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Northern Ireland is one incredible place to explore whilst in the UK. With all its valleys, rugged coastlines, beautiful castles and cities, there are so many amazing and best places in Northern Ireland to visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Now, I might be a little bit biased (my grandparents are from Northern Ireland) but there\u2019s just so many incredible places to explore. What\u2019s more, it\u2019s not just those physical landscapes and places that make Northern Ireland so special. It\u2019s the people! Now, again, I know I\u2019m probably biased but you\u2019ll find some of the friendliest people here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Honestly, it makes travelling around the island such a treat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is why I wanted to share a few of my favourite and best places in Northern Ireland you should think of visiting. Some of based in the cities, others a little further afield. Whatever the case, I\u2019m almost certain you\u2019ll find a few spots to add on your trip around the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take a look below at some of the best places in Nothern Ireland to visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1.) Explore Belfast<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Belfast is the capital city and one of the best places in Northern Ireland to visit for a city break.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Once you\u2019re here, visit the Titanic Belfast which has over nine galleries showcasing everything about the Titanic. Head to the HMS Caroline, the Belfast Cathedral, the Crumlin Road Gaol, and indulge in some amazing food at restaurants like Ox, James Street South, The Muddlers Club, and Howard Street.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If you\u2019ve got time, take a stroll to see Belfast City Hall and Belfast Castle, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Finally, if you\u2019re spending a few days in the city, pop out to see Stormont (a few miles from the city centre) that\u2019s well worth seeing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2.) Find the Glens of Antrim<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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For one of the best places in Northern Ireland to experience for nature, make sure drive through the stunning Glens of Antrim. There are nine in total and each has its own charming and unique character that is incredible to explore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once here, make sure to explore Glenariff with its rugged beauty and waterfalls is known as the \u201cQueen of the Glens\u201d. Visit the beaches of Glenarm, Ballygally, Cushendall, and Carnlough. Oh, and stop over at Slemish Mountain which is a beaut.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re here in August, visit Cushendall for the \u201cHeart of the Glens\u201d music festival that\u2019s pretty fun, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3.) Visit Old Bushmills Distillery<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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You can\u2019t go to Northern Ireland and not try some Irish whiskey!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Head to the oldest working distillery on the river banks in the quaint village of Bushmills. They have been handcrafting small batches of whiskey for over 400 years (yep, you read that correctly). The distillery is older than some countries!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pop over for a tour and a little taster too! Just make sure to have a designated driver with you. No one likes a drink-driver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4.) Discover Dunluce Castle<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Around a 60-minutes drive from Belfast, Dunluce Castle is one of the best places in Northern Ireland to visit if you love castles. Perched right over from Portrush, it\u2019s one beautiful castle that\u2019s history goes back centuries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Now, don\u2019t worry if you don\u2019t drive, you can easily get here by taking the train to Portrush and hopping on a bus or taxi to the castle area itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Oh, and if you are a Game of Thrones fan, you will probably recognize Dunluce Castle as the House of Greyjoy Castle?