Visitors traveling in Northern Ireland have unique opportunities to view ruins and relics of the past, as well as thriving modern cities like Belfast. With so much to see and do Northern Ireland is a perfect vacation destination sure to deliver fun for all.
There are several tour options available walking tours, bus tours, taxi tours cruises and even air tours. Tours visit sites in bustling cities, at ancient structures such as castles and fortifications, and natural wonders like Giant’s Causeway, Mt. Mourne, and Fermanagh Lakelands and more.
The WB or the whowhatwherewhenwhy is an interactive discovery centre located in Belfast. The center is equipped with 160 interactive exhibits to educate and amuse visitors of all ages.
With a wide selections of ancient burial sites, aging celtic crosses, historic abbies and monasteries that speak of Irelands vast religous heritage. Greyabbey has no charge for admission, and is one of the beautiful ancient monastic sites. It is set in rolling parkland and retains a medival ‘physick’ herb garden. Devenish Island is in Lough Erne and can be reached by ferry.
This island is home to a 12th century round tower, and the ruins of Augustinian abbey still retains figures and sculptures. The famous Titanic was designed and built in Belfast Ireland, and today visitors can learn much about the historic ship and its beginnings at theTitanic’s Dock and Pump-House.
Traditional Irish pubs draw many visitors to their shore. Established in 1766 the House of McDonnell pub offers a traditional atmosphere daily and traditional music on Friday and Saturday nights this pub gives visitors a taste of the paste along with their drinks. Just outside Belfast on the shores of Strangford Lough you will find The Saltwater Brig. The Brig has been serving visitors fine food and stout drinks since 1765.
Northern Ireland is a perfect travel destination. No matter what your looking for, historic sights, interactive fun, or just a nice place to have a drink with friends you’ll find it among the green hills of this land. The people are hospitiable, the land beautiful, and the history long and well perserved.
