Travel Northen Ireland

About Northern Ireland

Modern Northern Ireland is a cosmopolitan destination which blends natural beauty and culture to produce a place like no other. For sports fans, it has some of the world's great golf courses, such as Portrush, while the coast of Antrim offers sublime coastal views. Belfast has a music and clubbing scene to rival anywhere in Europe, and areas like Mourne allow vacationers to get away from it all as well. And the best thing for transatlantic visitors - the people of Northern Ireland have a famously warm relationship with North Americans, so expect a hearty welcome.

Quick Guide to Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland is undergoing a tourism boom, thanks to its natural beauty and its youthful, optimistic people. For many people, Belfast is a must-visit - and anyone heading to the capital should buy a Smartlink Travel Card to help them get around. Outside Belfast, the Giant's Causeway, the waters of Lough Neagh and the dramatic Carrick-A-Rede rope bridge shouldn't be missed. Neither should the gorgeous Mountains of Mourne - where vacationers can join activity tours featuring canoeing, hiking and climbing.

Arriving in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland's main airport is at Belfast, which is served by United Airlines and Virgin Atlantic. Direct flights travel from Newark and Orlando, placing travelers from North America right at the heart of Northern Ireland. Alternative routes include taking a plane to Dublin or London, and then catching a train or connecting flight.

Traveling around Northern Ireland

Visitors to Northern Ireland can easily see everything, as the area packs a lot to do into a small area. If you base yourself in a cottage in the Mourne Mountains, or a hotel in Belfast, a rental car can reach any town or attraction in less than an hour. Public transport is excellent, and Translink offers family train and bus tickets that can save visitors money.