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Explore Northern Ireland: Top Tours & Outdoor Excursions

Whether you’re drawn to dramatic coastlines, literary heritage, or thrilling Game of Thrones® filming locations, Northern Ireland offers unforgettable tour experiences for every traveller. From Ulsterbus day trips that whisk you to iconic landmarks like the Giant’s Causeway and Dunluce Castle, to immersive walking tours of Seamus Heaney’s homeland, food tours in Enniskillen, and city bike adventures in Belfast—there’s a perfect excursion for every mood and interest. Dive in, discover, and plan your next great outdoor adventure.

Wildlife, History & Hidden Gems: Touring the Ards Peninsula

On Northern Ireland’s east coast, the Ards Peninsula lies in the glinting waters of the Irish Sea and Strangford Lough. Not surprisingly, its miles and miles of coastline make it a very desirable residence for seabirds and wildlife of all kinds. Two-legged visitors are also entranced by its charms.

Life here happens at a slower pace. That’s excellent news for those who want to find out more about it. It means the locals have all the time in the world to fill you in on the pretty villages, abbeys, castles and curious characters who’ve made it what it is today. And when that local is an actual tour guide too, even better.

Sustainable Journeys Ireland take you into all the nooks and crannies. Follow St. Patrick’s Trail, meet some of the 2,000 different species living around Strangford Lough and walk away feeling like a friend.

Explore Seamus Heaney’s HomePlace and the Landscape That Inspired Him

Step into Seamus Heaney’s HomePlace and be inspired by a journey through the life and literature of one of Ireland’s greatest writers. Visit the stunning interactive exhibition, packed with hundreds of personal stories, photographs and artefacts. Discover the people who inspired him, and explore the places of his childhood and formative years. Learn the intricacies of the words, rhythm and rhyme which have made Seamus Heaney the most widely published poet in the English language. (Winner of Most Innovative Business (Large) at the Giant Spirit Awards 2022).

Continue your Heaney experience, at the award-winning Laurel Villa Townhouse in Magherafelt, Ireland's only poetry guesthouse. See the Seamus Heaney Exhibition here, before you head off to take in the sights and sounds of South Derry that inspired the Nobel Laureate’s work. And look out for the Turf Man, a life-size tribute to ‘Digging’, possibly his most famous and best-loved poem.

Taste Your Way Through Enniskillen: A Guided Foodie Walking Tour

An experience so good you can taste it? Absolutely. Separating Upper and Lower Lough Erne, Enniskillen is the perfect setting for a food tour with a difference. Here, you start with a guided walking tour, pit-stopping along the way to try the deliciously seasonal fare from local food producers and foodie businesses. There may be the odd drink involved, so it’s best not to be a driver for the day.

See Belfast by Bike: A Fun and Scenic City Tour on Two Wheels

Belfast is a small city with a big heart. So what better way to get around it than by bike? If you’re new to the city, it’s a great way to get to know it. Along the way, you’ll take in the historic Cathedral Quarter, the Titanic Quarter, the University, St. George’s Market and more. With lots of chances for sight-seeing and breaks along the way.

Walk the Walled City: Guided Tours of Derry~Londonderry’s History & Culture

Behind the walls of Derry-Londonderry is a city best experienced on foot – or bike at a push. And, thankfully, there are plenty of tours on offer to make sure you don’t miss the best bits. Try a 5* walking tour with Martin McCrossan City Tours. A ‘Free Derry Tour’ for those interested in the city’s turbulent history.

Discover Myths and Monuments with Foyle Trails

Or join a guided tour with Foyle Trails, where history, legend, and landscape come together in unforgettable ways. These guided journeys take you into the wild, unspoiled countryside - rich in ancient folklore and archaeological wonders.

Walk among giants’ graves, marvel at mysterious stone circles, and stand beneath fairy trees said to hold centuries of stories. Whether you're a history enthusiast, nature lover, or simply curious about the hidden tales of Northern Ireland’s northwest, Foyle Trails offers a deeper connection to the land and its legends.

Explore the Giant’s Causeway and Northern Ireland’s Iconic Coastal Attractions

Speaking of giants, no trip to Northern Ireland would be complete without a visit to one of our own. Among the many staggering views you’ll see here, this is also in a class of its own.

The world-famous Giant’s Causeway is Northern Ireland’s only World Heritage Site. The result of cooling lava, the 40,000 basalt columns now form some distinct features – The Giant’s Boot and the Chimney Stacks, for example.

