What to do and see in Belfast, Northern Ireland: The Best Day Trips from

May 10, 2022 Russell Mellin

With a population of almost 300,000 in the city proper, Belfast has grown into a cosmopolitan destination and become a popular weekend break spot. With feelings of optimism and life pulsing through the city, Belfast makes for an energizing getaway. It's never been easier to tour the city, thanks to a number of intriguing bus, taxi, boat and pedestrian options. Don't miss the Ulster Folk Museum or the Belfast Cathedral, and make sure to experience some of the award-winning restaurants, bars, clubs, galleries and theaters.
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1. Cruise Ship Tours Belfast provides Executive Private Hire Tours

Cruise Ship Tours Belfast
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Bespoke Private Hire Tours Belfast, For up to six people for one costing !!!, The best choice for quality and value for many years If you are planning to visit Ireland then you will find our range of one-day trips, short breaks and luxury escorted tours the best way to see the real Ireland - a land of Castles, picturesque Coastlines and spectacular scenery Our tours are the perfect way to explore the real Ireland and convenient with daily departures on the most popular Ireland North Antrim Coast tours. We select the routes and tour guides or if you have your own itinerary, we will work with you to ensure you have a memorable visit Full details of the tour itinerary are detailed below 1) Causeway Coast Tour 2) St Patrick's Trail 3) Belfast City 4) Belfast Political Tour 5) Game of Thrones We can supply the following Executive Sedan Cars seating 3 in comfort (4 if you wish), Luxury Minivan MPV's seating 6/7 people Mercedes Sprinter Coaches seating up to 14 in Luxury

Inclusions: Executive Private Hire Tour, Private transportation, Private tour, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By Trueresults

Port side pick up on time, started tour within 10 mins of this, all dependant on everyone being present. Belfast tour to Giants Causeway and Rope bridge,24th June 2019 pleasant weather . Gail and Gerry the driver, both excellent at their duties. smooth drive and plenty of time at each location. wonderful drive along the Antrim coast road with 2 stops at costal towns. Tour of central Belfast after approach road with great views of the city and our ship in the port. Just perfect they could not have improved on the perfect day we experienced. thank you both.

2. Game of Thrones North Coast Experience

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A privately hosted tour, suitable for groups of up to 7 passengers per vehicle travels through the North Coast visiting the different key areas from the Game of Thrones TV Show in comfortable executive vehicles with onboard amenities. The Game of Thrones TV Series is now regarded to as the largest TV Series worldwide! The filming locations are to be preserved as famous filming sets with their own Game of Thrones boards to bring you back to the very episodes they were used in. This tour is a fully guided tour lasting 5-6 hours travelling the North Antrim Coast to the locations where the Game of Thrones was recorded. The tour itself will bring you back in time to educate you on the history, mythology and politics of the surrounding areas and its relevancy to our Game of Thrones experience!

Inclusions: WiFi on board, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation

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Reviewed By alexandratE9625ZX

Paul was the best! We literally met him by faith! Very detailed, very nice man, so kind. I couldnt have asked for anyone else. My boyfriend loved the tour. All thanks to Paul, I couldnt be more grateful, we will be back to Belfast!

3. Private Luxury Game of Thrones Tour From Belfast

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Private Luxury Game of Thrones Tour From Belfast A must see tour for any Game of Thrones Fan. While you are on our tour you will get to see many of the sites that will be recognisable from the series, This tour takes you to several of the locations used in the series and also includes a visit to the Giants Causeway the only UNESCO World Heritage Site in Northern Ireland. At the Game of Thrones Tour You control the pace of where you would like to stop and spend your time just Simply tell the driver. In our tour there will be ample opportunities to stop, exit the vehicle and take beautiful photos.  Let us take you into this amazing world by visiting some of those key sites and breathtaking views with your own personal driver and guide. We guarantee to offer a friendly, professional experience that no traveller should miss. We can arrange tours specifically to suit your timescales and requirements.

Inclusions: Private Transportation, Private Tour with Guide, Airport and Port pickup and drop-off included (Within Belfast), Airport and Port Transfers Available Anywhere in N.Ireland / Dublin at an additional Cost

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Our tours are not included Entrance fees., Beverages

Reviewed By Quest396489

Being a travel agent we booked the service with this company however they did not do everything as promised. We first had an issue with the transfer and then it turned out they did not purchase the entrance tickets as we agreed and more importantly paid for. That was a year ago but we are still waiting for our refund but the company does not seem to care about that all. Horrible and not client oriented at all!

4. Giants causeway and Glens of Antrim day trip

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Northern Ireland's number 1 visitor attraction the Giants causeway had over 1 million people visit in 2018. See the breathtaking scenery along the north antrim coast which is considered to be one of the top 5 drives worldwide. At Micks we also take you off the beaten track and show the true beauty that awaits in our wee country which a lot of visitors don't get too see with other tour operators. For those that want to see the best book with us. 100% positive feedback on trip advisor

Inclusions: Giants causeway can be accessed for free

Exclusions: Lunch stop can be provided. Not included in tour price.