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5.) Hike the Cliffs of Magho & Lower Lough Erne<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Perched on the opposite end of Northern Ireland (from Belfast), the Cliffs of Magho and Lower Lough Erne is one of the best places in Northern Ireland for views across the countryside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once here, make sure to explore go on a forest drive through the area or head out on foot on a cliff walk. The whole area is stunning and it\u2019s just so peaceful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6.) Explore Derry<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Derry (also called Londonderry) may not be as popular as Belfast but add it to your list for its history, architecture, stunning skyline, and hip festivals. It really is one of the best places in Northern Ireland to visit if you want an authentic slice of Northern Irish life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once you\u2019re here, check out the 17th Century walls, the 12 Bogside Murals on Rossville St., the Guildhall, the Tower Museum, the Museum of Free Derry, and The Peace Bridge which is easily the most beautiful bridge in Northern Ireland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oh, and don\u2019t forget to pop into\u00a0\u00a0Brown bonds Hill that makes some of the best grub in Derry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7.) Walk Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Cross Northern Ireland\u2019s most famous rope bridge, the Carrick-a-Rede which is close to Ballintoy in County Antrim. It connects the mainland to the small island of Carrickarede and is 20 metres wide and 30 metres above the rocks (enough to make you gulp).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Apparently, there have been bridges crossing to the island for centuries, way back when local fisherman used to look for salmon nearby. Open all year round (as long as weather permits).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Plus, if you\u2019re interested in volcanoes,\u00a0Carrickarede island is said to be one of the very best volcanic plugs in all the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8.) See Giant\u2019s Causeway<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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For me, visiting a new place is always about finding something unique to the area. And you know what, that\u2019s what Giant\u2019s Causeway is for Northern Ireland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With over 40,000 columns, this UNESCO World Heritage Site formed millions of years ago from some sort of volcanic eruption. I\u2019m not going to even attempt to describe how\u2026 my geology is patchy at best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That being said, I do know about the legend of the giants (in Ireland and Scotland) that were challenged to fight. In order for this duel to take place, the giants created a causeway over the ocean (to Scotland)\u2026 so the legend goes. Still, to this day, you can see similar columns at Fingal\u2019s Cave in Scotland. Apparently, it\u2019s part of the same lava flow\u2026 though, the Giants will tell you different!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oh, and remember, it\u2019s free to visit Giant\u2019s Causeway but you will need to pay if you want to explore the Visitor Centre (Which, I\u2019d personally avoid). To access the causeway for free, follow through the archway at the side of the visitor\u2019s centre, or if you\u2019re not worried about heights,  explore it via the cliffs by going over the roof of the centre itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whatever way you go, trust me when I say it\u2019s one of the best places in Northern Ireland to visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9.) See The Dark Hedges<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Around a 50-minute drive from Belfast, the Dark Hedges has become one of the most popular and best places in Northern Ireland to visit. Planted almost 300 years ago, the beech trees were chosen as an imposing entrance to Gracehill House (which it certainly does).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Made even more famous from appearing in Game of Thrones, the Dark Hedges is a gorgeous little stopping point to see before exploring more of the north coast. Just be aware that crowds can gather at peak times. This means it\u2019s often best to go earlier in the morning and avoiding holidays or weekends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10.) See Carrickfergus Castle<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Honestly, Northern Ireland is full of some pretty stunning castles, with Carrickfergus Castle being no different.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Considered one of the best preserved medieval castles in Ireland, it\u2019s a great place to explore for a few hours after leaving Belfast and a pretty easy place to wander around for a stop off in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

11.) Explore\u00a0Kinbane Castle<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Around 8-miles from Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge, Kinbane Castle (and Kinbane Head) is a stunning area to include on your trip around Northern Ireland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Once here, make sure to explore the area, and make sure to bring some sturdy shoes\u2026 the trek down and back up can be tough. If you struggle with steps or don\u2019t fancy around 140-steps down, then it might be best to see Kinbane Castle from afar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Whatever you choose, it\u2019s one of the more \u2018hidden\u2019 spots and best places in Northern Ireland to explore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