Depending on the tour you choose, you may also get to visit clifftop Dunluce Castle, Old Bushmills Whiskey Distillery and walk across the dramatic, and possibly ‘out of your comfort zone’, Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge. Just think of the selfies.

Game of Thrones® Filming Locations Tour: Explore Northern Ireland’s Epic Seven Kingdoms

For scenery and story-telling Game of Thrones® really did nail it all. Though, they are two things Northern Ireland does pretty well too, so if you want to see where they overlap, join a Games of Thrones ® tour.

McCombs are the company who transported the cast and crew to filming in Seasons 1-5. So they should know the lay of the land. They’ll transport you to the ‘Kingsroad’ aka Dark Hedges. There are some cool glamping pods nearby if you’re planning a return trip.

Among other locations, you’ll visit Ballycastle, the native home of Lady Catelyn Stark and Varys. Cushenden where Melisandre gave birth to the shadow creature. And Larrybane where Renly swears to avenge Ned's death, but - spoiler alert - meets his end. If you’re a fan of fans, climb aboard with the rest. Of, if you prefer, you can make it a private tour.

This is just a flavour of where your Northern Ireland trip can take you. There are always more places to go and new things to see. Thankfully, being Northern Ireland, they are never any great distance away.

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Taste and Tour NI

Belfast

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Belfast & Holywood, Belfast, County Antrim, BT5 5AD

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+44 (0) 28 9045 7723

hello@tasteandtour.co.uk

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Enjoy the multi award-winning Belfast Food Tour or choose from a variety of other tours including Sensorium, an interactive sensory cocktail experience, as well as bespoke private tours and corporate experiences.
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Foodie City Cycle

Derry~Londonderry

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St Columb’s Park House, 4 Limavady Road, Derry~Londonderry, County Londonderry, BT47 6JY

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+44 (0) 7775 911 198

hello@farandwild.co.uk

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Tuck into some of the leading foodie highlights on your guided spin with Far and Wild.

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Lagan Legends Walking Tour

Belfast

Address

Donegall Quay, Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 3NG

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+44 (0) 7563 167 521

info@belfastmictours.com

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Price £20.00 Per person per day

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Walking Tour

Take a guided walk through one of the most historic maritime areas in the world, home to the World-Famous Harland & Wolff shipyard.

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Xhale: Awaken Your Senses

Newry

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St. Moninna Park, Killeavy, Newry, County Down, BT35 8SL

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+44 (0) 7816 835 147

ann@xhale.biz

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Guided Tour

Deepen your Mindfulness Practice through forest bathing in the magic of the Ring of Gullion.

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Wild Atlantic Distillery Gin School & Distillery Tour

Castlederg

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Trienamongan Road, Castlederg, County Tyrone, BT81 7XF

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+44 (0) 28 9600 2525

Info@wildatlanticdistillery.ie

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Food & Drink Courses

The Wild Atlantic Distillery is an award-winning whiskey, gin and vodka distillery based in County Tyrone, drawing inspiration from the spectacular rugged coastline.

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Blue Plaques of the Maiden City

Derry~Londonderry

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1 Caw Hill Park, Derry~Londonderry, County Londonderry, BT47 6LU

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+44 (0) 7799 693 789

david@derriedanders.co.uk

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Walking Tour

Combine sight-seeing and history on a fascinating guided stroll through the streets of Derry~Londonderry. The route of this unique, guided tour links the blue plaques of Derry~Londonderry and is the perfect way to get a handle on the heritage and…

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The Ritual Landscapes of West Tyrone

Omagh

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An Creagán, 186 Barony Road, Omagh, County Tyrone, BT78 5QU

martin839@btinternet.com

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Historical Tours

Explore ancient ritual sites and habitats in West Tyrone with a qualified landscape guide and ecologist. Join Martin Bradley on a visit to sites that were sacred in Bronze and Iron Age Ireland; to the tombs and standing stones, the quaking bogs,…

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Crindle Bespoke

Limavady

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6b Carrowclare Road, Limavady, County Londonderry, BT49 9ED

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+44 (0)7738 516 106

crindlebespoke@outlook.com

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Tailor-made Tours

Uncover tailored equestrian experiences with the Patterson Family, along Ireland's North Coast. Explore coastlines, venture off the beaten track with private estate experiences, enhanced by local collaborations like whisky tasting and beach dining.

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Belfast Traditional Music Trail

Belfast

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20 Cooke Street, Ormeau Road, Belfast, County Antrim, BT7 2EP

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+44 (0) 28 9028 8818

claire@androichead.com

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Sightseeing

Belfast Traditional Music Trail is a unique way to experience Irish music. With two musicians as your guides, at each stop you will be treated to a performance of traditional tunes, songs and stories which make up your own personal ‘session’.

