new dynamic lighting in the show caves at Marble Arch Caves, an outdoor treetop spa at The Old Inn in Crawfordsburn, plus the re-opening of Castle Espie – there's lots to tick off the list!
And while you’re ticking those off your bucket list, why not make a weekend of it and book a short break? Take a look at our accommodation section for inspiration.
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