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      Northern Ireland - Belfast & the Giant's Causeway

      Northern Ireland - Belfast & the Giant's Causeway

      Northern Ireland and its award-winning Causeway Coast have a fantastic combination of history, culture and breathtaking scenery. From basalt columns to Game of Thrones filming locations to the rejuvenated streets of Belfast and Derry, Northern Ireland is a fascinating place.

      Tragic history, rich culture, and the renowned friendliness of its people all shape the beauty of Northern Ireland. The wild craggy mountains, splendid lakes and sweeping coastline make it an ideal playground for cyclists, hikers, rock climbers and sea kayakers.

      Made up of 6 counties, Northern Ireland may have had a troubled history in the past, but lately, Northern Ireland and its capital, Belfast, have become a hip and cultural place to visit. Its stunning coastal scenery, mountains and coastal villages are enough to tempt outdoor lovers to visit this underrated region.

      What to See in Northern Ireland

      Game of Thrones Filming Locations

      From Ballintoy Harbour to Tollymore Forest, numerous locations in Northern Ireland were used as backdrops for the iconic Game of Thrones TV show.

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      The Giant's Causeway

      The Giant’s Causeway is Northern Ireland’s most famous UNESCO World Heritage site. 40,000 interlocking basalt columns (formed by warring giants according to local legend!) jut out into the sea to form one of Ireland’s strangest and most jaw-dropping geological features.

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      Belfast City

      Belfast, capital of Northern Ireland, has a troubled history, but in recent days, it’s making headlines as a foodie hotspot. Dozens of small and delicious restaurants are opening their doors and tickling the tastebuds of anyone who eats there! Belfast is also recognised for its connection to the Titanic, the most famous doomed ship in the world.

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      The Causeway Coast

      Lonely Planet voted the Causeway Coast—a 50-odd mile stretch of enchanting coastline featuring the Giant’s Causeway, Ballintoy Harbour, Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge, the cliff-top Dunluce Castle and more—as a top destination.

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      Mourne Mountains

      The Mourne Mountains, traversed by the strange and lonely Mourne Wall, are a mystical range of mountains sweeping down to the sea, inspirational to fantasy giants such as CS Lewis (author of Narnia) and Game of Thrones filming scouts.

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      Game of Thrones Filming Locations

      From Ballintoy Harbour to Tollymore Forest, numerous locations in Northern Ireland were used as backdrops for the iconic Game of Thrones TV show.

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      The Giant's Causeway

      The Giant’s Causeway is Northern Ireland’s most famous UNESCO World Heritage site. 40,000 interlocking basalt columns (formed by warring giants according to local legend!) jut out into the sea to form one of Ireland’s strangest and most jaw-dropping geological features.

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      Dive into our collection of Northern Ireland travel guides for inspiring travel ideas, region highlights, cultural insights and everything you need to decide on your next adventure in this captivating corner of the island.

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      Our Tours in Northern Ireland

      Hiking

      Hiking – The Causeway Coastal Route & Donegal

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      Hiking

      Hiking – The Northern Coast

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      Luxury & Deluxe

      Deluxe Hiking – Highlights of Ireland

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      Self Drive

      Self Drive – Belfast, Giant’s Causeway & Donegal

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      Family

      Family – Giants, Myths & Legends

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      Our holidays reviewed
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      If you're going to see Ireland, do it like this. Everything, and I mean everything, with Wilderness Ireland was amazing and everything I could have asked for.

      We continued through Ireland after our official W.I. trip ended and hit some of the popular spots. I realized how very blessed I was to have experienced Ireland in such a unique way, that I felt sorry for the people on the cheesy tour buses.

      Keltin Wiens
      Self Drive - Belfast, Giant’s Causeway & Donegal
      Reviewed on 18/05/2022

      Rated 4.94 out of 5 based on 3,281 reviews

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      You'll be in good company on a Wilderness Ireland Trip. Some of the biggest and best known names in the business have recommended us.

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