12.) Enjoy Ulster Folk and Transport Museum<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ulster Folk And transport museum\u00a0is a journey in itself. Travel back in time and see what life was like centuries ago in this one-of-a-kind spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Explore historic cottages, schools, farmhouses, shops, churches, and more, all like they were back in the day. Whilst wandering around, you\u2019ll spot over 500 original artefacts, check out the steam locomotives, horse-drawn carriages, boats, electric trams, fire-engines and amazing vintage cars in the Transport Museum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

13.) Stroll through Bangor<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Not to be confused with Bangor in Wales, Bangor in Northern Ireland is pretty close to Belfast and pretty easy to visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once here, stroll through the Bangor Castle Walled Garden, chill at the Crawfordsburn Country Park, check out the Old Customs House, the Clandeboye, and enjoy taking a ramble to the marina. It\u2019s the perfect place for a peaceful getaway from the city. Oh, and if you fancy a hike up the coast, join the Blackhead Path that\u2019s around 5-8 miles from Bangor itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For a lovely place to stay, check into the\u00a0 old inn Crawfords burn which is around 2-miles from the centre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

14.) Find Downhill Demesne<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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There is no dearth of stunning views in Northern Ireland and the spectacular Downhill Demesne is proof of this for sure!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now, Downhill Demesne is an 18th Century mansion that was built by Earl Bishop and the open grounds include gardens, woodlands, and \u201cHezlett House\u201d, one of the oldest thatched cottages in this region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The grounds are perfect for a picnic and the views from Mussenden Temple which is perched right on the cliff edge is out of this world.\u00a0 It\u2019s quite easy to pair up a visit to Downhill Demesne whilst you\u2019re at Dunluce Castle, so plan your trip to include both.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

15.) Explore Kilkeel & Mourne Mountains<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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If small towns are what you\u2019re after, head to Kilkeel in County Down for a little explore and bite to eat. With ancient ruins, winding streets, terraced shops and more, Kilkeel is a charming town that you can\u2019t help but fall in love with. Once you\u2019re here, make sure to gorge at Cunningham\u2019s Kitchen (they make some of the best burgers in the area).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Afterwards, pop over to the Mourne Mountains which is one of the highest mountain ranges in the country. It\u2019s easily up there as one of the best places in Northern Ireland to visit, especially if you love hiking (to spots like Slieve Donard).<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Northern Ireland is one incredible place to explore whilst in the UK. With all its valleys, rugged coastlines, beautiful castles and cities, there are so many amazing and best places in Northern Ireland to visit. Now, I might be a little bit biased (my grandparents are from Northern Ireland) but there\u2019s just so many incredible places to explore. What\u2019s more, it\u2019s not just those physical landscapes and places that make Northern Ireland so special. It\u2019s the people! Now, again, I know I\u2019m probably biased but you\u2019ll find some of the friendliest people here. Honestly, it makes travelling around the island such a treat. This is why I wanted to share a few of my favourite and best places in Northern Ireland you should think of visiting. Some of based in the cities, others a little further afield. Whatever the case, I\u2019m almost certain you\u2019ll find a few spots to add on your trip around the country. Take a look below at some of the best places in Nothern Ireland to visit. 1.) Explore Belfast Belfast is the capital city and one of the best places in Northern Ireland to visit for a city break. Once you\u2019re here, visit the Titanic Belfast which has over nine galleries showcasing everything about the Titanic. Head to the HMS Caroline, the Belfast Cathedral, the Crumlin Road Gaol, and indulge in some amazing food at restaurants like Ox, James Street South, The Muddlers Club, and Howard Street. If you\u2019ve got time, take a stroll to see Belfast City Hall and Belfast Castle, too. Finally, if you\u2019re spending a few days in the city, pop out to see Stormont (a few miles from the city centre) that\u2019s well worth seeing. 