Carrickfergus Castle Tours and Activities

Depart Belfast for a full-day tour of Northern Ireland's spectacular Antrim Coast and the Giant's Causeway. Stop at the cliff-top ruins of Dunluce Castle and learn the history of this former medieval stronghold. Take in the views from the famous Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge, and explore Bushmills Whiskey Distillery, then visit the distinct geologic formations that form the Giant's Causeway, Northern Ireland's only UNESCO-listed site.

Discover the magic of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Giant’s Causeway on a full-day trip from Belfast. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, travel by luxury coach through Northern Ireland’s spectacular countryside, and visit attractions like Carrickfergus Castle and the Old Bushmills distillery. Summon your courage to cross the nail-biting Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge. Then arrive at the Giant’s Causeway to climb the fascinating stones and admire the scenic splendor of the surroundings.

Embark on an epic journey through the Seven Kingdoms on this full-day tour of Northern Ireland’s 'Game of Thrones' filming locations from Belfast. Immerse yourself in the real-life locations seen on-screen in the hit series and follow in the footsteps of characters like Arya Stark, Sansa Stark, and Jon Snow. Along the way, marvel at natural wonders like the UNESCO-listed Giant’s Causeway and walk the notorious Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge.

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”.

Explore one of Northern Ireland’s most famous natural attractions on this full-day Giant’s Causeway tour from Belfast. Follow the Antrim Coastal Road as your guide explains the region’s history and geology. Take in landmarks including Antrim Coastal Road, the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, and 'Game of Thrones' filming locations, including the Dark Hedges plus much more. Head on to the magnificent Giant's Causeway and gain insight into the geological phenomenon and hear tales of Irish folklore from centuries passed. Take in panoramic coastal views, then return to Belfast.

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, walk along the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, 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.

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.

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.

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 the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, Carrickfergus Castle and Dunluce Castle.

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.

'Game of Thrones' fans will love this combo package that includes a full-day tour by open-top bus around Belfast filming locations. Then continue your sightseeing with a 48-hour hop-on hop-on pass that lets you discover highlights of the city. Courtesy hotel pickup is available upon request.

Are you brave enough to face the might of the Irish Sea? On the Causeway coastal route, the Gobbins cliff path tour lasts 2.5 hours and takes in some truly unforgettable sights. In this spectacular location, you will feel the might of the wind and sea first hand, and maybe even spot some native sea birds and dolphins close by.

Travelers that reach port in Belfast can get a complete overview of the city with this full-day private tour, with port pickup included. On your busy shore excursion, see top sights around the city—from the famous murals on Falls Road to the Peace Walls—along with top landmarks like the Parliament Buildings and Botanic Gardens. And since your driver is there to whisk you around, all you need to do is sit back, relax, and enjoy hassle-free sightseeing.

The abundance of natural beauty on Ireland’s north coast can make it feel overwhelming to shortlist a selection of places to visit. With this tour, let a guide plan your day instead, so you don’t miss any important landmarks and learn about local history as you travel. The tour is customizable, and potential highlights include Glenarm Castle, Giant’s Causeway, Dunluce Castle, and Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge.

Take this breathtaking day trip to explore one of the most unique and beautiful coastal areas in the world. winding picturesque coastal roads, Medieval castles, rope bridges, Irish Whiskey, stories of Giants, hidden villages, beautiful food and plenty of laughs. This once in a lifetime experience will send you home with the most special memories and intriguing stories for your friends.

Just think – in a single day, you can get to know this part of Northern Ireland like never before, and like no one else… except us locals, that is. We’ll take you on a tour of some of our most exciting, meaningful and historical sites along the Causeway Coastal Route. You’ll walk in the footsteps of a legendary giant, and feel the wind steal your breath as you cross Atlantic waves on a rope bridge! You’ll spend the day in the company of local people, and you’ll see it all through our eyes. With a local tour guide, driver, onboard storyteller who’ll share our ancient myths and legends, and generous and hospitable hosts at stop-offs, you’ll experience our unique sense of humour and be charmed by our warmth. By the end of the day, you’ll feel like one of us. In fact, don’t be surprised if you want to move here!

This corner of Ireland has a wealth of experiences, activities and history, and we’ve selected the best to give you a very different view of Northern Ireland! You’ll travel through history, starting in the 5th century in the walled town of Carrickfergus, then you’ll meet the giants of Victorian steam power in picture-postcard Whitehead, and finish off on the Gobbins Cliff Path to get your heart racing. You’ll experience it all through the eyes of local people: your driver, and your onboard guide and storyteller. They’re local, professionally trained and very experienced, but what you’ll love most about them is their warmth and welcoming spirit. The storyteller is a unique part of the Thieves & Steel Tour – as you travel, they’ll delight you with tales of fairies, giants and local folklore. It’s all part of the magic of this tour: the day combines ethereal myths and legends with the power of castles, engines and steel walkways. It’s Ireland as you’ve never seen it before.

Fully insured luxury vehicles with experienced guides. Our drivers are not only experienced but are passionate about our beautiful country and history. We are huge fans of Game of Thrones, our guides are knowledgeable both of the series and of our beautiful countryside. You are guaranteed a fun and memorable trip with the opportunity for plenty of photographs and you can even dress up as a Game of Thrones character at Glenarm Castle. Our tours are completely customisable so please ask us if you would like a different tour or if you want to change parts of the tour.

My tours are fully validated and have been approved by international tour associations and also universities in the USA. My tours are informative yet also fun and carried out in a luxury Mercedes Taxi-Bus. My tours have been running for over 20 years taking tourists, decerning travellers, university academics and students from around the world. The tours also come with supporting materials that provide an overview of the sites and people seen on the tour and also give an unique understanding of the incredable history of Belfast that spams over 5000 years.

Each tour is bespoke to the group and I will endeavour to include as many additional stops as possible at local 'hidden gems' not listed in the advert, subject to traffic conditions. During any travel sections of the tour between locations, the vehicle is equipped with iPads showing videos of the locations you will be visiting and others as a teaser to come back to Northern Ireland again. The car is equipped with a coolbox full of complimentary drinks. Guests have the option of having a video memento of their day with NITOUR, which features photos & video of your party taken throughout the day and edited together with dash cam footage at each location. (Note: Additional charge applies)