Northern Ireland —
culture, history and dramatic coastal scenery
Northern Ireland is one of the most underrated destinations on the island of Ireland — and for Irish visitors it is incredibly accessible. Belfast has been transformed and is now a genuinely brilliant city with a buzzing food scene, great pubs and one of the most fascinating recent histories. The Causeway Coast is world-class scenery and the Game of Thrones filming locations make it even more spectacular.
Detailed guides for the places we've actually visited and loved in Northern Ireland.
Belfast
A brilliant city transformed — buzzing food scene, great pubs, and the black cab political tours that are genuinely thought-provoking.
Explore Belfast →Causeway Coast
Game of Thrones filming locations, Dark Hedges, Cushendun Caves, Ballintoy Harbour, and the Giant's Causeway. One of Europe's most spectacular coastal drives.
Explore Causeway Coast →Derry
Walk the historic city walls, cross the Peace Bridge and explore a city shaped by centuries of history, culture and change.
Explore Derry →Explore Northern Ireland with TourRadar
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Common questions
Northern Ireland FAQ
What to pack
Northern Ireland packing essentials
Northern Ireland weather is changeable — layers are essential. A waterproof is always useful, especially for coastal explorations. Comfortable walking shoes are a must.
From Belfast's streets to Causeway Coast walks — good supportive shoes are essential.
View on Amazon →Northern Ireland weather can be unpredictable — a compact waterproof is invaluable for coastal exploration.
View on Amazon →A cardigan or thin sweater for variable Northern Irish temperatures and coastal breezes.
View on Amazon →The Causeway Coast is spectacularly photogenic — bring a good camera to capture those Dark Hedges and coastal views.
View on Amazon →Stay connected for navigation and finding restaurants across Belfast and the coast.
View on Amazon →Long days exploring the coast and taking photos drain batteries fast — stay charged all day.
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Ready to explore Northern Ireland?
Start with a black cab tour in Belfast to understand the city's history. Then head to the Causeway Coast for one of Europe's most spectacular drives. You won't regret it.