Northern Ireland Armagh County Museum Learn all there is to know about this beautiful part of the Emerald Isle known as the Orchard County! Armagh is full of rich and interesting history, and you can see it all from prehistoric objects to military uniforms, the Armagh County … Free, Museums
Northern Ireland Aviation Society in Lisburn Are you an aircraft buff? Would you like to get up close and personal with over 40 different aircraft including vintage fighter planes and military helicopters? Look no further, as the Ulster Aviation Society may be the place you are looking for! … Free, Heritage, Museums
Northern Ireland Bann Valley Fishery in County Antrim Are you intrigued by a good day of fishing? Are you looking to add to your list of memorable fishing trips? If so, then Bann Valley is the place for you! Set in the heart of the beautiful Northern Irish countryside, the … Animals and Wildlife, Fishing, Free
Northern Ireland Beaghmore Stone Circles in Cookstown Travel back in time and throw yourself into the prehistoric past at Beaghmore Stone Circles in Cookstown. Discovered during peat cutting in the 1940s, the site consists of 7 stone circles. All of the rings are associated with cairns and a stone … Free, Heritage, Sightseeing, Walking, Historical Sites
Northern Ireland Belmore Forest – Pollnagollum Cave Walk in County Fermanagh Belmore Forest includes the infamous Belmore Mountain with a summit elevation above 390 metres which is Fermanagh’s second highest point. This unique view is only offered in County Fermanagh where you can see Boho, Lough Navar, the Brougher Mountain and much, much … Free, Heritage, Tours, Walking, Mountains, Trails
Northern Ireland Bogside Artists in County Londonderry The Bogside Artists are a trio of brothers Tom and William Kelly, and Kevin Hasson who are mural painters from Derry, Northern Ireland. Head to the Bogside Artists and experience the series of twelve large murals created which stretches along the whole … Art Galleries and Installations, Creative, Free, Heritage, Tours, Walking
Northern Ireland Botanic Gardens in Belfast Fancy a beautiful journey through nature? Belfast’s Botanic Gardens have a large range of tropical plants, giant bird feeders, rose gardens, alpine gardens, flower beds and sculptures for visitors to enjoy! The gardens have been kept in an immaculate state since their … Free, Gardens, Sightseeing, Walking
Northern Ireland Castle and Gardens in Antrim Are you up for exploring an old castle and soaking up the glorious scenery of its beautifully kept gardens? Come along and visit Antrim Castle & Gardens when in the County Antrim area and enjoy everything these historical grounds have to offer! … Free, Gardens, Heritage, Sightseeing, Castles
Northern Ireland Castle Coole in County Fermanagh Castle Coole, an 18th-century house, not only provides majestic splendour but also action-packed outdoor pleasure. Grab a card or a tracker pack to learn about their exciting family experiences. Explore on foot or bring your bikes and peddle along the picturesque pathways. … Free, Heritage, Tours, Walking, Castles, Historical Sites, Ice Skating
Northern Ireland Castle Fairy Trail in County Antrim Do you want to explore a magical fantasy world? If you are lucky you might even spot a fairy! At Galgrom Castle Fairy Trail, all visitors are welcome to come along and go back to their childhood, by exploring woodlands searching for … Family Friendly, Free, Walking, Woodlands
Northern Ireland Centre for Contemporary Art in Londonderry Attention all artists and general lovers of arts and crafts! The Centre for Contemporary Art in Londonderry encourages everyone interested in the field to come and check out the vast array of artwork that the centre has to offer! The centre is … Art Galleries and Installations, Creative, Free, Museums, Arts and Crafts
Northern Ireland Clifton House in Belfast All visitors are encouraged to visit Clifton House in Belfast! Visitors can experience the magnificent Georgian building, surrounded by tranquil gardens located in the heart of Belfast. In the past, the house was used as a hospital and nursing home for older … Free, Heritage, Historical Sites
Northern Ireland Climb the ‘Stairway to Heaven’ at Cuilcagh Boardwalk Trail Get your walking boots ready! Locally nicknamed “The Stairway to Heaven”, the Cuilcagh Boardwalk Trail is an area of outstanding beauty. The trail meanders through a sweeping expanse of blanket bog, stretching right across the mountain slopes. Located near the Marble Arch … Free, Walking, Climbing
Northern Ireland Discover Narnia at the C.S. Lewis Square Rediscover The Chronicles of Narnia with a walk through CS Lewis Square, a public space commemorating the Belfast-born author, CS Lewis. Featuring seven bronze sculptures from ‘The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe’, including Aslan, The White Witch, Mr Tumnus, The Beavers, … Art Galleries and Installations, Family Friendly, Free, Museums, Literature
