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Visiting the Giant's Causeway with family

Published:
02 July 2023
Family enjoying a giant day out at the Giant's Causeway, enjoying the breath-taking views of the coast from the world-famous stones
Have a giant family day out this spring at Northern Ireland's only UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Giant's Causeway | © ©National Trust Images/Annapurna Mellor

Follow in the footsteps of legends by striding out to sea at the Giant’s Causeway. The neatly packed columns of hexagonal basalt rocks form Northern Ireland’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Discover Giant’s Causeway

With an interactive exhibition and interpretation area and audio guides in 11 different international languages, the Giant’s Causeway Visitor Experience reveals the story of this world-famous geological wonder.

Join a guided tour, leaving the Visitor Centre throughout the day, to learn more about the history and geology of this special place and walk on the world-famous hexagonal basalt stones. Nowhere else on the planet can you see such an exposure of rocks from the Paleogene period that have formed in this unique way, and don’t forget your camera! The Giant’s Causeway has previously been named the most Instagrammed place in Ireland.

For the best rates, pre-book your Visitor Experience tickets in advance. Pre-booking also helps us prepare for your arrival and helps us to spread visitor numbers more evenly throughout the day, improving everyone’s experience. National Trust Members and Local Pass Holders gain free access, however pre-booking is still strongly encouraged.

Summer of Play

Looking for a GIANT day out that will keep the family entertained? We’ve got you covered with a jam-packed, adventure-filled summer at the Giant’s Causeway!

For more information on our events this summer, click here.

Summer of Play is proudly sponsored by Starling Bank.

Upcoming Summer of Play events:

Whilst you’re here…

Explore our Book Nook

With books for children, together with ones on wellness and fitness, novels, autobiographies and everything in between, the Giant’s Causeway Book Nook, located in the Café area of the Visitor Centre, is the perfect place to find a hidden treasure. Every donation you make goes directly back into aiding our conservational work to help protect this special place for generations to come.

If you’ve for any unwanted books that you’d like to donate for other to fall in love with, we’ll take them! Just drop them off at the Visitor Welcome area, located at the main entrance of the Visitor Centre. Novels and books for children and young adults would all be hugely appreciated to help inspire the next generation of readers.

Share your GIANT memories with us…

We love seeing pictures of your visit to the Giant’s Causeway. When posting on social media, tag us for the chance to feature on our page!

  • Facebook – The Giant’s Causeway

  • Instagram – @giantscausewaynt

Additional information

Sensory bags available for loan.

At the Giant’s Causeway, we understand that the summer holidays can be a busy, overwhelming time for many and we want everyone to feel welcome and equal, whilst embracing the beauty of nature.

We’re proud to offer sensory bags, which contain a selection of items designed specifically for visitors with sensory needs, including ear defenders, an emotion fan, various fidget items and a cuddly toy. These are available to loan from the Visitor Information Desk within the Visitor Centre.

Find out more about our accessibility options here.

Visitor with a backpack standing on the Grand Causeway, taking in the breath-taking views

Book your visit

Please note: it is strongly recommended that you book tickets to the Giant's Causeway before travelling to the site.

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