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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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Sperrin Alpacas

Omagh

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61a Camcosy Road, Drumlea, Omagh, County Tyrone, BT79 7SF

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07513 501666

siobhancahillmccrory@gmail.com

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A unique alpaca trekking and crafts experience in the stunning scenery of Central Sperrins

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CabtoursNI.com

Belfast

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Fisherwick Place, Great Victoria Street, Belfast, Co Antrim, BT1 6DY

bobby@cabtoursni.com

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Sightseeing

On a tour you will visit the Falls Road and Shankill Road where you will learn of the history of conflict between the two communities and witness the Peaceline wall which divides the two. Our enthusiastic and knowledgeable guides.

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City Sightseeing Derry - Giant's Causeway Tour

Derry/Londonderry

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8c Ballougry Road, Derry/Londonderry, County Londonderry, BT48 9XJ

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+44 (0) 28 7151 1690

info@citysightseeingderry.com

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Sightseeing

Tours suspended. City sightseeing tours Derry are an award winning company. We are world host approved ambassadors of Derry city and are a World Host approved business. This year our team were awarded the Trip Advisors Certificate of excellence.

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Exclusive NI Tours

Broughshane

Address

91 Knowehead Road, Broughshane, County Antrim, BT43 7JD

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+44 (0) 28 2586 1128

exclusivenitours@gmail.com

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We provide luxury XJ Jaguars and Range Rovers for bespoke tours throughout Northern Ireland or transfer to Dublin and beyond.

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The GI Trail

Kilkeel

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The Nautilus Centre, Kilkeel, Co Down, BT34 4AX

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+44 (0) 28 4176 2525

gitrail.ni@gmail.com

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Sightseeing

The GI Trail, a Heritage Lottery Funded project aims to map out all the sites at which the American GIs were based in Northern Ireland during The Second World War.

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Cutting Edge Helicopters

Eglinton

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City Of Derry Airport, Eglinton, County Londonderry, BT47 3GY

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+44 (0) 28 7181 2555

info@cuttingedgehelicopters.com

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Sightseeing

Check out the beautiful scenery from a dizzying new perspective! Cutting Edge Helicopter, situated at the City of Derry Airport, offers the experience of a lifetime in with the choice of various custom charters. The stunning views from above give…

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Hands-On Belleek

Belleek

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3 Main Street, Belleek, County Fermanagh, BT93 3FY

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+44 (0) 28 6865 8501

takethetour@belleek.ie

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When you step into the world of Belleek Pottery you enter one of Northern Ireland’s oldest and most fascinating attractions. Unique pieces are made using traditional methods passed down from generation to generation, which you'll learn about on a…

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Ring of Gullion Coach Tours

Crossmaglen

Address

Crossmaglen Community Centre, O'Fiaich Square, Crossmaglen, Armargh, BT35 9AA

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 3082 8590

info@ringofgullion.org

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Coach Tour

With the hazy, lazy days of the summer to look forward to; it’s time to look at getting out and about discovering areas of this great land. Have you heard of the Ring of Gullion, but don’t know much about it?

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Roadtrip Ireland

Belfast

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Belfast, County Antrim

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+44 (0) 7901 134374

info@RoadTripIreland.co.uk

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Guided Tour

We provide personal pre-determined and bespoke tours of Belfast and the north coast of Ireland. World renowned sites to visit include the Giant's Causeway, Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge, Titanic Belfast, Game of Thrones filming locations and the…

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Rathlin Walking Tours

Coleraine

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33 Wheatfield Gardens, Coleraine, County Londonderry, BT51 3RH

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+44 (0) 7745 566 924

paul.quinn33@hotmail.co.uk

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Planning a visit to Rathlin Island? Interested in walking or birdwatching? Why not join Paul Quinn, an experienced walking guide, who can guide you round the beautiful sights and sounds of Rathlin. You can walk for an hour plus or up to a day.

