Giant's Causeway
Rising from the Atlantic along Northern Ireland’s north coast, the Giant’s Causeway is where nature, history and legend come together. Easily reached from Belfast, Derry/Londonderry and Dublin, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of the most iconic places to visit in the borough.
About
Set along the Atlantic edge of Northern Ireland’s North Coast, the Giant’s Causeway brings together dramatic landscapes, deep history and age-old legend. Easily reached from Belfast, Derry/Londonderry and Dublin, this UNESCO World Heritage Site leaves a lasting impression on visitors.
What Makes the Giant’s Causeway Special
Formed by volcanic activity over 60 million years ago, the Causeway is composed of around 40,000 interlocking basalt columns, many of which are shaped into striking hexagons. These stones are linked to the legend of Finn McCool, said to have built a pathway to Scotland. Visitors can walk on the stones, follow coastal paths and, on clear days, look across the water towards Scotland.
The Visitor Experience
A visit goes beyond the shoreline. The Visitor Experience includes guided tours, audio guides in 11 languages, interactive exhibits, a shop, café and full facilities. Accessibility is well considered, with equipment available to borrow and a Translink shuttle bus running between the Visitor Centre and the stones.
Walking Routes
There are four marked routes: Blue, Red, Green and Yellow. The Blue Trail is the shortest, taking around 20 minutes from the Visitor Centre to the main Causeway. The full route is 0.8 miles, ending at the Giant’s Boot.
