Look, Listen, Learn - Top Learning Experiences

For a world - no, a universe of knowledge, Northern Ireland is a wonderful resource.
We have loads of interactive museums, attractions and tours that are sure to entertain and educate the kids all in one go!

Here's a taster to get you started.

• At W5 your imaginations and curiosity are your keys to unlocking worlds you've only imagined.
• See the stars and meteorites at Armagh Planetarium.
• Come face to face with dinosaurs, meet an Egyptian Mummy and see modern masterpieces at Belfast's Ulster Museum.
• See the the battle of Somme recreated at the Somme Heritage Centre.
• Explore the tales of 18th and 19th century immigration at the Ulster American Folk Park, learn all about Seamus Heaney at the library in Bellaghy Bawn or learn about the rich heritage of the Sperrins at An Creagan.
• Make your own currency with the coin making machine at Carrickfergus Museum or have a learning day at Flame GasWorks.
• Learn about the Spanish Armada (and the local history of Derry~Londonderry) at the wonderful Tower Museum.
• Take in a day of Titanic learning - with a Titanic Tour, trip to the TITANICa exhibition at the Ulster Folk and Transport Museum or a trip to the Titanic's Dock and Pump-House.
• Learn about the story of Ireland's patron saint at the Saint Patrick Centre in Downpatrick and the Saint Patrick's Trian in Armagh. The nearby 18th century Gaol of Down houses Down County Museum, with fascinating exhibitions, lively events and hands-on activities.
• 60 million-year-old stone formations at the Giant's Causeway, myth upon myth, legend after legend and pagan stone circles to Christian Cathedrals, what more is there to discover?

National Trust properties and the Northern Ireland Environment Agency offer exciting learning opportunities throughout the year. Take advantage of the many living history events on offer. www.discovernorthernireland.com/events.

If all that learning's not enough visit: www.discovernorthernireland.com/history.