WHY YOU HAVE TO VISIT THE GIANT’S CAUSEWAY WHEN IN NORTHERN IRELAND
The Giant’s Causeway is the most fascinating and most adventurous place to be in the whole world. Are you planning to visit Northern Ireland? Are you already in Belfast city, Northern Ireland’s capital? Are you planning your holiday tour? You have every reason to visit the Giant’s Causeway. There are million reasons why you can’t afford to miss an opportunity to experience the adventure, feel the breeze and unlock the anxiety of being at the world’s infamous chief tourist attraction point. You have not gone places if you are yet to visit the Giant’s Causeway!
The Giant’s Causeway is the home of world-famous basalt columns fringed by the wild North Atlantic Ocean and a landscape of breathe taking cliffs and it remains unforgettable and unmistakable throughout your entire life once you have visited it. The Giant’s Causeway is strategically located in an area which is easily accessible from Belfast city by road and railway.
When it comes to travelling from Belfast to the Giant’s Causeway by road, Allen's Tours to the Giant’s Causeway does it all for you. Allen’s Tours to the Giant’s Causeway was awarded the best tour company worldwide and its World Host accredited. You can be sure that the experience you get out of visiting the Giant’s Causeway is world class and one that you will remember for a lifetime.
Below is a list of some of the most fascinating features and natural phenomena you will enjoy once you are at the Giant’s Causeway;
1. The polygonal columns of layered basalt, the only UNESCO World Heritage Site in Northern Ireland which acts as the focal point of an area of outstanding natural beauty and which has attracted visitors from all parts of the world for centuries harboring a variety of local and natural history.
2. Experience the mystery and stories of the landscape in the exhibition area of the award-winning Visitor Centre, which comprises a café serving seasonal, regional fare, and retail zone where you can pick up locally-sourced memories of your causeway trip in the form of beautiful souvenirs and handicrafts.
3. Have a beautiful sight on the Sea birds off the coast around the Causeway, with species such as fulmar, petrel and razorbill being frequently observed alongside rare and unusual plant species on the cliffs and nearby rock formations.
4. Visit the truly innovative Giant’s Causeway Visitor Centre with the art interior designed by award winning architects Heneghan-Peng, the grass roof which offers 360 degree views of the Causeway coastline, the interactive spaces, watch Finn McCool on the big screen and unlock the secrets of this inspirational landscape.
5. Have a look at the fascinating beauty of the trails at the Giant’s Causeway suited to every ability, a challenging coastal hike and in addition, a new accessible cliff top walk for families and people with disabilities suitable for picnics, cliff and country walks, and dogs are welcome on leads.
6. The Innovative pocket size audio guide available in 9 languages: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, Mandarin, Russian and Polish.
7. Take the option of a guided walk led by an experienced member of the National Trust team available daily at hourly intervals during off-peak times and becoming more frequent during peak season.
8. Check out the new retail facility introducing new and exclusive local products as well as fully accessible toilets, changing Places facility for people with disabilities, grab and go style café, Orientation leaflet and amble Parking.
9. Reasonable fee at the Giant’s Causeway categorized for Adults, children, families (2 Adults + 3 Children under 17 years - under 5 years free) and group visits (minimum 15 people) with great discounts.
10. At the Giants causeway Euro, Credit/Debit Cards are accepted and there is free Wi-Fi and an onsite gift shop is also available.
When travelling to the Giant’s Causeway using Allen’s Tours through the famous coast road;
The departure time from Belfast is 9:30am and return time is between 6:30pm and 7:30pm.The first photo stop of the day is usually at Carrickfergus Castle, one of the most preserved medieval castles in Ireland where King William III first set foot in Ireland in 1690.More photo stops are also scheduled as the journey progresses. You will be able to see the breath taking views of the Glens of Antrim on the way.
Some little towns and villages will also be visible on this route including; Glenarm, well known for its abundant salmon fishing and haunted castle, Carnlough with its harbour and distinctive rural character, Ballycastle the home to the one and only 400 year old ‘Oul Lammas Fair’, Carrick a Rede with its death defying rope bridge and stunning views of Rathlin Island, Ballintoy – a delightful coastal town and Giants Causeway café 30 minutes lunch stop.
This is usually a fully guided informative tour through the coast road which you can’t afford to miss! The tour with Allen's Tours is very organized and the departure point is usually at their office at 29 Donegal Rd, opposite the Belfast International Youth Hostel and is it is highly recommended for passengers to arrive 10 minutes prior to tour departure. You can also make prior arrangements to be picked by shuttle from your guest house or hotel.
Why not experience the Giants causeway for yourself?