6 Activities
Historical Day Trip Around Northern Ireland
Starts from
Belfast
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Activities
6
Duration
11 hours
Length
143 mi
Guide details
Starts from
Belfast
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Duration
11 hours
Length
143 mi
Jack Parker
Travel Expert
- Visit Neolithic Stone Circle.
- Stop at one of the most picturesque castles in the world.
- Enjoy fantastic comfort food at fantastic local restaurants.
Grab your camera and get ready for some history!
On this trip, you'll be making visits to several of Northern Ireland's historical sites, including 2 Neolithic structures, a stunning clifftop castle and the ruin of a historical priory! The perfect day out for a history buff or a family looking to soak up some of the local history!
On this trip, you'll be making visits to several of Northern Ireland's historical sites, including 2 Neolithic structures, a stunning clifftop castle and the ruin of a historical priory! The perfect day out for a history buff or a family looking to soak up some of the local history!
Grab your camera and get ready for some history!
On this trip, you'll be making visits to several of Northern Ireland's historical sites, including 2 Neolithic structures, a stunning clifftop castle and the ruin of a historical priory! The perfect day out for a history buff or a family looking to soak up some of the local history!
On this trip, you'll be making visits to several of Northern Ireland's historical sites, including 2 Neolithic structures, a stunning clifftop castle and the ruin of a historical priory! The perfect day out for a history buff or a family looking to soak up some of the local history!
Jack Parker
Travel Expert
- Visit Neolithic Stone Circle.
- Stop at one of the most picturesque castles in the world.
- Enjoy fantastic comfort food at fantastic local restaurants.
Day Itinerary
6 Activities
Day 1
143 mi
A Taste of Irish History
On today's trip, you'll be visiting a few of Northern Ireland's many historical sites! You'll start the day with a visit to two of the area's fascinating Bronze Age stone circles, before heading to the Middle Ages at Dunluce Castle! A great day of discovery awaits!
09:001 hr
Shane's Castle
Castle
Open Details
It is thought that Shane's Castle was once an impressive structure full of life and beauty; families and friends would have gathered to share meals and laughter in its grand halls, while knights patrolled its high walls and kept watch over any potential threats. As one can imagine, the burning of this treasured place would have been an incredibly heartbreaking event for all those who cherished it. Despite its destruction, however, it is a place that will always be remembered with fondness by the people whose lives were touched by its presence.
65.1 mi
1 hr 40 min
12:0045 min
Beltany Stone Circle
Landmark
Open Details
Your second stop is the Beltany Stone Circle!
This bronze age stone circle is believed to be around 2000-4000 years old and is most likely the site of passage tombs.
One of the lesser-known Neolithic sites, the Beltany Stone Circle sits alone in a stunning location!
This bronze age stone circle is believed to be around 2000-4000 years old and is most likely the site of passage tombs.
One of the lesser-known Neolithic sites, the Beltany Stone Circle sits alone in a stunning location!
34.3 mi
1 hr
13:451 hr
Junction Bar & Grill
Bar
Open Details
Time for lunch!
Make a stop at the Junction Bar & Grill for some delicious comfort food!
Make a stop at the Junction Bar & Grill for some delicious comfort food!
21.4 mi
40 min
15:251 hr
Dunluce Castle
Historic Site
Open Details
Your next stop - Dunluce Castle - is just a short drive along the coast!
Built atop a rocky outcrop, this 16th Century Castle is about as picturesque a ruin as you will ever find!
The castle is also famous for appearing as the House of Greyjoy in HBO's Game of Thrones!
Built atop a rocky outcrop, this 16th Century Castle is about as picturesque a ruin as you will ever find!
The castle is also famous for appearing as the House of Greyjoy in HBO's Game of Thrones!
15.5 mi
30 min
17:3045 min
Bonamargy Friary
Landmark
Open Details
Your final stop before dinner is the Bonamargy Friary!
Built in 1500, the Bonamargy Friary was the site of a battle between the warring MacQuillian and MacDonnell clans, with the MacDonnells coming out as the victors and taking the Friary from the MacQuillians!
Built in 1500, the Bonamargy Friary was the site of a battle between the warring MacQuillian and MacDonnell clans, with the MacDonnells coming out as the victors and taking the Friary from the MacQuillians!
7.3 mi
15 min
18:301 hr
The Armada Inn
Restaurant
Open Details
Finally, it's time to grab some dinner before heading home!
Offering a great selection of mouthwatering dishes that cater to a variety of dietary requirements!
Offering a great selection of mouthwatering dishes that cater to a variety of dietary requirements!