Top Belfast Day Trips

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Giant's Causeway on this full-day tour from Belfast. Traveling on a coach with extra legroom, you can admire the scenic landscapes and see sites such as Dunluce Castle, the Dark Hedges, Bushmills Whiskey Distillery, and Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge. Any entrance fees are at your own expense.

Discover the magic of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Giant’s Causeway on a full-day trip from Belfast. Accompanied by a guide, travel by luxury coach through Northern Ireland’s spectacular countryside. Then arrive at the Giant’s Causeway and discover its natural beauty, as well as the Carrickfergus Castle, the Dark Hedges, and the Caves of Cushendun.

See the magical location where the hit fantasy drama ‘Game of Thrones’ is filmed on a full-day tour of the UNESCO-listed Giant’s Causeway from Belfast. Accompanied by a knowledgeable local guide, visit key filming locations while listening to inside gossip about popular characters. Ride through the atmospheric, tree-shrouded Dark Hedges Road and marvel at the mystifying rock formations of the Giant’s Causeway.

When your cruise ship docks in Belfast, enjoy this exciting shore excursion to the Giants Causeway. Cruise up the coast in a comfortable smaller-sized coach, enjoying the rugged coastline, and then experiencing the Giants Causeway before making pitstops at Dunluce castle, Carrick-a- Rede rope bridge and lunch in the village of Ballycastle.

The Giant’s Causeway is one of the most popular natural wonders in Northern Ireland and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With this tour, get more out of your time in Belfast, by traveling along the entire Antrim Coastal Road and seeing a variety of top landmarks along the way, rather than just the Giant’s Causeway. Highlights include the Carrick-a-Rede Road Bridge, Carrickfergus Castle, and filming sites from “Game of Thrones”.

Make the most of your limited time in Northern Ireland on a full day tour, and explore three of the top attractions. Discover the story of the Titanic with an immersive experience at the Titanic Museum, marvel at the wild and beautiful Giant’s Causeway, and walk through the centuries-old Dark Hedges. Enjoy live commentary from your guide and round-trip transportation from Belfast.

Maximize time while docked in Belfast with this full-day shore excursion. Explore beyond the city to see a few of Northern Ireland’s top attractions including Giant’s Causeway, the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, and Carrickfergus Castle. Pick-up and drop-off at the dock in Belfast are included.

Delve into the fascinating history of the Titanic at Titanic Belfast, the world’s largest Titanic exhibition, on a self-guided tour of the magnificent visitor experience. Explore the institution at your own pace in order to discover insightful exhibits detailing the construction, voyage, and legacy of the infamous ship. Enjoy interactive displays; watch audiovisual presentations; and feel your adrenaline levels surge during an exhilarating Shipyard Ride. Receive complimentary entry to the SS Nomadic with your Titanic Belfast ticket.

Check out Northern Ireland's must-see sights on a day-long shore excursion. Start at the UNESCO-listed Giant's Causeway with its thousands of basalt rock columns. Learn about Irish whiskey at Bushmills Distillery before heading to the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, which connects the mainland to a tiny island. Spend time at the Dark Hedges, a tunnel of beech trees that was featured in Game of Thrones, before ending with a city tour of Belfast.

A convenient option for time-tight travelers who want to see as much of Northern Ireland as possible in a single day, this tour encompasses the country’s highlights as well as some lesser-known sights. Explore Belfast city with a guide and travel along the Antrim Coast, stopping at the Giant’s Causeway, Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, and the waterfalls of Glenariff Nature Reserve without the hassle of navigation.

Explore one of Northern Ireland’s most famous natural treasures on this guided tour of Giant’s Causeway from Belfast. Travel into rural Northern Ireland as your guide sheds light on the region’s rich heritage and geology. Take in panoramic views along Antrim’s winding coastal roads, and discover top sites of interest including the Dunluce Castle and the Carrick-A-Rede Rope Bridge. On arrival at the UNESCO–listed Giant’s Causeway, spend two hours exploring at your leisure. Then, enjoy a short stop in Carnlough on route back to Belfast.

