HMS Caroline

City Sightseeing Belfast - The open-top bus tour gives you the chance to ride around the city, whilst hopping on and off at many different bus stops around Belfast at your own leisure. With informative audio guide commentary available in 6 languages, you'll be inundated with plenty of interesting information and stories. The tour starts at Belfast City Hall where you can do some shopping at the Wickerman and Carrolls gift shops whilst you admire the Albert Memorial Clock. Continue your journey to Stop 2 SSE Arena where you can visit the Big Fish Sculpture, Customs House and McHughs Bar. Once ready, continue your journey to Stops 4 and 5 where you will go back in time and visit the Titanic Quarter, the Titanic Belfast and SS Nomadic. See the Titanic Dock and Pump House, and the HMS Caroline! Hop-on and off at Stops 6 - 12 to see all the City Government Buildings with their fantastic architecture, and take a stroll through St. George's Market - the UK's largest indoor market. See the cultural side of Belfast at The Grand Opera House, The Five Points, Queen's University, the Botanic Gardens, the International Wall Murals, the Spectrum Centre, and the Shankill Road Wall Murals. Enjoy the view from the top of our iconic red double-decker buses, and whenever you spot something you would like to explore further, just hop-off and hop back on whenever you're ready to continue with your journey. City Sightseeing is the best way to visit Belfast at your own pace, so book your ticket today! Tour Stops: 1. Belfast City Hall 2. SSE Arena 3. Titanic Quarter 4. HMS Caroline 5. Titanic Belfast 6. Waterfront / Laganside / St. George's Market 7. Great Victoria Street 8. Dublin Road 9. Shaftsbury Square 10. Queen's University 11. Eglantine Avenue 12. Cultúrlan McAdam Ó Fiaich 13. Falls Road 14. International Wall Murals 15. Belfast Peace Wall 16. Spectrum Tourist Information Centre 17. Shankill Memorial Garden 18. Crumlin Road Gaol 19. Donegall Street

Experience Belfast on an open-top bus tour and soak up the city’s vibrant atmosphere at your own pace over 1 or 2 days. With 19 stops, you can fully explore each location and take in all the sights. The tour takes you through the iconic Titanic Quarter, the birthplace of the RMS Titanic, and travels through the famous peace lines and walls, where you can view the powerful political murals. Enjoy stunning panoramic views from the top deck as you make your way to each stop. Hop off at any stop, explore as long as you wish, and catch the next bus every 20 to 30 minutes. Your ticket also includes discounts for entry to some of Belfast’s top attractions STOP 1 - Donegall Square West STOP 2 - SSE Arena - Odyssey, W5 Discovery, Cinema, Bowling STOP 3 - Titanic Quarter - Premier Inn STOP 4 - HMS Caroline - Titanic Dock, Green Light - Maritime Mile STOP 5 - Titanic Belfast - Titanic Visitor Experience, SS Nomadic STOP 6 - St. George’s Market - Market Days - Friday, Saturday, and Sunday STOP 7 - Great Victoria Street - Crown Bar, Europa Hotel, Grand Opera House STOP 8 - Dublin Road - Golden Mile, Etap Hotel STOP 9 - Shaftsbury Square, Lavery's Bar, Crescent Arts Centre STOP 10 - Queens University - Ulster Museum, Botanic Gardens, Tropical Hot House STOP 11 - Eglantine Avenue - International Football Stadium, Lisburn Road Shopping STOP 12 - Culturlann McAdam O'Fiaich - Art Gallery, Bookshop and Gifts STOP 13 - Falls Road - Falls Memorial Garden, Bobby Sands Mural STOP 14 - International Peace Wall - Peace wall, St Peter's Cathedral STOP 15 - Peace Wall - Sign The Famous Wall STOP 16 - Spectrum Centre - Shankill Road - Murals History STOP 17 - Remembrance Garden - Shankill Road STOP 18 - Crumlin Road Jail House STOP 19 - Donegall Street - Cathedral Quarter St Patricks, St Anne's Cathedral