Northern Ireland Downhill Demesne & Hezlett House in County Londonderry Downhill Demesne takes you on a journey through a life rooted in history and nature. As you enter this enchanted house, there is plenty to discover. Wander through the 18th-century demesne, discovering dovecotes and gardens along the way, and you’ll come across … Free, Heritage, Historical Sites
Northern Ireland Explore the Giant’s Causeway Follow in the footsteps of giants! Take in the stunning coastal views as you trek along the Giant’s Causeway. Made up of entirely naturally occurring hexagonal pillars, the causeway is a surreal sight. According to legend, these rocks are the remains of … Free, Heritage, Sightseeing, Walking
Northern Ireland Flame Gasworks Museum in Carrickfergus Flame is Ireland’s only preserved Victorian gasworks. FLAME Gasworks opened in 1855 and supplied the town with gas made from coal until 1967. It was subsequently used to distribute gas piped from Belfast until its closure in 1987. The gasworks was restored … Free, Museums
Northern Ireland Guildhall in County Londonderry The guildhall was bult in 1887 by Irish society, the building was named in honour of its connection to the city of London and its guilds. It was officially opened in 1890 as ab administrative centre. Guildhall is one of the most … Free, Heritage, Museums, Tours, Walking
Northern Ireland Joey and Robert Dunlop Memorial Gardens In May 2001 Ballymoney Borough Council officially opened the Joey Dunlop Memorial Garden where visitors have time to reflect on the unprecedented achievements of this much-loved international motorcycling legend. Joey Dunlop, born in Ballymoney in 1952, was affectionately known to motorcycle racing … Free, Gardens, Memorial
Northern Ireland Military History Museum in County Armagh Are you visiting Armagh and looking for a taste of the history surrounding the city and county? Then the Royal Irish Fusiliers Musem is a must for you Stack! Learn all about the rich history of this regiment that originated in Dublin … Free, Heritage, Museums
Northern Ireland Museum at The Mill in Newtownabbey Museum at The Mill invites visitors of all ages to explore the history and heritage of Mossley Mill. Housed within what was originally the wet spinning floor of the mill, the museum tells the story of Mossley Mill and the people who … Free, Heritage, Museums
Northern Ireland Museum of Free Derry near Londonderry Are you interested in learning about history? if yes then come visit the Museum of Free Derry near Londonderry which opened in 2007. The Museum of Free Derry was made to remember and understand the city’s local history and its contribution to … Free, Museums
Northern Ireland North Down Museum in County Down Are you visiting the County Down area and looking for something to add to your stack? Why not soak up some of the local histories at the North Down Museum? Visitors can listen to the stories of North Down’s past and present … Free, Heritage, Museums
Northern Ireland Northern Ireland War Museum in Belfast Discover the story of Northern Ireland during the Second World War. Situated in Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter the museum preserves and displays a unique collection relating to the Belfast Blitz, the American forces, the Ulster Home Guard, industry, and the role of women … Free, Museums
Northern Ireland The James Connolly Visitor Centre in Belfast Located only yards from where Connolly lived on the Falls Road, Áras Uí Chonghaile is a modern, inspirational, visitor centre epitomising the character and fabric of the Falls Road. It is a place of welcome for people with all politics and of … Free, Museums
Northern Ireland Tours of Belfast City Hall All visitors in the Belfast area are encouraged to check out Belfast City Hall! Located at the centre of Donegall Square, the civic headquarters of Belfast City Council is open to the public 7 days a week! Come and check out the … Free, Heritage, Tours, Historical Sites
Northern Ireland Ulster Aviation Society in Lisburn If you have an interest in aviation, then the Ulster Aviation Society’s collection is the must-see for you! It is a heritage collection of over 40 aircrafts and vehicles, including vintage World War Two fighters, Cold War-era fast jets and helicopters. Located … Free, Heritage, Museums, Tours
Northern Ireland Ulster Museum in Belfast Take a journey through space and time at Ulster Museum! Grab your family and friends and come along to discover all of the fascinating things to see at Ulster Museum! Guaranteed to provide visitors with a memorable experience and welcome them with … Art Galleries and Installations, Family Friendly, Free, Museums
Northern Ireland Van Morrison Walking Tour The Van Morrison trail is a wonderful opportunity for you to visit some of the places that Morrison knew as a child growing up in East Belfast. This 3.5km trail will take you on a journey through the east Belfast of Van’s … Free, Tours, Music
