Shore Excursions in Northern Ireland

Spend your time in port wisely with a day-trip to Ireland's North Coast. Meet your driver at Belfast Cruise Terminal for a scenic journey up Ireland's Causeway Coast, known for its coastal cliffs, exquisite views and unique geological formations"•including the Giant's Causeway, thousands of columns of layered basalt believed to have resulted from volcanic eruptions. Enjoy some exploring, then head out to see the precariously perched ruins of Dunluce Castle (and learn about its tumultuous past). Afterward return to Belfast for a bit of sightseeing before reboarding your cruise ship.

See the Giant's Causeway and best of Belfast on a full-day shore excursion. When your cruise ship docks, board an air-conditioned minivan and take a scenic drive along Antrim's Causeway Coast. Experience the hexagonal basalt rocks of the Giant's Causeway and visit the Causeway Visitor Centre (own expense), admire clifftop Dunluce Castle, and enjoy a panoramic tour of Belfast, with free time to shop, stroll, and sightsee. Port pickup and drop-off are included.

Make the most of your time in Belfast on this hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus tour. On this shore excursion, use your 1-day pass to hop aboard the double-decker, open-top bus for a panoramic sightseeing excursion. With 15 strategically placed stops, see top attractions like Titanic Dock, St Anne's Cathedral and Belfast Botanic Gardens. Hop off at every stop, or relax with your audio guide for the full 60-minute city loop.

The Giant's Causeway is Northern Ireland's most visited natural wonder and only UNESCO World Heritage site. On this shore excursion, maximize your time in Belfast and head straight to the Giant's Causeway in order to arrive before the crowds. Also included are photo stops at the Carrick-A-Rede Rope Bridge, Dunluce Castle, and Cushendall, and a visit to Belfast's famous Peace Wall and murals.