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Cavehill Walking Tours

Belfast

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Experience and Explore, Belfast Castle, Antrim Road, Belfast, County Antrim, BT15 5GR

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+44(0) 7785 738 861

rodneyferguson@btinternet.com

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Walking Tour

Stone age warriors, ancient kings and quite a few cats. This is a tour packed with surprises. Situated high above Belfast, Cave Hill is visible across the city. Named for the five caves located on the side of the cliffs, it is rich in natural,…

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Erne Water Taxi

Enniskillen

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Enniskillen Castle Museums Jetty, Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, BT74 7HL

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07719770588

info@ernewatertaxi.com

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Boat Tours

See Lough Erne your way with Erne Water Taxi's chauffeur driven boats. Travel in the comfort of our covered 8- seater boat, complete with cab, without having to worry about the driving. Your tour guide will help you explore the history of Lough Erne.

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Hillsborough Castle and Gardens - Guided Tour of Gardens

Royal Hillsborough

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

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+44 (0) 333 320 6000

info@hrp.org.uk

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Historical Tours

As a current Royal Residence, Hillsborough Castle showcases beautiful rooms and glorious gardens and gives an intimate glimpse behind the scenes into the personal living quarters of a working royal household. But there is more here than meets the…

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Men of the Mournes

Warrenpoint

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56 Burren Road, Warrenpoint, County Down, BT34 3SA

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+44 (0) 7974768831

peter@walkthemournes.com

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Historical Tours

Join expert mountain guide Peter Rafferty as he stretches your imagination - and your legs - as you discover the sights and sounds of this special mountain range.

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Delve Into The Deep

Enniskillen

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Marlbank Road, Florencecourt, Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, BT92 1EW

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+44 (0) 28 6632 1815

Mac@fermanaghomagh.com

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Guided Tour

Delve deep into a world 340 million years in the making and marvel as you are guided through the depths of the natural world of the Marble Arch Caves.

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Lough Neagh Stories

Magherafelt

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Millrace Drive, Moneymore, Magherafelt, County Londonderry, BT45 7TJ

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+44 (0)7900 872 169

info@loughneaghsstories.com

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Boat Tours

Experience the biggest lake in Ireland and Britain and Ireland in the company of a real fisherman.

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Belfast Food Tour

Belfast

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Taste and Tour NI, Portview Trade Centre, Belfast, County Antrim, BT4 1HE

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+44 (0) 28 9045 7723

hello@tasteandtour.co.uk

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Walking Tour

Discover the real Belfast – one bite at a time. This tour takes you down quiet streets and into hidden corners - “off the eaten track” - to meet inventive locals making world-beating products.

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Walking the Edge

Islandmagee

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The Gobbins Visitor Centre, 68 Middle Road, Islandmagee, County Antrim, BT40 3SL

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+44 (0) 28 9337 2318

info@thegobbinscliffpath.com

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Sightseeing

Step out and find yourself between earth, sea and sky on the thrilling Gobbins Experience, where nature isn’t content to sit back and be admired. It completely engulfs you: from the all-enveloping Irish Sea winds and the dolphins dancing off the…

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Cranfield Alpacas Experience

Kilkeel

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35-37 Cranfield Road, Kilkeel, County Down, BT34 4LJ

Telephone
+44 (0) 7568 537 779

enquiries@cranfieldalpacas.com

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Guided Tour

Feel the stresses and strains of daily life vanish in the presence of beautiful animals and majestic scenery of the Mourne Mountains.

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Lead the Way Tour Experience

Carrickfergus

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Marine Highway, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7BG

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+44 (0) 7916 780 474

leadthewaytourcarrickfergus@gmail.com

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Price £10.00 Activity

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Discover what life was like in Carrickfergus during the Second World War (1939-45) on a guided walking tour with Adrian Hack of Lead The Way Tour. Using contemporary photographs and historical artefacts you'll learn how the war affected the everyday…

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- Parking (free)
Hill of The O’Neill & Ranfurly House Experience

Dungannon

Address

Market Square, Dungannon, County Tyrone, BT70 1AB

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 8772 8600

ranfurly@midulstercouncil.org

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Historical Tours

Explore a special place at the very heart of old Gaelic Ulster. The O’Neill was the head of one of Ireland’s most powerful dynasties. This was a family which could number two high kings among its members – and claimed descent from the legendary…

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