Giants causeway where is it

What are you looking for? Ideas for you. Sign in Sign up. Giant's Causeway World Heritage Site and geological wonder steeped in legend. Read more. The Giant's Causeway County Antrim. Explore the Causeway Coastal Route. Giant's Causeway things to do. Geological marvel And what a truly special place it is. Giant's Causeway - National Trust. Bushmills Inn Hotel. Antrim Visit website Antrim View details.

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Destination Rathlin Island An upside down lighthouse and a bird sanctuary: Rathlin Island is full of curiosities. Rathlin Island. When Benandonner woke up he came across the causeway intent on fighting Finn. Finn's wife dressed up her husband as a baby and when Benandonner arrived she said Finn wasn't home and to be quiet not to wake up the baby.

When Benandonner saw the baby he decided that if the baby was that big, Finn must be massive. So he turned tail and fled back across the causeway ripping it up as he went. All that remains are the ends, here at the Giant's Causeway and on the island of Staffa in Scotland where similar formations are found.

In a Visitor centre was opened at the Giant's Causeway to coincide with the addition by Unesco's world heritage centre to its coveted list of world heritage sites, this was unfortunately damaged some years later in by a fire but a new state of the art educational visitor centre was built,which opened in July In the past the causeway became widely known as the "eighth wonder of the world" when large numbers of visitors came to view it from the 's.

Perhaps now there is a chance it could be officially recognised as such: In the Giant's Causeway was nominated for the accolade of one of the world's seven natural wonders.

The new seven wonders of the world were announced in Lisbon, Portugal in July and the "new seven wonders of Nature" as they are officially called were launched. These are currently being ballotted and the chosen wonders will be announced in Discovering Ireland Vacation supports the Giant's Causeway as one of these 7 wonders of the natural world and respectfully recommends that our Guests vote for its inclusion.

We strongly believe that the imagery on this page alone gives credibility to that bid. This car park is open 24 hours per day. Go to What's On to book Visitor Experience tickets in advance of your visit. If the place runs Gift Aid on Entry, we'll offer you a clear choice between the Gift Aid Admission prices and the Standard Admission prices at the admission point.

It's entirely up to you which ticket you choose. Gift Aid Admission includes a 10 per cent or more voluntary donation. Gift Aid Admissions let us reclaim tax on the whole amount paid - an extra 25 per cent - potentially a very significant boost to our places' funds. Free entry for National Trust members. However, please note pre-booking is recommended for everyone.

Important notice - Pre-booking recommended for Visitor Experience tickets. Saved to My places Save to My places. Share: Twitter Facebook Pinterest Email. Back to top. Giant's Causeway County Antrim. Book now. Upcoming events See all events. It offers various ways to learn more about myths, legends, social history, wildlife and conservation. There are large screens for shows and a shop selling souvenirs and local crafts , and a cafe that supply books, pamphlets, tourist information and multi-lingual audio guides.

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It is breathtakingly beautiful and is by far the best way to experience this popular coastline — far away from the crowds. Private Tours. Cruise Ship Excursions. Tour of Giants Causeway and Bushmills Distillery. Find More Tours Here. Learn More. Important Notice. Is the Giant's Causeway Open?