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Wee Toast Tours

Belfast

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Spencer House, 65-67 Royal Avenue, Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 1FE

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+44 (0)28 9593 1763

info@weetoasttours.com

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Travel in style and experience the Belfast landmarks in a completely different way. Raise a toast with your companions as you travel. Cycle to our locals for a pint and experience our world famous pubs.

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Flat Cap Adventurers

Bushmills

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5 Castlecat Road, Bushmills, County Antrim, BT57 8QX

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+44 (0) 7450 220 146

adam@flatcapadventurers.com

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Rally & Off Road 4x4 schools

Flat Cap Adventurers provide 4x4 experiences for anyone to enjoy.

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Discover the Old Gaol of Down

Downpatrick

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County Down Museum, The Mall, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 6AH

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+44 (0) 28 4461 5218

mail@downcountymuseum.com

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Historical Tours

Discover the old Goal of Down, 1796-1830, Find out about its prisoners. Investigate 1798 and Thomas Russell. Follow the story of transportation to Australia. Explore the story with an expert guide.

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Belfast Music Bus Tour

Belfast

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Oh Yeah Music Centre, 15-21 Gordon Street, Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 2LG

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+44 (0) 28 9031 0845

hannah@ohyeahbelfast.com

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Arts and Culture tours

Experience Belfast's vibrant music scene with the Belfast Music Bus Tour, celebrating its UNESCO City of Music status.

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Causeway Coast Tours

Coleraine

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23 Knocklynn Park, Coleraine, County Londonderry, BT52 1WB

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+44 (0) 7850 334 580

info@causewaycoasttours.com

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Sightseeing

Our Causeway Coast Photo Tour gives you the opportunity to view this world-renowned coastline while learning about landscape photography under the guidance of a professional photographer as well as delving into the history and the folklore.

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The Mystic of the East - Van Morrison Trail

Belfast

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Avalon House, 278-280 Newtownards Road, Belfast, Co Antrim, BT4 1HE

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+44 (0) 28 9045 1900

visitorcentre@eastsidepartnership.com

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Self-guided tour

The Van Morrison Trail will take you on a journey through the east Belfast of Van's youth. The Trail is a wonderful opportunity for you to visit some of the places that Morrison knew as a child growing up.

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Giant's Causeway Tour from Belfast

Belfast

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Visit Belfast, 9 Donegall Square North, Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 5GJ

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+44 (0) 0353 1 868 4101

bookings@finnmccoolstours.com

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Sightseeing

We give you longer at the awe-inspiring Carricka-Rede rope bridge and the breathtaking Giant's Causeway than any other bus tour companies. We also include a extra stops in our itinerary such as Dunluce Castle and The Dark Hedges.

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Causeway Coast & Glens by Motorcycle

Coleraine

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Nutt Travel, 15 Sperrin Business Park, Coleraine, County Londonderry, BT52 2DH

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 7035 1199

info@nutttravel.com

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Sightseeing

Pack your Motorcycle and sail the Irish Sea on a variety of new stylish, spacious ships and discover the many hidden gems that the Causeway Coast & Glens have to offer.

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Open Road Skies Cycling Tours

Downpatrick

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Downpatrick, Co Down

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Sightseeing

Our historical guided tour around Northern Ireland follows in the footsteps of St Patrick; stopping in Downpatrick and Armagh, cycling past Slemish in the Glens of Antrim, and visiting iconic places such as The Giant's Causeway and Belfast.

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Ella Mor Outdoor Adventures - Causeway Coast Experiences

Limavady

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Limavady, Country Londonderry, BT49 0TW

Telephone
+44 (0) 7793 542 468

info@ellamor.co.uk

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Guided Tour

Embrace the natural beauty of the Causeway Coast and Glens in the company of qualified local guide, and owner of Ella Mor Outdoor Adventures, Heather Nicholl. Growing up exploring this magical playground, Heather loves to share her childhood…

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