Reviewed By MeganMS

Mick took my Mam and I to see the peace wall and the murals (inc Shankill Road) before dropping us off at Crumlin Road Gaol. It was easily the best thing we did during our stay in Belfast. He was, funny, knowledgable and extremely professional. Having someone who had grown up in the area and could explain how the divide had effected people’s lives was the next level up from a regular tour. We even rang him again to get him to drop us at the airport! Thanks Mick - give him a bell whenever you’re in Belfast!

5. Game of thrones tour Executive Mercedes car 1-3 people Locations 1-8 Full Day

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Welcome to the executive Game of Thrones tour and experience a voyage of discovery through a landscape familiar to fans worldwide.Plus the world famous Giants causeway of many a myth and legends.Ultimate Tour Day 1 1.Games of Thrones , no entrance to studios)2. The Riverlands (The Hound, season 6)3. Cairn Castle – The neck & North of Winterfell (Ned Stark Season 1)4. Battle of the Bastards Door (Ballygally Castle)5. Game of Thrones Jewellers – Glenarm, Glens of Antrim  6. Carnlough – Braavos Canal7. Runestone, Vale of Arryn (Season 5 - 6)8. The Faceless man door - Mary McBrides bar, Cushendun.  9. Cushendun Caves10. Carrick-a-rede Rope Bridge (Renly Baratheon’s Camp, Season 1) 11. Euron - Kingsmoot (Season 6)12. Ballintoy Harbour (Lordsport / Stormlands)13. Pyke (Season 6)14. White Park Bay ( Dragonstone )15. Giants Causeway16. Dunluce Castle (House of Greyjoy in Game of Thrones)17. Dorne18. The Dark Hedges (Kings Road)19. Dothraki Sea .

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Reviewed By cmariorocks

My wife and I did the Game Of Thrones tour with Gerald McGlade for our honeymoon, and it was 100% the best day of our 2 weeks in Europe. He picked us up with a smile, a bag of snacks, and an unbelievable wealth of knowledge; not only about GoT, but also about Northern Ireland in general. The true GoT fans MUST do the ultimate tour. You'll get to see all of the 7 kingdoms and hear some truly behind the scenes knowledge. I don't want to give away any of his secrets...so trust us when we say, not only will you get a knowledgeable guide, you will get to spend the day with another TRUE fan. On top of it all, he's super easy to talk too, and makes sure you get all of the photos you could want. He'll even help take them! If you are a true fan of GoT, don't waste your time with any other tour!! Go with Gerald ,the KING IN THE NORTH....ern Ireland!

6. Game of Thrones - Winterfell Trek from Belfast

Jurys Inn Belfast, Great Victoria St, Belfast BT1 6DY, UK Game of Thrones Tours
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We are the largest Game of Thrones Tour company in the world. This is our Winterfell Trek from Belfast, visiting lots of filming locations south of Belfast. We trek you around the grounds of the castle location for Winterfell in season 1, deep into an old growth forest and into the crumbling medieval ruins of Inch Abbey. We show you VFX breakdowns on tablets to reveal how each scene was brought to life. We have Stark cloaks, swords and banners for everybody as part of the tour at no extra cost. Join our guides, who worked as extras on Game of Thrones® seasons 1-8, for a totally authentic experience. All entrance fees, ferry rides and other extras are included in your ticket price. The only extra expense is your pub lunch. Lunch will be in a pub that hosts one of the world famous Game of Thrones® Doors. The doors were fashioned from fallen 200 year old beech trees which came from the Dark Hedges.

Inclusions: Cloaks, swords & Stark banners, Live commentary on board, Driver and Local Guide, Entrance/Admission - Castle Ward Estate, Entrance/Admission - Tollymore Forest Park

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Reviewed By andrewnZ9445SV

An excellent tour and out guide Andrew was incredibly knowledgeable and entertaining. As an extra for 4 seasons he had great stories to tell about filming and being part of Game of Thrones. You get great information about the sites you're visiting before you get there. The rope bridge wasn't accessible but we didn't just skip that, we went to Dunluce castle as an alternative and that was well worth visiting. Can't recommend this highly enough, it is a long day but it's entertainment all the way.

7. Game of Thrones - Iron Islands, Giant's Causeway & Rope Bridge from Belfast

Jurys Inn Belfast, Great Victoria St, Belfast BT1 6DY, UK Game of Thrones Tours
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The Iron Islands, Giant's Causeway & Rope Bridge Adventure from Belfast is a fully immersive and inclusive experience. All our guides have worked as extras on Game of Thrones® seasons 1 - 8. We trek you along wild sea cliffs, across rocky beaches, into caves and to the real location of Lordsport in the Iron Islands. We show you VFX breakdowns on tablets, to see how each scene was brought to life. We have Iron Born costumes, swords, helms and banners for everybody as part of the tour at no extra cost. Our tours are the real Thrones experience! All entrance fees and other extras are included in your ticket price. The only extra expense is your pub lunch. Lunch will be in a pub that hosts one of the world famous Game of Thrones® Doors. The doors were fashioned from fallen 200 year old beech trees which came from the Dark Hedges. 