*Day 1 - Giant's Causeway Tour Your journey begins at the historic Carrickfergus Castle, a Norman stronghold built in 1177 AD. One of the best-preserved medieval structures in Ireland, it offers a fantastic opportunity to capture stunning photographs. Next, we’ll travel along the breathtaking coastal road to Carnlough Harbour, a charming fishing village steeped in history. Fans of Game of Thrones will recognize this as the Free City of Braavos, making it a delightful stop for both history enthusiasts and TV buffs alike. Continuing along the scenic coast, we’ll arrive at Portaneevy Viewpoint. Here, you’ll enjoy panoramic views of the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge and the rugged coastline. While we can’t currently access the bridge itself due to coach tour restrictions, this stop is perfect for photos and soaking in the dramatic scenery. Our next destination is the iconic Dark Hedges, one of the most photographed natural wonders in Northern Ireland. Known as the Kingsroad in Game of Thrones, this avenue of 300-year-old beech trees provides a magical setting for that perfect Instagram shot. This is also our main lunch stop for the day, where you can enjoy your pre-packed meal or choose from the menu at The Hedges Hotel. From here, we visit the quaint village of Bushmills, famous for its rich history and as the home of the world-renowned Old Bushmills Distillery. With its enchanting charm and stunning landscapes, this village is a must-see on the North Coast. Before our main attraction, we’ll make a quick photo stop at the Dunluce Castle ruins. Built in the 13th century, this medieval castle sits dramatically on a cliffside and is recognized as the Great Castle of Pyke in Game of Thrones. Finally, we arrive at the highlight of the tour—the Giant’s Causeway, often referred to as the 8th Wonder of the World. This UNESCO World Heritage site features around 40,000 hexagonal basalt columns, formed by volcanic activity 60 million years ago. According to legend, however, the Causeway was created by the giant Finn McCool, a tale we’ll share, leaving you to decide the truth for yourself! We’ll conclude the day by returning to Belfast around 6 PM, leaving you with memories of an unforgettable adventure. *Day 2-3 Hop on Hop off Tour Belfast Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour Discover the charm and history of Belfast with this comprehensive hop-on hop-off bus tour. With 19 stops around the city, you’ll have the freedom to explore all the key attractions at your own pace. The tour runs seven days a week, and your ticket is valid for two full days, offering flexibility and convenience. If you choose to stay onboard for the full route, the tour lasts approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, providing an insightful overview of this special city. Key stops include iattractions such as Titanic Belfast (discounts available), Crumlin Road Jail, HMS Caroline, Queen’s University, Botanic Gardens, and the powerful political wall murals that tell the story of Belfast’s history.

Day 1 You depart Dublin and travel north. You pass through picturesque countryside as you journey to Belfast, the capital of Northern Ireland. Here you take a short city tour which covers the capital’s triumphs, tragedies and soul. You get time to discover the Titanic Quarter, a regenerated hub where the famous liner was built and launched in 1911. Leaving its excellent museums and attractions by the afternoon, we head into the incredible rural landscapes of County Down, where you can discover the world famous gardens and estate at Mount Stewart. After exploring the dignified majesty of the 19th century estate, you’ll be driven a short way to the seaside town of Bangor, your cosy base for the next two nights. Day 2  Leaving Bangor in the morning, you head north, following the winding and magnificent Causeway Coastal Route. A truly sensational experience, the journey encapsulates the sweeping valleys and eternal beauty of The Emerald Isle. Along the way you make stops in Glenarm and Ballycastle as well as some splendid attractions. In the afternoon, you enter Giant’s Causeway, where geological beauty and myth collide spectacularly. Leaving Giant’s Causeway, we venture through iconic locations from the TV series*, Game of Thrones, and discover the rich heritage of coastal Ireland. Then you head back to your accommodation in Bangor, where you can relax with a craft beer in one hand and locally caught seafood in the other. *You may have a chance to see the Dark Hedges. Day 3 Beginning a new day of sights and adventures, you leave Bangor and set out along the Ards Peninsula. At Portaferry, we set off on the picturesque ferry across the “Narrows” of Strangford Loch, where you have ample time for photos, whilst taking in the sights, sounds and scents of the loch. Then it’s off to Castle Ward, the location for Winterfell from Game of Thrones. You have the opportunity to discover where the famed and fictional Starks made their dwelling, and what living conditions would have been like for the real residents. From here, you follow in the holy footsteps of St Patrick through his historic, beautiful country. You will have time for lunch here and perhaps a visit to Down Cathedral in Downpatrick or the St Patrick’s centre. Then it’s a stunning, winding drive into the Mourne Mountains, where you’ll stand in awe amongst the towering granite peaks. From here we have a final stop at the shores of Carlingford Loch, before arriving in Dublin.