Game of Thrones Tour

Northern Ireland’s capital city has a rich history and friendly atmosphere. Today, Belfast is a cosmopolitan city with a fascinating industrial heritage and impressive architecture.

During your first night in Belfast, visit the Cathedral Quarter, the city’s cultural hub centred around St Anne’s Cathedral. Discover its narrow cobbled streets and enjoy some of the best pubs in the city.
Overnight – Belfast

A full day to explore Belfast. Get your bearing by joining an included City Sightseeing Bus Tour. Enjoy refreshments in St George’s Market and visit fascinating attractions such as the iconic Titanic Belfast and the Crumlin Road Gaol.
Overnight – Belfast

Collect your hire car this morning and travel south along the shores of beautiful Strangford Lough towards Castle Ward, the setting for Winterfell. Head to Downpatrick, where you can admire the beautiful Down Cathedral and learn more about Ireland’s patron saint at the Saint Patrick Centre. Nearby lies Inch Abbey, featured in the Game of Throne series as Robb Stark’s camp at Riverrun.
Overnight – County Down

Today you could journey to Linen Mill Studios in Banbridge – home of the Game of Thrones Studio Tour. Here you can explore iconic sets from Winterfell to King’s Landing, uncover the intricacies of filmmaking, and appreciate the exceptional craftsmanship and artistry that brought the globally acclaimed TV series to life.

Alternatively, discover the majestic Mourne Mountains. Hike up Slieve Donard, the highest peak in Northern Ireland. Or you might prefer to venture into Tollymore Forest, the setting for the Wolfswood and the Haunted Forest. Follow enchanting trails along the Shimna River and join a walking tour of iconic locations featured in Game of Thrones.
Overnight – County Down

Head north and follow the stunning Causeway Coastal Route past Carrickfergus Castle. Take a short detour inland and enjoy a scenic view of Shillanavogy Valley and Slemish Mountain, featured in the series as the Dothraki Grasslands. Continue following the coast towards Cushendun Caves, the setting of Storms End. Finally, arrive in the seaside town of Ballycastle.
Overnight – Ballycastle area

Rise early and head south to the Dark Hedges, a beautiful tree-lined avenue which you might recognise as the Kingsroad. Then, explore the wild Glenariff Forest Park, an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and follow forest trails past waterfalls and a sheer plunging gorge. Alternatively, you could take a day trip to the rugged and tranquil Rathlin Island.
Overnight – Ballycastle area

Make your way west along the North Antrim Coast and stop by Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge suspended high above the sea. Nearby, you could visit the picturesque harbour at Ballintoy, the setting for the Iron Islands. Leave plenty of time to visit the Giant’s Causeway, a striking coastal landscape of thousands of basalt stone columns.
Overnight – Portrush area

Start your day by exploring the iconic 16th-century Dunluce Castle, perched on dramatic coastal cliffs and the location of Pyke Castle, House of Greyjoy. Book a tour at the Old Bushmills Distillery, or travel back to the coast and enjoy an afternoon at the beach. Portstewart Strand was featured in the series as the Coast of Dorne, while nearby Downhill Beach is Dragonstone.
Overnight – Portrush area

After breakfast, your Northern Irish escape will come to an end. Belfast is located approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes from Portrush. If you have time before your departure, you might wish to continue exploring the Causeway Coastal Route.