Inclusions: Iron Born costumes, swords, shields & Greyjoy banners, Live commentary on board, Driver and Local Guide

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Reviewed By anamF3932ZL

Ser Davos aka Ser Adrian shared his immense knowledge about Game of Thrones with me while also giving me a huge help with my dissertation about film induced tourism. Wise and kind, just like the Ser Davos we know. Couldn’t recommend him more :)

8. Republican Loyalist Mural & Peacewall Black Taxi Tour from Belfast

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Every city has it’s shopping and coffee culture but Belfast city has a unique past after coming out of 30 years of conflict.Your guides are the original  drivers who had to transport their communities through the bullets and bombs of THE TROUBLES and have their lives at risk every time they seat in their black cabs. The North of Ireland has become famous for the murals painted in almost every area of the country . These pictures of IRA ,UVF murals are often flashed around the world on news bulletins or used as a backdrop when interviewing people. They often depict the history and political views of both traditions and are a way of marking territory. These wall paintings often look intimidating but they have become as much of a tourist attraction as many of the regular attractions within Belfast and beyond.

Inclusions: Pickup from Belfast city center (1 km radius from Belfast city hall)

Exclusions: Pickup from airports,train stations and cruise ship ports (surcharge to be paid on the day in cash only)

Reviewed By 547conorc

Have always wanted to do a Black Taxi tour in Belfast and we were not disappointed. Stevie G was a super guide with a wealth of knowledge on both sides of the divide. Would 100% recommend to anyone!! 10/10

9. Giant's Causeway Premium Day Tour from Belfast (Includes Admissions)

Irish Tour Tickets, 10 Great Victoria St, Belfast BT2 7BA, UK Irish Tour Tickets
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**We are the only Giant's Causeway tour with a 5 Star Quality Accreditation from Northern Ireland Tourist Board. Enjoy this premium full-day Giants Causeway and Antrim Coast day tour. Explore the world-famous Antrim Coast and UNESCO listed Giant's Causeway free from the crowds and the queues as we travel in the opposite direction from most other operators. Hear stories of the Irish myths and legends of how the Causeway was formed. See the sensational views of the famous Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge. Visit the Bushmills Whiskey Distillery, the oldest licensed distillery in the world and see the stunning ruins of the 14th century Dunluce Castle. *This tour includes admission to the Giant's Causeway Visitors Centre (Includes self-guided walking tour). *Please note that this tour is not suitable for passengers arriving at Belfast on a Cruise Ship*

Inclusions: Live commentary on board, Hotel pickup from Selected city centre hotels (Must be confirmed by calling +44 (0)2890 310101. 8am-7pm GMT), Transport by air-conditioned luxury coach, Includes Giant's Causeway Visitor Center admission

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Reviewed By gozdeb715

The Giants Causeway tour was amazing with all other locations. If you are a Game of Thrones fan, you should definitely take this tour. Our guide Paddy was also so friendly and gave us really good information about the area. Really recommended!!

10. Game of Thrones and Giant's Causeway Full-Day Tour from Belfast

Europa Hotel, Great Victoria St, Belfast BT2 7AP, UK McComb's Coach Travel
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Combine ‘Game of Thrones’ gossip with a visit to the UNESCO-listed Giant’s Causeway on a full-day tour from Belfast! With a friendly local guide, visit key Northern Irish filming locations that were used in the award-winning HBO fantasy drama while learning about popular characters like Daenerys Targaryen. After seeing sites like the Dark Hedges road, enjoy free time to explore the unique rock formations at the Giant’s Causeway.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup, Driver/guide, Commentary from the guide, Air-conditioned vehicle

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Reviewed By Rachel302020

This trip was booked last minute as we arrived the day the country emerged out of a national Lockdown and we were due to visit the titanic museum which remained closed. I’m so pleased we were able to come on this trip however as it was the highlight of the stay! Our driver Derek was wonderful and had us all in stitches with his witty sarcasm and groaning with his bad jokes! He had a tough crowd however and kept it up which provided a great atmosphere (with help from Burnley!) The sights on the sites were absolutely amazing and the beauty was breathtaking- we were able to see some game of thrones filming locations as well as the giants causeway and learnt so much about this beautiful county and it’s history. The pre ordered lunch at a local restaurant was an excellent plan and ensured the trip ran smoothly. We would definitely recommend this trip to anyone- excellent value for money! Thank you again Derek!

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