Delve into the beautiful Northern Irish countryside—and don’t worry about planning the logistics yourself—on this seamless, full-day tour from Belfast. Board your air-conditioned coach in the morning, and leave the city behind. Visit the Dark Hedges (which served as a 'Game of Thrones' filming location), the UNESCO-listed Giant’s Causeway, and more. As you go, learn more about the sights from your guide.

Explore historic Belfast in an open-top double-decker bus on this hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour.  With your 1- or 2-day pass, create your own adventure with possible stops at wall murals in Falls and Crumlin Roads, St George's Market, Titanic Dock, and Albert Clock. Enjoy unobstructed views, colorful onboard commentary, and a personalized itinerary.

The Giant's Causeway is Northern Ireland’s only UNESCO World Heritage site and the natural wonder makes a popular choice for a day trip, located along the scenic Antrim Coast Road. This full-day tour from Belfast makes it possible to maximize your time, combining a tour of the Giant's Causeway with visits to nearby attractions such as Carrickfergus Castle and Dunluce Castle.

There are many 'Game of Thrones' tours available, but this one has the appeal of being led by guides who have appeared in the show as extras. Trek along the wild sea cliffs and rocky beaches that starred in the GoT and see how the scenes were brought to life by watching VFX breakdowns on tablets.

Swap crowded buses for a more intimate and personalized way of exploring Belfast—a private taxi tour. Learn about "The Troubles" that divided the city, and see its famous murals up close; including the Peace Wall, where you can sign your name. During the tour, find out about 800 years of history, and have the chance to visit the Memorial Gardens too.

Spend your time in port wisely with a day-trip to Ireland's North Coast. Meet your driver at Belfast Cruise Terminal for a scenic journey up Ireland's Causeway Coast, known for its coastal cliffs, exquisite views and unique geological formations―including the Giant's Causeway, thousands of columns of layered basalt believed to have resulted from volcanic eruptions. Enjoy some exploring, then head out to see the precariously perched ruins of Dunluce Castle (and learn about its tumultuous past). Afterward return to Belfast for a bit of sightseeing before reboarding your cruise ship.

Cruise passengers whose journey includes a stop at Belfast Port—this is the tour for you. Make the most of limited time by going on a trip to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed natural wonder of the Giant’s Causeway. Instead of worrying about organizing car hire, the tour includes round-trip transportation to fit in with your cruise schedule. As well as the Giant’s Causeway, other highlights include Dunluce Castle, the Antrim Coast Road, and Portaneevy viewpoint.

Make your own way through Belfast with a 1– or 2–day hop-on hop-off bus tour. On board, you can listen to commentary to learn more about what you’re seeing, or gaze at the scenery. When something catches your eye, get off and explore local landmarks independently. With over 20 stops throughout the city, this bus pass allows you to maximize your time in Belfast.

Learn about recent history and political struggles in Belfast during a walking tour of the city center. Meet your guide and set out on a city stroll that includes top landmarks such as the Cathedral Quarter, City Hall, and Ann Street. Hear stories about important events during the period of history known as The Troubles and gain a fresh perspective on Belfast and Northern Ireland.

See several filming locations from Game of Thrones on this full-day tour from Belfast. Learn about insider stories from guides who worked as extras on the popular HBO series. Visit Old Castle Ward, location of the Winterfell Castle from season 1. See an old-growth forest, medieval ruins, landmarks like Inch Abbey, and go for a scenic ferry ride on Strangford Lough.

Explore Belfast and the surrounding area on your own terms in the comfort of a chauffeur-driven luxury vehicle. Your driver will pick you up at your hotel, cruise port, ore even the airport and take you on a tour of your choosing. Just some of the options include heading out to the coast to visit the Giant's Causeway or staying in town for a political tour of the Northern Irish capital.

Travel into the seven kingdoms with this exciting Game of Thrones-themed tour from Belfast. See where many pivotal Got scenes were shot, as you view magical landscapes. Get dazzled by the Giant's Causeway, explore the Cushendun Caves, 400-million-year-old caves often used in the show. You don't have to be an avid Game of Thrones viewer to love this tour, as the nature and culture you'll see along the way will be dazzling.