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Eating and shopping at Giant's Causeway

A spread of children's toys including a kite, binoculars and an outdoor activity book
Discover our collection of kids' toys and games inspired by the outdoors | © National Trust Images/James Dobson

Whether you’re fuelling up for a coastal adventure, or relaxing after a brisk clifftop walk, the café at Giant’s Causeway has got you covered. If you’re searching for something special to remember your trip, you can browse the shop for handmade crafts by local artisans or head over to the Boathouse Gallery to take home an original work of art.

Eating at Giant's Causeway

Please note, from Friday 19th April our café within the Visitor Centre is undergoing improvement works and there will be no sit-down café facilities and a limited offer. If you are planning to visit from Friday 19th April please note there will only be light refreshments, snacks and drinks available for take-away only.

If you would like to book lunch at the Causeway Hotel next door, please contact reception on Tel: 028 2073 1210 or email: reception@thecausewayhotel.com

Dogs are welcome in the café

We know that dogs are part of the family, and they are welcome to join you in the café and throughout the Visitor Centre.

Staying a little longer?

Eat and stay at the National Trust’s Causeway Hotel which serves up a menu of traditional fayre and has an excellence reputation for a pint of the black stuff. Bring the whole family and choose from a menu of hot meals, lunches and snacks made with local produce, or savour something sweet from the range of cakes and bakes.

Allergen information

Most of the food and drink served is prepared on site in our kitchen, using a wide range of ingredients. As a result, we can’t guarantee that any of our food and drink products are completely allergen free.

If you have an allergy or intolerance and would like ingredient information about the food and drink served, please ask the staff, who will be happy to help.

Always check when you visit

Visited before? We sometimes change our recipes to improve quality and flavour, including the ingredients. When you visit, please speak to one of our team to check the current allergen information for your favourite dish.

Thank you

Every cuppa or tasty treat you buy helps us to continue looking after places for everyone to enjoy.

A scarf with a pink and green pattern inspired by Blakeney Point, Norfolk
Choose from a wide range of local craft in the gift shop at the Giant's Causeway Visitor Centre | © National Trust Images/James Dobson

Shopping at Giant’s Causeway

The gift shop

Treat yourself or someone special in the gift shop at Giant’s Causeway. Located in the visitor centre, 90% of the product lines are locally sourced. We offer a huge range of local craft products as well as the National Trust’s seasonal ranges. Shop from lovingly handcrafted jewellery, textiles, ceramics and confectionary as well as artwork, photographic prints and artisan foods. The designs of many of the pieces have been inspired by the Causeway coast area.

With gifts for everyone from explorers, gardeners and gourmets, or National Trust gift memberships to choose from, you’re sure to find that perfect something for loved ones or yourself.

We've got all kinds of ideas for gifts that nature lovers will adore. Check out our favourite nature – and wildlife – inspired gifts, from the fun and quirky to the educational and practical. We've got everyone covered with books, toys, fashion, keepsakes and much more.

Boat House Gallery

Over in the Boathouse Gallery at the neighbouring Innisfree Farm you can browse the creations of local artists and take home an original work of art. Five local artists exhibit their work here, all of them taking inspiration from the land and sea around the Giant’s Causeway.

Thank you

It is through your purchases and support that we are able to continue to care for nature, beauty and history for everyone, for ever.

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