2.) Find the Glens of Antrim For one of the best places in Northern Ireland to experience for nature, make sure drive through the stunning Glens of Antrim. There are nine in total and each has its own charming and unique character that is incredible to explore. Once here, make sure to explore Glenariff with its rugged beauty and waterfalls is known as the \u201cQueen of the Glens\u201d. Visit the beaches of Glenarm, Ballygally, Cushendall, and Carnlough. Oh, and stop over at Slemish Mountain which is a beaut. If you\u2019re here in August, visit Cushendall for the \u201cHeart of the Glens\u201d music festival that\u2019s pretty fun, too. 3.) Visit Old Bushmills Distillery You can\u2019t go to Northern Ireland and not try some Irish whiskey! Head to the oldest working distillery on the river banks in the quaint village of Bushmills. They have been handcrafting small batches of whiskey for over 400 years (yep, you read that correctly). The distillery is older than some countries! Pop over for a tour and a little taster too! Just make sure to have a designated driver with you. No one likes a drink-driver. 4.) Discover Dunluce Castle Around a 60-minutes drive from Belfast, Dunluce Castle is one of the best places in Northern Ireland to visit if you love castles. Perched right over from Portrush, it\u2019s one beautiful castle that\u2019s history goes back centuries. Now, don\u2019t worry if you don\u2019t drive, you can easily get here by taking the train to Portrush and hopping on a bus or taxi to the castle area itself. Oh, and if you are a Game of Thrones fan, you will probably recognize Dunluce Castle as the House of Greyjoy Castle? 5.) Hike the Cliffs of Magho & Lower Lough Erne Perched on the opposite end of Northern Ireland (from Belfast), the Cliffs of Magho and Lower Lough Erne is one of the best places in Northern Ireland for views across the countryside. Once here, make sure to explore go on a forest drive through the area or head out on foot on a cliff walk. The whole area is stunning and it\u2019s just so peaceful. 6.) Explore Derry Derry (also called Londonderry) may not be as popular as Belfast but add it to your list for its history, architecture, stunning skyline, and hip festivals. It really is one of the best places in Northern Ireland to visit if you want an authentic slice of Northern Irish life. Once you\u2019re here, check out the 17th Century walls, the 12 Bogside Murals on Rossville St., the Guildhall, the Tower Museum, the Museum of Free Derry, and The Peace Bridge which is easily the most beautiful bridge in Northern Ireland. Oh, and don\u2019t forget to pop into\u00a0\u00a0Brown bonds Hill that makes some of the best grub in Derry. 7.) Walk Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge Cross Northern Ireland\u2019s most famous rope bridge, the Carrick-a-Rede which is close to Ballintoy in County Antrim. It connects the mainland to the small island of Carrickarede and is 20 metres wide and 30 metres above the rocks (enough to make you gulp). Apparently, there have been bridges crossing to the island for centuries, way back when local fisherman used to look for salmon nearby. Open all year round (as long as weather permits). Plus, if you\u2019re interested in volcanoes,\u00a0Carrickarede island is said to be one of the very best volcanic plugs in all the country. 8.) See Giant\u2019s Causeway For me, visiting a new place is always about finding something unique to the area. And you know what, that\u2019s what Giant\u2019s Causeway is for Northern Ireland. With over 40,000 columns, this UNESCO World Heritage Site formed millions of years ago from some sort of volcanic eruption. I\u2019m not going to even attempt to describe how\u2026 my geology is patchy at best. That being said, I do know about the legend of the giants (in Ireland and Scotland) that were challenged to fight. In order for this duel to take place, the giants created a causeway over the ocean (to Scotland)\u2026 so the legend goes. Still, to this day, you can see similar columns at Fingal\u2019s Cave in Scotland. Apparently, it\u2019s part of the same lava flow\u2026 though, the Giants will tell you different! Oh, and remember, it\u2019s free to visit Giant\u2019s Causeway but you […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":10852,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_joinchat":[]},"categories":[2],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\n15 Best Places In Northern Ireland - Ayush Tours Jaipur<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"noindex, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"15 Best Places In Northern Ireland - Ayush Tours Jaipur\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Northern Ireland is one incredible place to explore whilst in the UK. With all its valleys, rugged coastlines, beautiful castles and cities, there are so many amazing and best places in Northern Ireland to visit. Now, I might be a little bit biased (my grandparents are from Northern Ireland) but there\u2019s just so many incredible places to explore. What\u2019s more, it\u2019s not just those physical landscapes and places that make Northern Ireland so special. It\u2019s the people! Now, again, I know I\u2019m probably biased but you\u2019ll find some of the friendliest people here. Honestly, it makes travelling around the island such a treat. This is why I wanted to share a few of my favourite and best places in Northern Ireland you should think of visiting. Some of based in the cities, others a little further afield. Whatever the case, I\u2019m almost certain you\u2019ll find a few spots to add on your trip around the country. Take a look below at some of the best places in Nothern Ireland to visit. 