Giant's Causeway

About

Rising out of the Atlantic coastline on Northern Ireland’s north shore, the Giant’s Causeway is a place where nature, history and legend meet. Within easy reach of Belfast, Derry~Londonderry and even Dublin, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is unforgettable.

What Makes the Giant’s Causeway Special

Created by volcanic activity more than 60 million years ago, the Giant’s Causeway is made up of around 40,000 perfectly formed basalt columns. These striking hexagonal stones inspired the legend of Finn McCool, the giant who is said to have built the Causeway as a path to Scotland. Visitors today can walk across the famous stones, explore the rugged coastal paths and enjoy views that stretch across the sea towards Scotland on a clear day.

The Visitor Experience

A trip to the Giant’s Causeway is more than just seeing the stones. The Visitor Experience includes guided tours led by expert storytellers, audio guides in 11 languages, interactive exhibition spaces, a shop and café, and full use of on-site facilities. Accessibility is built in, with equipment available to borrow and a shuttle bus operated by Translink to help visitors reach the stones.

There are a total of 4 walking trails at the Giants Causeway - the Blue, Red, Green and Yellow trails. The Blue route is the shortest and begins at the Visitor Centre and continues for about 20 minutes before reaching the main part of the Causeway. The distance until the very end of the trail is 0.8 miles where you will see the Giant's Boot.

Booking your Visit

The Giant’s Causeway is one of Northern Ireland’s most popular attractions, drawing visitors all year round.

For the best rates, pre-book your Visitor Experience tickets in advance via the official Giant's Causeway website. Pre-booking in advance helps the team to prepare for your arrival and to spread visitor numbers more evenly throughout the day, improving everyone's experience overall.

National Trust Members and Local Pass Holder gain free access, however pre-booking is strongly recommended for everyone.

For the most up-to-date ticket price information, please visit the official Giant's Causeway website.

Causeway Coast Way Car Park at Innisfree Farm, 60 Causeway Road is available for parking at £12 per vehicle for walkers to access the network of coastal paths. This is payable via the JustPark app, which can be downloaded from Google Play and App Store. National Trust Members can park for free by entering their membership number on the app. JustPark Location ID: 77819

Campervan Guidance and Park and Ride

Campervans and motorhomes are welcome. There are designated spaces available for campervans that fit in a standard car parking space (4.8m x 2.25m), which are reserved for Visitor Experience ticket holders and National Trust Members. 

Got a bigger campervan? The Park and Ride facility in Dundarave Car Park in Bushmills village can accommodate campervans of a larger size. Here, you can arrive at your leisure and save on your Visitor Experience tickets by purchasing a 'Green Ticket' from the Bushmills Visitor Information Centre, allowing you to park, and travel to and from the Giant's Causeway via a local bus service operated by Translink. The Green Ticket includes your bus fare and admission into the Visitor Experience. Before heading home, be sure to take a stroll through Bushmills village and explore the local offering!

Accessibility and Shuttle Service

The Giant’s Causeway is committed to being accessible for all visitors. An accessible Shuttle Bus, operated by Translink, runs between the Visitor Centre and the Grand Causeway, providing easy access to those who may not be able to walk the distance. There is a seperate charge of £1 / 1.20 Euro for use of this service. This service is wheelchair-friendly, accepts cash and card payments, and is free for National Trust Members on presentation of their membership card.

The Clifftop Experience

For those who want to see the Giant’s Causeway from a new perspective, the Clifftop Experience is a fully guided five-mile hike from Dunseverick Castle to the stones. Led by knowledgeable guides from Away A Wee Walk, this route offers breathtaking views of the Causeway Coast and stories about the history, geology and folklore of the area.

The Clifftop Experience runs daily from March - October, and runs on weekends only from November - February. Pre-booking is essential 72 hours in advance of your visit. Tours require a minimum of at least 2 people.