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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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Touring Around Belfast

Belfast

Address

Belfast, County Antrim, BT15 4FY

Telephone
+44 (0) 7798 602 401

billy@touringaroundbelfast.com

Price
Price £20.00 to £50.00 Activity

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Taxi Tours

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…

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025Open 09:00 - 17:00

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Price £20.00 to £50.00 Activity

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Cavehill Walking Tours

Belfast

Address

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

Telephone
+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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Montalto Estate - Gardens Reawakened

Ballynahinch

Address

Spa Road, Ballynahinch, County Down, BT24 8PT

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 9756 6100

info@montaltoestate.com

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Self-guided tour

The wealth of gardens at Montalto Estate are a joy to visit any time of the year.

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The Seamus Heaney HomePlace Experience

Bellaghy

Address

45 Main Street, Bellaghy, County Londonderry, BT45 8HT

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 7938 7444

seamusheaneyhome@midulstercouncil.org

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Arts and Culture tours

Step into the Seamus Heaney HomePlace, and discover the world-renowned poet in his beloved hometown. Journey through the life and works of this literary giant, greatly valued worldwide for his decency and humility, and experience the place, the…

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Worlds Within Wardrobes: A Literary Odyssey

Belfast

Address

Outside Jack Coffee Bar, 402 Newtownards Road, Belfast, County Antrim, BT4 1HU

Telephone
+44 (0) 7900 988 886

l.spence@hiddenulstertours.com

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Walking Tour

Join a professional guide on a tour of the East Belfast of the author’s childhood.

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Erne Water Taxi

Enniskillen

Address

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

Telephone
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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Accessibility
- Ramp / Level Access
Beer Masterclass

Derry~Londonderry

Address

Ebrington Square, Derry~Londonderry, County Londonderry, BT47 6FA

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 7134 3336

info@walledcitybrewery.com

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Price £20.00 Activity

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Brewery/Distillery Tour

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…

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Poetry and Prayers - A Monastic Trail

Randalstown

Address

17 Main Street, Randalstown, County Antrim, BT41 3AB

Telephone
+44 (0) 7784 352 832

christinedoherty945@gmail.com

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Walking Tour

From saints and sacred rivers to monks and high stone crosses, you’ll learn the full story of the land and its people on this spiritual journey. Poetry, prayer and contemplation will feature heavily as you make your way around the lough.

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Giant Tours Ireland

Ballycastle

Address

North Street, Ballycastle, County Antrim, BT54 6BW

Telephone
+44 (0) 7555 665 900

flip@gianttoursireland.com

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GoT Guided Tours

Visit off-the-beaten-track filming locations from Game of Thrones® in the company of a real expert.

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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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Belfast City Bike Tours and Bike Hire

Belfast

Address

Norm's Bikes, Smithfield Marketplace, Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 1JE

Telephone
+44 (0) 7780 496 969

info@belfastcitybiketours.com

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Price £30.00 Activity

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Sightseeing

Embark on an exciting three-hour bicycle tour of the city of Belfast, suitable for all group sizes.

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Price £30.00 Activity

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Cranfield Alpacas Experience

Kilkeel

Address

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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A Taste of Castle Ward

Strangford

Address

Castle Ward, Park Road, Strangford, County Down, BT30 7BA

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 4488 1204

sarah.burch@nationaltrust.org.uk

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Guided Tour

If all nature is a larder, then the shelves at Castle Ward are especially well-stocked. Join expert forager Clare McQuillan on a walk through the National Trust's Castle Ward estate to explore its seasonal abundance of wild food. It’s a magical…

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Blue Plaques of the Maiden City

Derry~Londonderry

Address

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

Telephone
+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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Delve Into The Deep

Enniskillen

Address

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

Telephone
+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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Hillsborough Castle and Gardens - Guided Tour of Gardens

Royal Hillsborough

Address

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

Telephone
+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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Giant Shipwrecks of the North Coast

Portstewart

Address

Aquaholics, 14 Portmore Road, Portstewart, County Londonderry, BT55 7BE

Telephone
+44 (0) 2870 832 584

info@aquaholics.co.uk

Price
Price £84.00 Per Ticket

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Boat Tours

Jump aboard for a fascinating voyage towards Rathlin Island and along the Causeway Coast searching for historic shipwrecks.
On your voyage, you'll visit the place where Spanish Armada vessel La Girona went down, as well as the wartime wreck sites…

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Price £84.00 Per Ticket

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Discover Beaghmore Experience

Cookstown

Address

62-64 Blackrock Road, Cookstown, County Tyrone, BT80 9PA

Telephone
+44 (0) 7566 211 337

experience@embrace.tours

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Historical Tours

To this beautiful place, the stone circles of Beaghmore add another dimension. A magical one.

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Parking & Transport
- On site parking
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Irish FA Tours

Belfast

Address

Donegall Avenue, Belfast, County Antrim, BT12 6LW

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 9066 9458

tours@irishfa.com

Price
Price £6.50 to £10.00 Activity

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Guided Tour

Irish FA Tours offer a special treat for all football fans with a behind-the-scenes visit to the National Football Stadium at Windsor Park.
Relive great football memories at Windsor Park and remember the drama, both on and off the pitch, before…

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Price £6.50 to £10.00 Activity

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Stars and Stones Experience

Cookstown

Address

Davagh Road, Cookstown, County Tyrone, BT79 8JQ

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 8676 0681

omdarksky@midulstercouncil.org

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Guided Tour

Boasting the darkest sky in the heart of ancient Ulster, you can spend the evening and night at the foothills of the Sperrin Mountains, by the edge of Davagh Forest and the Beaghmore Stone Circles. Wrap yourself in a blanket of stars overhead and…

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