1.) Explore Belfast Belfast is the capital city and one of the best places in Northern Ireland to visit for a city break. Once you\u2019re here, visit the Titanic Belfast which has over nine galleries showcasing everything about the Titanic. Head to the HMS Caroline, the Belfast Cathedral, the Crumlin Road Gaol, and indulge in some amazing food at restaurants like Ox, James Street South, The Muddlers Club, and Howard Street. If you\u2019ve got time, take a stroll to see Belfast City Hall and Belfast Castle, too. Finally, if you\u2019re spending a few days in the city, pop out to see Stormont (a few miles from the city centre) that\u2019s well worth seeing. 2.) Find the Glens of Antrim For one of the best places in Northern Ireland to experience for nature, make sure drive through the stunning Glens of Antrim. There are nine in total and each has its own charming and unique character that is incredible to explore. Once here, make sure to explore Glenariff with its rugged beauty and waterfalls is known as the \u201cQueen of the Glens\u201d. Visit the beaches of Glenarm, Ballygally, Cushendall, and Carnlough. Oh, and stop over at Slemish Mountain which is a beaut. If you\u2019re here in August, visit Cushendall for the \u201cHeart of the Glens\u201d music festival that\u2019s pretty fun, too. 3.) Visit Old Bushmills Distillery You can\u2019t go to Northern Ireland and not try some Irish whiskey! Head to the oldest working distillery on the river banks in the quaint village of Bushmills. They have been handcrafting small batches of whiskey for over 400 years (yep, you read that correctly). The distillery is older than some countries! Pop over for a tour and a little taster too! Just make sure to have a designated driver with you. No one likes a drink-driver. 4.) Discover Dunluce Castle Around a 60-minutes drive from Belfast, Dunluce Castle is one of the best places in Northern Ireland to visit if you love castles. Perched right over from Portrush, it\u2019s one beautiful castle that\u2019s history goes back centuries. Now, don\u2019t worry if you don\u2019t drive, you can easily get here by taking the train to Portrush and hopping on a bus or taxi to the castle area itself. Oh, and if you are a Game of Thrones fan, you will probably recognize Dunluce Castle as the House of Greyjoy Castle? 5.) Hike the Cliffs of Magho & Lower Lough Erne Perched on the opposite end of Northern Ireland (from Belfast), the Cliffs of Magho and Lower Lough Erne is one of the best places in Northern Ireland for views across the countryside. Once here, make sure to explore go on a forest drive through the area or head out on foot on a cliff walk. The whole area is stunning and it\u2019s just so peaceful. 6.) Explore Derry Derry (also called Londonderry) may not be as popular as Belfast but add it to your list for its history, architecture, stunning skyline, and hip festivals. It really is one of the best places in Northern Ireland to visit if you want an authentic slice of Northern Irish life. Once you\u2019re here, check out the 17th Century walls, the 12 Bogside Murals on Rossville St., the Guildhall, the Tower Museum, the Museum of Free Derry, and The Peace Bridge which is easily the most beautiful bridge in Northern Ireland. Oh, and don\u2019t forget to pop into\u00a0\u00a0Brown bonds Hill that makes some of the best grub in Derry. 7.) Walk Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge Cross Northern Ireland\u2019s most famous rope bridge, the Carrick-a-Rede which is close to Ballintoy in County Antrim. It connects the mainland to the small island of Carrickarede and is 20 metres wide and 30 metres above the rocks (enough to make you gulp). Apparently, there have been bridges crossing to the island for centuries, way back when local fisherman used to look for salmon nearby. Open all year round (as long as weather permits). Plus, if you\u2019re interested in volcanoes,\u00a0Carrickarede island is said to be one of the very best volcanic plugs in all the country. 8.) See Giant\u2019s Causeway For me, visiting a new place is always about finding something unique to the area. And you know what, that\u2019s what Giant\u2019s Causeway is for Northern Ireland. With over 40,000 columns, this UNESCO World Heritage Site formed millions of years ago from some sort of volcanic eruption. I\u2019m not going to even attempt to describe how\u2026 my geology is patchy at best. That being said, I do know about the legend of the giants (in Ireland and Scotland) that were challenged to fight. In order for this duel to take place, the giants created a causeway over the ocean (to Scotland)\u2026 so the legend goes. 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With all its valleys, rugged coastlines, beautiful castles and cities, there are so many amazing and best places in Northern Ireland to visit. Now, I might be a little bit biased (my grandparents are from Northern Ireland) but there\u2019s just so many incredible places to explore. What\u2019s more, it\u2019s not just those physical landscapes and places that make Northern Ireland so special. It\u2019s the people! Now, again, I know I\u2019m probably biased but you\u2019ll find some of the friendliest people here. Honestly, it makes travelling around the island such a treat. This is why I wanted to share a few of my favourite and best places in Northern Ireland you should think of visiting. Some of based in the cities, others a little further afield. Whatever the case, I\u2019m almost certain you\u2019ll find a few spots to add on your trip around the country. Take a look below at some of the best places in Nothern Ireland to visit. 