08/09/2026
SAVE this for your Northern Ireland planning! ☘️
This itinerary covers the perfect mix of highlights, hidden gems, and set-jetting locations across Northern Ireland 😍
If you’re into medieval castles, dramatic landscapes, mystical forests, insane geological wonders, and Game of Thrones filming locations, this guide is for you!
Swipe for a breakdown of the days ➡️
✨These stops are the perfect start if you’re driving up from Dublin - they’re all close together in County Down, which is not too far out of the way as you’re driving up to Belfast! 🚗
✨Game of Thrones fans will be excited to know that all of these sites are filming locations 🤓 Stay tuned for a FULL Game of Thrones guide to Northern Ireland coming soon!
✨End your day in Belfast - I highly recommend going to the Titanic Museum and then just soaking up the vibes in the historic center. Find yourself a pub with trad music and enjoy the nightlife this eclectic industrial city! 🎵
✨Spend a slow morning exploring Belfast before heading out for the day. If you have time, do a walking tour and learn about the city’s turbulent history.
⚔️If you’re a Game of Thrones fan, this is where you want to fit in the Studio Tour, as it’s close to Belfast! It is 10000% worth it for lovers of Westeros.
➡️If you’re not a fan and want to go straight to the Causeway Coast, I’d recommend replacing it with Torr Head scenic drive.
✨Stop at the Hidden Village of Galyboly, an abandoned glen nestled at the foot of the mountains along the Antrim Coast. It’s an idyllic spot that most people completely miss, with 360-degrees views of the mountains and coastline 😍
✨Head to Kinbane Castle for some dramatic castle ruins on a small peninsula - these are some of the most spectacular views you’ll find in Northern Ireland. Just prepare for a steep hike down and up!
Day 3 takes you further up the Causeway Coast, and luckily most of these stops are very close to each other.
✨I’d suggest starting with the Dark Hedges early in the morning to avoid massive crowds (it takes from the atmosphere!).
✨Then move onto Dunluce Castle, another beautiful crumbling castle on the cliffs. Make sure to go to the viewpoint across the road for
