The 6 Best Belfast Shore Excursions

1.Shore Excursion: Giants Causeway Tour From Belfast Port

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 625 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $88Our pick

Travel from Belfast port along Northern Ireland's scenic coast to Giant's Causeway, Dunluce Castle, Ballycastle, and Portaneevy. Your local guide shares folklore and Belfast history, with guides such as Amanda, Barry, Paddy, and Patrick praised for clear commentary and careful timing. Lunch is at your own expense.

“Amazing excursion! Amanda our tour guide was a lot of fun and very knowledgeable about all things Ireland. The best excursion of our trip so far!”

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2.Shore Excursion: Giant’s Causeway Tour Including Belfast City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 249 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $41Best value

Spend about nine hours touring Northern Ireland from Belfast cruise port to Dunluce Castle, Giant’s Causeway, the Antrim Coast, Carrickfergus Castle, and Belfast’s murals. Guides such as Lisa, Troy, Louie, and Gavin are praised for lively commentary, though city sightseeing is mainly from the bus.

“I believe Gavin is the best tour guide we have ever had on an excursion. Excellent information and interesting stories.Took us to great photo spots. You can't beat the price. Best bargain for a great tour.”

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3.Shore Excursion from Belfast: Including Giants Causeway and Belfast City.

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 192 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $106

Travel from Belfast port along the Antrim Coast to Giant’s Causeway, Dunluce Castle, and the Dark Hedges, then tour Belfast by coach. A driver-guide such as Angelina, Eduardo, or Jillian provides local stories, with Wi-Fi, port pickup, and a group capped at 25.

“A missed opportunity for dialogue as we traveled 2 hours to the Giants Causeway. Our driver was pleasant but gave minimal information as we traveled. Would have loved hearing about life in Northern Ireland. The actual visit to the Giants Causeway was interesting. Our weather was wonderful. The information center was informative and provided a wonderful shop.”

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4.Shore Excursion: Giants Causeway Tour From Belfast Port (Extra Leg Room Bus)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 139 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $109

This 7 to 8 hour Belfast shore excursion uses an extra-legroom coach for up to 27 passengers. You’ll visit Giant’s Causeway, Dunluce Castle, Portaneevy, Cushendall, and Belfast, with live commentary from guides such as Stephen, Jim, Paul, and John.

“Guide was involved, loud enough, knew his local info/data and planned ahead for easy access to food and loo facilities. Also, guide gave a balanced and insightful description of the history, timeline, and motivations behind ‘The Troubles”.”

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5.Private Shore Excursion From Belfast Cruise Terminal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.)

You’ll travel privately from Belfast Cruise Terminal with guides such as Murat, John, Nigel, or Francis, shaping the day around the Giant’s Causeway, Carrick-a-Rede, Bushmills, Dunluce Castle, and the Dark Hedges. The route lasts about 8 to 9 hours, with admission fees extra.

“Amazing!! Murat was the one of the best tour guides we have had. My husband and I have traveled a lot and always use private guides and the Private Shore Excursion from Belfast with Belfast Tours NI delivered! Murat was great to work with, from the booking the tour to out the details for some special stops, to continued communication until he picked us at the cruise port. We saw some amazing sites, ate some wonderful local food and created some lasting memories. I would recommend using Belfast Tours NI an of your tour needs across Northern Ireland, he is knowledgeable, patient, and a joy to spend the day with…”

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6.Shore Excursion Giants Causeway Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.)

Leave your Belfast cruise ship with a private guide and drive north to Giant’s Causeway, Dunluce Castle, Bushmills Distillery, the Dark Hedges, and a viewpoint over Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge. Expect an 8 to 9 hour day, flexible pacing, and extra costs for castle admission, lunch, whiskey, and the Causeway visitor centre.

“Such a great day! From the ease of pick up and drop off to the fun company of Gerard the whole day driving to the Giant Causeway and back. Gerard was flexible and accommodating! Definitely recommend this private tour!”

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