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44 Causeway Road, Bushmills, County Antrim, BT57 8SU
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Flanked by the wild North Atlantic Ocean and a landscape of dramatic cliffs, the Giant's Causeway is a geological wonder and home to a wealth of history and legend. The 40,000 basalt stone columns left by volcanic eruptions 60 million years ago, has captured the imagination of all who see it.

Recognised as one of Northern Ireland’s most precious landscapes is cared for by the National Trust, a registered conservation charity founded to protect beautiful and special places for ever, for everyone.

Explore a state-of-theart interpretation within the award-winning Visitor Centre to unlock the mystery, myth and legend of this amazing place as it offers a unqiue glimpse into the wonder that is the Giant's Causeway. Join a member of the National Trust team on an award-winning guided tour to unlock the myth and legend of the landscape. You can also enjoy the easy to use audio guide as it takes you on a personal journey of discovery around the site, which is available in different languages.

For the best rates book online before travelling to the site.

FAQS

How long is the walk to the Giants Causeway from the visitor centre?

There are a total of 4 walking trails at the Giants Causeway, the blue, red, green and yellow trails. The blue route is shortest, it begins at the visitors centre and continues for about 15 minutes before reaching the main part of the Causeway. The distance until the very end of the trail is 0.8 miles where you will see the giant's boot.

Do you have to walk or are there other options available?

There is a bus running from the rear of the Visitor Centre to the Grand Causeway and return. This shuttle service is operated by Translink and costs £1/ €1.20 for use of this service, intended for visitors who could not walk independently to and from the stones themselves. Priority is given to visitors in need of this service.

Are there guided tours available?

Hourly guided tours are available from the storytelling team as part of the Visitor Experience. Tickets are sold at the Visitor Centre.

How much does admission cost?

Pedestrian access to the giant's causeway itself is free. You can buy a ticket for the full Visitor Experience which includes reserved on-site parking, guided tours, use of hand-held audio guides, access to the Visitor Centre's exhibition and interpretation area, the shop, café and use of all facilities. Find out more about ticket prices on the national trust website. Alternatively, a car park at Innisfree Farm, 60 Causeway Road, is available for parking at £10 per car for walkers to access the network of coastal paths. 

What are the opening hours?

The Visitor Centre is open from 10:00 - 16:00. Last admission to Visitor Centre one hour before closing time. Access to the coastline never closes (Dusk-Dawn). 

Facilities

Accessibility

  • Guide dogs permitted
  • Toilets for disabled visitors
  • Wheelchair hire

Attraction Facilities

  • Gift Shop
  • Guided Tours Available
  • Open Mondays
  • Open Sundays

Audio Commentary in Foreign Languages

  • Audio Commentary in Foreign Languages
  • Dutch audio guide
  • French audio guide
  • German audio guide
  • Russian audio guide
  • Spanish audio guide

Catering

  • Picnic Area
  • Tea-room/Cafe onsite

Children & Infants

  • Baby changing facilities

Establishment Features

  • Accept coach parties
  • Family Fun
  • Pets accepted
  • Shop
  • Toilets

Event Facilities

  • Booking Required

Languages spoken

  • Braille

Leisure Facilities

  • Wifi

Parking & Transport

  • Off site parking - Causeway Coast Way Car Park available at 60 Causeway Road for walkers with a PayByPhone system and a charge of £5. Spaces limited and available on a first come, first served basis only.
  • On site parking - Main car park on site reserved for Visitor Experience ticket holders and members. Book online in advance of your visit.

Payment Methods

  • All major credit/debit cards accepted
  • American Express accepted
  • Maestro accepted
  • MasterCard accepted
  • Visa accepted
  • Visa Debit Accepted

Provider Preferences

  • Coastal
  • Dogs Welcome Inside
  • Educational Visits Accepted - All Educational Group visits must be pre-booked through the North Coast Booking Office on email: northcoastbookings@nationaltrust.org.uk or by Tel: 028 2073 1855.
  • Guided Tours Available for Individuals
  • Indoor Attraction
  • Of historic, literary or architectural interest
  • Outdoor Attraction

Specialist Features

  • Marketed as green/environmentally friendly - The Giant's Causeway is cared for by the National Trust, Europe's largest conservation charity.

Travel & Trade

  • Family Discount

Events

Saturday, 7th December 2024 - Saturday, 7th December 2024

Saturday, 14th December 2024 - Saturday, 14th December 2024

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Opening Times

* Seasonal opening hours apply, please visit the official National Trust website for the most up to date information: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/northern-ireland/giants-causeway#place-opening-times

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Giant's Causeway Visitor Information Centre, BushmillsLocated within the Giant’s Causeway Visitor Centre an enthusiastic team of staff is on hand to offer practical help, advice and assistance to both local residents and visitors to Northern Ireland.

Saturday, 7th December 2024 - Saturday, 7th December 2024

Saturday, 14th December 2024 - Saturday, 14th December 2024

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Map & Directions

Road Directions

Directions from Town: Road: 2 miles from Bushmills. 11 miles from Coleraine, 13 miles from Ballycastle. Drive time - Belfast 1 hour 25 minutes, Londonderry/Derry 1 hour 10 minutes,

Dublin 3 hours 45 minutes. Map and Sat Nav locations: Visitor Centre C944439; postcode BT57 8SU

Park and Ride C94104 41034; postcode BT57 8SE

Bus: Regular services available, some of these are seasonal. Ulsterbus Service 172; Goldline Service 221; Causeway Rambler Service 402; Open Top Causeway Coast Service 177; Antrim Coaster Service 252. For further details visit www.translink.co.uk

Train: Regular services from Belfast or Londonderry/Derry to Coleraine then change to bus connection - Ulsterbus Service 172. Cycle: NCN93 

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