Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland's beauty is intertwined with a colourful history, rich culture and the renowned friendliness of its people.

From the wild and rugged beauty of the Sperrin Mountains and the majesty of the Giants Causeway to the magnificent Fermanagh Lakes, one of the most unspoilt landscapes in Europe, the six counties, Antrim, Armagh, Down, Fermanagh, Londonderry and Tyrone are just waiting to be discovered and offer a wide range of activities, from horse riding and golf to fishing the unspoilt waters in beautiful places. Golfers can get into the swing on the windswept dunes of world championship courses at Royal County Down and Royal Portrush, and enjoy the unparalleled challenge of lesser known links courses at Portstewart and Castlerock.

Indeed for such a small place, Northern Ireland is bursting with things to see and do.

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For such a small place, Northern Ireland is bursting with things to see and do, if you are spending a week in Northern Ireland this list should give you a good starting point:

Downpatrick, Down
Visit St. Patrick's grave, Down Cathedral and the excellent interactive St. Patrick's Visitor Centre.

Mourne Mountains, Down
Spectacular mountains which inspired Percy French, they literally sweep down to the sea, perfect for walking.

Giant's Causeway, Antrim
Amazing geological phenomenon situated on the stunning Antrim coast. In legend, the Giant's Causeway was the work of Finn McCool, a giant who is said to have inhabited a draughty Antrim crag.

Walls of Derry
Visitors can walk the one-mile route along the City's walls - it is the best preserved walled city in Ireland. Also worth a visit, is the award-winning Tower Museum.

St. Columb's and Saint Eugene's cathedrals, Londonderry
Both are situated in Londonderry and give a fascinating insight into Ulster's history.

Fermanagh Lakes
Stunningly beautiful and perfect for fishing and cruising.

Ulster American Folk Park, Tyrone
Fascinating outdoor museum telling the story of emigration from Ulster to America

Armagh City
The ecclesiastical capital of Ireland, with two cathedrals both dedicated to St Patrick. St Patrick's Trian Visitor Centre tells the history of Armagh.

Hillsborough Village, Down
Historical Georgian village with Hillsborough Castle, home to the Secretary of State, Hillsborough Fort and Forest Park.

Sperrin Mountains, Tyrone & Londonderry
An area of outstanding natural beauty and the perfect rural location for walking, cycling and fishing.

Marble Arch Caves, Fermanagh
Plunge into the magical underworld, of stalagmites and stalactites, with an underground boat trip through the caves.

Rathlin Island, Antrim
Dedicated naturalists should not miss a trip to Rathlin Island whose rugged cliffs are home to the biggest seabird colony in Europe.

Ardboe Cross, Tyrone
1,000 year old monument, one of the greatest historic treasures of the Lough Neagh area.