The 6 Best Belfast Shore Excursions

1.Shore Excursion: Giants Causeway Tour From Belfast Port

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 625 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $88Our pick

Travel from Belfast port along Northern Ireland’s scenic coast to the Giant’s Causeway, with local guides such as Amanda, Barry, Paddy, and Patrick. You’ll have time at the basalt columns, lunch in Ballycastle, a Dunluce Castle photo stop, Portaneevy views, Cushendall, and a Belfast drive-by tour.

“Great tour! Took this off the cruise ship and it was not only convenient (picked us up right at the port), but our guide was wonderful and very knowledgeable telling us all about everything we were seeing. Very cognizant about getting back to ship with time to spare before all-aboard. Highly recommend this tour to see the Giant’s Causeway if you are taking a cruise here!”

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2.Shore Excursion from Belfast: Including Giants Causeway and Belfast City.

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 192 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $106

Travel from Belfast port in a small Paddywagon coach to Giant’s Causeway, Dunluce Castle, the Dark Hedges, and Belfast city center. Expect live commentary, Wi-Fi, coastal views, and about eight hours on the road. Guides have included Angelina, Jillian, Eduardo, and Tom, though the exact guide and route can vary.

“We were greeted with a warm smile and cheerful demeanor from Jillian and I just knew it was going to be a good tour! Gorgeous views, breathtaking sights. Our driver Derek got us closer to the sites for great views and photos. A lovely, relaxed day. Enjoyed the tour!”

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3.Shore Excursion: Giants Causeway Tour From Belfast Port (Extra Leg Room Bus)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 139 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $109

From Belfast Port, ride an extra-legroom coach to Giant’s Causeway with a local driver-guide such as Stephen, Jim, John, or Paul. You’ll see Dunluce Castle, Portaneevy, Ballycastle, Cushendall, the Antrim coast, and selected Belfast sights. Expect about 7 to 8 hours, some walking, live commentary, and a group of no more than 27.

“This was a great tour. There were four of us and we all thoroughly enjoyed this ride out of Belfast to the Causeway. The country is beautiful. We had plenty of stops and our driver told great stories about the history of Ireland. The bus was comfortable with plenty of legroom. He pointed out sites as he drove and we also stopped at the walls in Belfast to take pics before heading back to our ship. Our guide is really why we all enjoyed it so much. Would definitely recommend this excursion!”

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4.Giant’s Causeway and Titanic Experience from Belfast Port

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 119 reviews · 7 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $89

From Belfast Port, this 7 to 9 hour coach tour combines Titanic Belfast, the Giant’s Causeway, Dunluce Castle, Carrick-a-Rede viewpoints, the Dark Hedges, and city sights. Guides such as Peter, Justin, and Gavin provide live commentary, while the Titanic entrance is included. Expect a full day with limited meal time.

“It’s everything they say. Beautiful drive to the causeway and tour downtown. Titanic museum was wonderful. Drive was not nice to one elderly lady who was having some anxiety. He could have been more empathetic towards her.”

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5.Private Shore Excursion From Belfast Cruise Terminal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) Top rated

Spend 8 to 9 hours with a private driver-guide on Belfast’s north coast. You can visit Giant’s Causeway, Carrick-a-Rede, Bushmills Distillery, Dunluce Castle, White Park Bay, and the Dark Hedges, with time to adjust stops to your interests and mobility needs. Guides may include Murat, John, John Paul, Nigel, or Francis.

“We arranged to be picked up at the cruise terminal and our guide (John Paul) was waiting for us as promised. Our tour was very interesting and John Paul was very knowledgeable, and was willing to customize our tour in real time. The vehicle was very nice and John Paul was fantastic. I would highly recommend this tour company, and in particular, John Paul!”

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6.Private Giants Causeway Tour From Belfast Cruise Terminal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.)

Travel in a private vehicle from Belfast Cruise Terminal along the Antrim Coast Road to the Giant’s Causeway. Your guide can adjust the day around your interests, with stops at Carrick-a-Rede, White Park Bay, Bushmills Distillery, Dunluce Castle, and the Dark Hedges. Rope bridge tickets, food, and entrance fees cost extra.

“Tour guide was wonderful, very knowledgeable and personable. Took us to all the places we wanted to see. Lunch was delicious. Thank You, will definitely book again. Best, Nandani”

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