Top Belfast Shore Excursions

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Giant's Causeway is Northern Ireland’s most visited natural wonder and only UNESCO World Heritage site. On this shore excursion, maximize your time in Belfast and head straight to the Giant’s Causeway in order to arrive before the crowds. Also included are photo stops at the Carrick-A-Rede Rope Bridge, Dunluce Castle, and Cushendall, and a visit to Belfast’s famous Peace Wall and murals.

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.

Visit key landmarks of Belfast’s bloody history on a private tour by certified ‘black taxi,’ with stops at murals, the Clonard Martyrs Memorial Garden, the Peace Wall, and a notorious jail. Round-trip transport from your hotel means it's easy to fit this private tour into a busy schedule, with a local guide to help bring the places you see to life.

History enthusiasts that want to unpack the complicated history of The Troubles shouldn't miss this private guided tour, where you explore Belfast in a London black cab. Join your guide—one of the drivers that shuttled passengers along the Falls Road and Shankill Road—and learn all about this challenging moment in Ireland's history. As you go, enjoy your guide's live narration, check out historic photographs, and stop to marvel at the now-famous Belfast peace walls.

Expand your knowledge of Belfast’s turbulent history and find out about The Troubles from a company that’s owned by both a Catholic and a Protestant—which helps provide a balanced, unbiased viewpoint. Opting for a private black taxi tour is a comfortable alternative to a crowded bus, and means you can ask the driver questions along the way as you travel between points of interest, such as the city’s famous murals.

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.

Maximize your time in Northern Ireland and cover more ground in just one day than you could on public transit during this private excursion to the Antrim Coast, Giant’s Causeway, and more. Ideal for first-time visitors or those short on time, you can even customize the itinerary to your tastes without the hassle of arranging the logistics.

Explore Belfast with ease and see the city’s many political murals with this private guided tour. Don’t stress about getting around the city or missing out on any of the main murals as your certified guide shows you around and shares stories from the city’s history. Stops along the tour can include the International Mural Wall Divis Street and Falls Road, as well as Peace Wall.

Gain a deeper insight into Belfast’s political history—including stories of “The Troubles” by going on this private tour. To help make your time go further, private transportation between sites is included, with stops to help you see key landmarks up close. Notable locations showcased on the route include the Shankill Road, the Falls Road, and the Peace Wall, where you can see Belfast’s famous murals up close.

While visiting Northern Ireland why not treat yourself to a private tour of the Antrim coast. On board you can visit sites like the Giants Causeway, Glen's of Antrim and shooting locations from Game of Thrones. With your very own driver guide who has over 15 years experience who will make your tour a journey of discovery. We will custom make the tour to your needs ability or time frame. * A great way to maximise your sightseeing time. * Sit back relax and enjoy your custom tour. * Follow the myths, legends and story lines from Game of Thrones mixed with spectacular views.

If you only have a short amount of time in Belfast, it can be difficult to choose whether to take an excursion out to the UNESCO-listed Giant’s Causeway or stick to the Titanic Belfast. This time-saving shore excursion allows you to see both, thanks to round-trip transfers from the cruise port and fast-track admission to the Titanic.

This day trip to Derry—also known as Londonderry—is the ideal way to learn about Northern Ireland’s history and periods of conflict, while benefiting from having the undivided attention of a private guide. Notable locations include a visit to murals in Bogside to learn about the Battle of Bogside, a walk along Derry’s Ancient City Walls, the Peace Bridge, and a look around the Museum of Free Derry.

Discover the poignant and politically charged artworks that adorn Belfast’s streets on this mural tour. Learn about the city’s compelling street art and how its striking murals marked the conflicts and protests of The Troubles of Northern Ireland. See the colorful murals created by both the Nationalist and Loyalist communities, including the notorious Peace Wall, featuring the signatures of the Dalai Lama and President Clinton.

Boost your knowledge of a significant part of Belfast's history—a 30-year period of conflict between nationalists and unionists—known as 'The Troubles' with this black taxi tour. No need to worry about sharing the ride with other travelers as it's a private experience for just your group. The tour stops at important sights such as Shankill Road and the Loyalist Walk, the Peace Walls, Falls Road, and the Sinn Fein press office.

It would be a missed opportunity to travel to Belfast without seeing the amazing Giant's Causeway, a natural phenomenon along the coast north of Belfast that has to be seen to be believed. Get transported in an executive Mercedes V Class or S Class and stop at at castles and rustic villages along the way. After the visit to the Giant's Causeway, head to the nearby village of Bushmills, home to the famed distillery of the same name.

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.

Get ready for a shore excursion to remember with this private tour from Belfast Port. Instead of traveling on a crowded bus with lots of fellow cruise ship passengers, this luxurious alternative offers a private ride with just your personal group and the driver. See the Giant’s Causeway, enjoy a photo stop at Dunluce Castle, and visit the Glens of Antrim. The trip also showcases key Belfast sites—including the Peace Wall and Belfast Castle.

Depart Belfast and get ready to explore the outdoor beauty of Northern Ireland with this private day trip to the Giant’s Causeway, the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, Dunluce Castle, and multiple sights from the “Game of Thrones”, such as The Dark Hedges. To help you avoid the stress of crowded public transport, this trip includes seamless transportation between sites in a private luxury vehicle.