Northern Ireland Visir the Newry and Mourne Museum in County Down Established in 1986, Newry and Mourne Museum aims to provide a dynamic and inclusive recreational and educational resource reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the local area. The museum’s diverse collections currently include material relating to prehistory; Newry’s Cistercian foundations; Ulster’s Gaelic … Free, Museums
Northern Ireland Visit 5th Century Monastic Ruins in County Down Nendrum Monastery was a Christian monastery on Mahee Island in Strangford Lough, County Down. Nendrum is thought to have been set up by St Machaoi in the 5th Century and also has links to St Patrick in later sources. The monastery consists … Free, Heritage, Historical Sites, Islands
Northern Ireland Visit a Photo Gallery in Belfast Belfast Exposed is Northern Ireland’s leading photography organisation. Plan your visit with their exhibitions, events, courses, and recommendations for other activities in Belfast. Explore the exhibitions on display in the three galleries and relax in the bookshop complete with self-published, limited edition … Art Galleries and Installations, Free, Museums, Photography
Northern Ireland Visit an Early 20th Century Fort in Helen’s Bay Grey Point Fort is one of the best preserved early 20th century coastal forts anywhere in the British Isles. Situated in Helen’s Bay, Grey Point Fort houses a most unusual hands-on military museum. It also hosts a number of special commemorative events … Free, Heritage, Historical Sites
Northern Ireland Visit Aughakillymaude Community Mummers Centre in Fermanagh Aughakillymaude’s Mummers Centre boasts an intricate display of detailed mumming sculptures of Ireland and abroad that recite nonsensical mumming rhymes, a photographic exhibition on mumming, a wickerman effigy and video documentary on mumming bonfire rituals. Groups/Schools can participate in straw craft and … Free, Museums
Northern Ireland Visit Carrickfergus Museum Interested in the local history of Carrickfergus? Want to find out who William of Orange was? Learn all about it at Carrickfergus Museum! It is a local museum interpreting the long and distinguished history of the town and surrounding area, with artefacts … Free, Museums
Northern Ireland Visit Dan Winter’s House in Armagh This amazingly preserved house was the ancestral home of Dan Winters, one of the founding members of the Orange Order. In fact, the house is generally accepted as the meeting place following the Battle of the Diamond; where the decision to form … Free, Museums, Historical Sites, Houses
Northern Ireland Visit Mountsandel Fort in Coleraine Located in the middle of the gorgeous Mountsandel Forest is the remains of Mountsandel Fort. The Fort is a State Care Historic Monument which dates back to 7000BC and the early Mesolithic and Iron Ages. It sits on the edge of a … Free, Sightseeing, Forests, Forts, Historical Sites
Northern Ireland Visit The Abington Collection in Omagh Go on a walk in the past and explore over 50 years of passionate collecting. The Abingdon Collection is a small privately owned speciality museum based near the Ulster American Folk Park in Omagh. The Collection spans over fifty years of interest … Free, Museums, Tours
Northern Ireland Visit the Andrew Jackson Centre in Carrickfergus Are you interested in military history; particularly the American military? This is a museum dedicated to the US Rangers, the elite American army regiment formed at Sunnylands Camp in Carrickfergus in June 1942. This ‘Commando style’ unit was made up solely of … Free, Museums
Northern Ireland Visit the Iconic Linen Hall Library in Belfast “…the very words ’the Linen Hall Library’ represent not just books, but better hopes for the way we live.” – Seamus Heaney The Linen Hall Library is a truly unique institution. Founded in 1788, it is the oldest library in Belfast and … Free, Heritage, Library, Literature
Northern Ireland Visit the Irish Linen Centre & Lisburn Museum Welcome to the Irish Linen Centre & Lisburn Museum. Originally a museum focusing on the local history of Lisburn and the Lagan Valley, the museum expanded in 1994 with the opening of the Irish Linen Centre. The Museum and its collections are … Free, Museums
Northern Ireland Visit the Wilson Ancestral Home near Strabane Take a step back in time and enter the world of the “White House” with a visit to the Wilson Ancestral Home. Guided tours give an insight into the history behind our rich Ulster-American connections and how the fate of the 28th … Free, Heritage, Tours
Northern Ireland Void Gallery in County Londonderry If you love Contemporary art this is the place to be, with up to 6 exhibitions per year you will be amazed. Void Gallery caters for all ages from Early years to families, many schools and colleges have enjoyed the learning programs … Art Galleries and Installations, Creative, Free, Heritage, Tours, Walking
Northern Ireland War Years Remembered Museum in County Antrim Would you like to learn more about Ireland and Britain’s roles in both world wars over the years? Discover wartime artefacts and stories? War Years Remembered is the perfect place to add to your stack! The museum promises to provide visitors with … Free, Heritage, Museums
