Giant's Causeway Day Trip from Dublin

From€75
14 hours
Dublin, Ireland

About this activity

Experience Northern Ireland's natural wonders and rich history on a full-day trip from Dublin, featuring the Giant's Causeway, Dark Hedges, Dunluce Castle, and Belfast city center.

Highlights

  • Explore the UNESCO-listed Giant's Causeway
  • Stroll through the enchanting Dark Hedges
  • Discover the historic Dunluce Castle
  • Panoramic views of the Causeway Coast
  • Free time to explore Belfast city center

Full description

Set off from Dublin on an unforgettable journey to Northern Ireland's most iconic sites. Marvel at the 37,000 interlocking basalt columns of the Giant's Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Wander through the mystical Dark Hedges, a favorite backdrop for photographers and Game of Thrones fans. Visit the dramatic Dunluce Castle, perched atop cliffs overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Enjoy free time in Belfast to explore its vibrant culture and history. This day trip offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and cultural exploration, ensuring memories that will last a lifetime.

Included / Excluded

  • Round-trip transportation from Dublin
  • Guided tour of Giant's Causeway
  • Visit to the Dark Hedges
  • Meals and beverages

Meeting point

Start Location

Suffolk Street, Molly Malone Statue, Dublin 2, IE

Important information

Know before you book

  • Tour operates in English; ensure you understand the language.
  • Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly.
  • Be prepared for a full-day excursion with multiple stops.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
  • Bring a waterproof jacket, as weather can be unpredictable.
  • Carry a camera to capture the stunning landscapes.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Easy Public Transport
  • Infants Required On Laps

Good to know

  • Infants are welcome, provided that customers bring their own safety seats
  • Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time
  • The tour involves cross-country driving, taking up a noticeable portion of the trip. Please be prepared for a long day
  • The bus journey to the Dark of Hedges lasts around 3.5 hours. Breaks will be taken at service stations in road, where you can buy food and use the toilet facilities
  • This tour includes Northern Ireland, which is politically part of the United Kingdom where sterling pounds may be required for some purchases
  • The UK government, starting in April 2025, has required all tourists visiting the country to apply for an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisations). All the necessary information can be found in the following link
  • A car seat is not mandatory, however you can rent one for €15

Traveler reviews

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Good option

Excellent tour and our guide Patrick excellent. Everything was excellent and our guide Patrick had a lot of patience and managed to make it an excellent day for us. The attraction beautiful. The attractions are beautiful

Trip18436316351Aug 22, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Do not recommend

Our guide was bored and exhausted,v she spent more time complaining about her schedule than "guiding" us. She gave us no support finding a restaurant in Belfast, so we took a wrong turn and ended up in a bad neighborhood. We got desperate and ate at the first place we could find, the food made us all feel sick after. We spent way too much time on the bus and I swear the guide shaved time off how long we were supposed to be at each site based on the itinerary. Truly awful experience.

Stephanie_BAug 17, 2026VIATOR

“Crack” in Belfast

Our tour guide/driver was Jordan , very nice young man . He guided us to the bus in an orderly fashion. The tour destinations were worthy considering the long journey from Dublin . Jordan gave us ample time to do and see everything at each stop . He was very knowledgeable in the subject matter. Thank you Jordan !

capebabeAug 14, 2026VIATOR

Great value

Jonathan was excellent. Causeway was worth the drive

erikaaQ5647MQAug 11, 2026TRIPADVISOR

This full day experience...

This full day experience packed in a lot of different things to see and hear. The driver provides information about Ireland while making your way north to the Giants Causeway in Northern Ireland. It’s like a guided drive. At the stops, you have ample time to explore on your own. Heading back to Dublin included stops in a small seaside town for lunch at an inn before driving to Belfast for time to explore the city. A great trip to see and learn about the northwestern part of Ireland.

Michael_VAug 6, 2026VIATOR

Additional information

Infants are welcome, provided that customers bring their own safety seats Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time. The tour involves cross-country driving, taking up a noticeable portion of the trip. Please be prepared for a long day. The bus journey to the Dark of Hedges lasts around 3.5 hours. Breaks will be taken at service stations in road, where you can buy food and use the toilet facilities. This tour includes Northern Ireland, which is politically part of the United Kingdom where sterling pounds may be required for some purchases. The UK government, starting in April 2025, has required all tourists visiting the country to apply for an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisations). All the necessary information can be found in the following link: