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Welcome to Northern Ireland

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Northern Ireland welcomes visitors with its stunning landscapes, from the dramatic Giant's Causeway to lush green valleys. Explore its rich history in Belfast, home to the Titanic Museum, and savour the warmth of its people in charming pubs and vibrant cultural quarters.

Holidays in Northern Ireland

Holidaying in Northern Ireland offers a unique blend of benefits, including breathtaking natural beauty with rugged coastlines and serene lakes. The compact size of Northern Ireland allows for easy exploration, ensuring you can experience a wide variety of attractions and activities in a relatively short span of time.

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Seasonal events and must-see locations - Northern Ireland

From the Giant’s Causeway to Belfast’s cultural quarters, Northern Ireland is packed with rewarding day trips and longer breaks.

13 OCT

Alan Davies: Think Ahead, Ulster Hall

Tue 13 Oct 2026 📍 Belfast Ticketed

The comedian and QI regular brings his touring stand-up show to Belfast's historic Ulster Hall, a good midweek night out in the city centre.

14 OCT

Belfast International Arts Festival

Wed 14 Oct 2026 – Sun 8 Nov 2026 📍 Northern Ireland Ticketed

Northern Ireland's largest arts festival brings theatre, dance, music and visual arts to over 30 venues across Belfast.

14 OCT

Belfast International Arts Festival

Wed 14 Oct 2026 – Sun 8 Nov 2026 📍 Belfast Ticketed

Belfast's flagship multi-arts festival returns for its 64th edition with theatre, music, dance and visual arts across more than 30 venues citywide.

14 OCT

Open House Belfast

Wed 14 Oct 2026 – Sun 8 Nov 2026 📍 Belfast Free

Architecture festival by PLACE opens up some of Belfast's most interesting buildings and spaces to the public free of charge.

14 OCT

Snow Patrol Acoustic Shows at the Millennium Forum

Wed 14 Oct 2026 – Sat 17 Oct 2026 📍 Northern Ireland

Acoustic performances by Snow Patrol in Derry~Londonderry.

14 OCT

Mary Beard live, Ulster Hall

Wed 14 Oct 2026 📍 Belfast Ticketed

Classicist and broadcaster Mary Beard appears on stage at the Ulster Hall for an evening of lively talk about the ancient world and why it still matters.

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Cities and towns

Belfast

In Belfast, you'll find fascinating walking, bus and taxi tours, cultural escapes, scientific exhibitions and literary inspirations. Not to mention the superb shopping, beautiful landmarks and top class entertainment.

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Belfast