1.) Explore Belfast Belfast is the capital city and one of the best places in Northern Ireland to visit for a city break. Once you\u2019re here, visit the Titanic Belfast which has over nine galleries showcasing everything about the Titanic. Head to the HMS Caroline, the Belfast Cathedral, the Crumlin Road Gaol, and indulge in some amazing food at restaurants like Ox, James Street South, The Muddlers Club, and Howard Street. If you\u2019ve got time, take a stroll to see Belfast City Hall and Belfast Castle, too. Finally, if you\u2019re spending a few days in the city, pop out to see Stormont (a few miles from the city centre) that\u2019s well worth seeing. 2.) Find the Glens of Antrim For one of the best places in Northern Ireland to experience for nature, make sure drive through the stunning Glens of Antrim. There are nine in total and each has its own charming and unique character that is incredible to explore. Once here, make sure to explore Glenariff with its rugged beauty and waterfalls is known as the \u201cQueen of the Glens\u201d. Visit the beaches of Glenarm, Ballygally, Cushendall, and Carnlough. Oh, and stop over at Slemish Mountain which is a beaut. If you\u2019re here in August, visit Cushendall for the \u201cHeart of the Glens\u201d music festival that\u2019s pretty fun, too. 3.) Visit Old Bushmills Distillery You can\u2019t go to Northern Ireland and not try some Irish whiskey! Head to the oldest working distillery on the river banks in the quaint village of Bushmills. They have been handcrafting small batches of whiskey for over 400 years (yep, you read that correctly). The distillery is older than some countries! Pop over for a tour and a little taster too! Just make sure to have a designated driver with you. No one likes a drink-driver. 4.) Discover Dunluce Castle Around a 60-minutes drive from Belfast, Dunluce Castle is one of the best places in Northern Ireland to visit if you love castles. Perched right over from Portrush, it\u2019s one beautiful castle that\u2019s history goes back centuries. Now, don\u2019t worry if you don\u2019t drive, you can easily get here by taking the train to Portrush and hopping on a bus or taxi to the castle area itself. Oh, and if you are a Game of Thrones fan, you will probably recognize Dunluce Castle as the House of Greyjoy Castle? 5.) Hike the Cliffs of Magho & Lower Lough Erne Perched on the opposite end of Northern Ireland (from Belfast), the Cliffs of Magho and Lower Lough Erne is one of the best places in Northern Ireland for views across the countryside. Once here, make sure to explore go on a forest drive through the area or head out on foot on a cliff walk. The whole area is stunning and it\u2019s just so peaceful. 6.) Explore Derry Derry (also called Londonderry) may not be as popular as Belfast but add it to your list for its history, architecture, stunning skyline, and hip festivals. It really is one of the best places in Northern Ireland to visit if you want an authentic slice of Northern Irish life. Once you\u2019re here, check out the 17th Century walls, the 12 Bogside Murals on Rossville St., the Guildhall, the Tower Museum, the Museum of Free Derry, and The Peace Bridge which is easily the most beautiful bridge in Northern Ireland. Oh, and don\u2019t forget to pop into\u00a0\u00a0Brown bonds Hill that makes some of the best grub in Derry. 7.) Walk Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge Cross Northern Ireland\u2019s most famous rope bridge, the Carrick-a-Rede which is close to Ballintoy in County Antrim. It connects the mainland to the small island of Carrickarede and is 20 metres wide and 30 metres above the rocks (enough to make you gulp). Apparently, there have been bridges crossing to the island for centuries, way back when local fisherman used to look for salmon nearby. Open all year round (as long as weather permits). Plus, if you\u2019re interested in volcanoes,\u00a0Carrickarede island is said to be one of the very best volcanic plugs in all the country. 8.) See Giant\u2019s Causeway For me, visiting a new place is always about finding something unique to the area. And you know what, that\u2019s what Giant\u2019s Causeway is for Northern Ireland. With over 40,000 columns, this UNESCO World Heritage Site formed millions of years ago from some sort of volcanic eruption. I\u2019m not going to even attempt to describe how\u2026 my geology is patchy at best. That being said, I do know about the legend of the giants (in Ireland and Scotland) that were challenged to fight. In order for this duel to take place, the giants created a causeway over the ocean (to Scotland)\u2026 so the legend goes. Still, to this day, you can see similar columns at Fingal\u2019s Cave in Scotland. Apparently, it\u2019s part of the same lava flow\u2026 though, the Giants will tell you different! 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