Top Northern Ireland Attractions & Museums

Get the most out of limited time in Northern Ireland with a visit to the Saint Patrick Centre. Instead of waiting in long ticket lines, gain admission to the exhibition by prebooking entry in advance. Once inside, you can learn about the story of St Patrick, dating back to Roman Britain, with an IMAX cinema, sculptures, and impressive exhibits.

Step into 100 acres of serene beauty where history blooms in every season. Wander through the newly restored 18th‑century Walled Gardens, uncover the charm of the Lost Gardens, and pause in Lady Alice’s Temple to take in tranquil views across formal lawns and the castle beyond. From spring’s fragrant blossoms to summer’s abundant color, the Granville Garden delights with hybrid tea roses framed by graceful climbers and ramblers.

A must do for Game of Thrones super fans, buy your admission ticket now for full access to its studio tour. Noted as an immersive experience, wander the seven kingdoms like your favorite character and learn about how each scene was adapted for the show. This makes for a memorable addition to any Northern Ireland holiday.

*Arrive any time within opening hours on your booked date* Step into the past at the Ulster American Folk Park and uncover the powerful story of emigration, walking in the footsteps of the brave migrants who journeyed from Ulster to North America. Meet costumed guides and skilled craft demonstrators who bring history vividly to life, then climb aboard a replica emigrant ship to experience the cramped quarters endured on their epic voyage. Set against a backdrop of stunning countryside, this immersive museum invites you to connect with nature as well as heritage—and with the flexibility to arrive any time during opening hours on your booked date, you can explore at your own pace.

The Peacemakers Museum explores how the North of Ireland moved from decades of violent conflict to the peace we all enjoy and maintain today. Located in the famous Bogside area of Derry in the North of Ireland. The small working class area witnessed some of the key events of the conflict including the Battle of the Bogside and Bloody Sunday. The museum explores the period from August 1972 to May 2007 to explain how the conflict evolved into the peace process and the impact of both on the local area. The museum uses artefacts, oral history, archive footage, interactive features and unique displays to explain how the Agreement was reached, its implementation and its potential implications for the future of the island.

Delve into the rich history and mythology of Navan Fort with the Legendary Navan Fort Tour. This guided experience offers insights into one of Ireland's most iconic ancient sites, featuring a temple built around 95 BC. Expert guides will share the latest archaeological discoveries, illuminating the site's significance as a Royal Site and its spiritual importance in ancient society. Engage with our resident Celtic clan who will narrate tales of valour, rituals, and daily life during the Iron Age. This tour is ideal for history buffs, families, and curious explorers eager to connect with Ireland's legendary past. - Guided tours of Navan Fort led by knowledgeable experts - Discover the history and archaeology of this ancient site - Meet the resident Celtic clan and hear tales from the Iron Age - Perfect for history enthusiasts, families, and curious travellers Please note: On Saturdays & Sundays (and daily in July and August) the 12:30pm tour is a family tour, Meet the Warriors.

Enrich your knowledge of Belfast’s turbulent history with this guided tour around the city. To help you save time and cover more sites, you’ll travel around in a black taxi. Along the way, learn about “The Troubles” and stop off at important murals at the Falls Road, Shankill Road, and the Peace Wall.

See the magical location where the hit fantasy drama “Game of Thrones” was 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 stories about popular characters. Ride through the atmospheric, tree-shrouded Dark Hedges Road and marvel at the mystifying rock formations of the Giant’s Causeway.

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.

This tour of Belfast with a black taxi driver who lived through the civil rights clash of The Troubles allows you to learn loads more about the city's complicated history than you would traveling on your own. Sit back in rapt attention to your driver's narration, as you visit the famous Belfast murals on Falls Road and Shankill Road, painted by ex-prisoners on both sides of the conflict. Hear four versions of the city's history: the British version, the Republican version, the Loyalist version, and the truth according to someone who lived through it. Listening to your guide's narrative helps you make sense of a tangled history that is complicated and difficult to understand for visitors. You'll also see photos and videos depicting the neighborhoods visited on the tour as they were at that time.

Set off from Belfast and embark on a scenic drive to a stunning natural wonder of 50,000 basalt columns—the Giant’s Causeway. As it’s a private tour, the trip can be customized based on your interests, and potential options include the Dunluce Castle, the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, and the Old Bushmills Distillery. The trip can also visit filming locations from the “Game of Thrones” TV series, such as Ballintoy Harbour.