Giant’s Causeway

Causeway Road, Bushmills, Co. Antrim, BT57 8SU.
Telephone: 028 2073 1582

The Giant’s Causeway, renowned for its polygonal columns of layered basalt, is the only World Heritage Site in Northern Ireland. Resulting from a volcanic eruption 60 million years ago, this is the focal point of a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and has attracted visitors for centuries. It harbours a wealth of local and natural history.

:: Northern Ireland’s only World Heritage Site
:: Icon of Northern Ireland
:: Amphitheatres of stone columns with fanciful names such as the wishing chair, harp and organ
:: Geology, flora and fauna of international importance
:: Beautiful coastal path extends 11 miles to the Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge
:: Wonderful views and coastal scenery
:: Guided tours by arrangement for groups of 15+ people

In 2007 the Giant’s Causeway visitor centre received a National Award of Excellence for ‘Best Tour Visit’ by CIE Tours International, for the 5th consecutive year.

Visitor facilities
Coast: Shop: Refreshments: Guided tours: Suitable for picnics: Country walk: Programme of events: Access for visitors with disability: Facilities for families: Learning: Dogs welcome on leads: Available for functions.

Admission free, Some other tours require booking fees.