Museums and Visitor Attractions

Could it be our long history? Could it be our rich cultural heritage? Could it be we're obsessive collectors? Whatever the reason, Northern Ireland has a multitude of special interest msueums to intrigue and inspire!

The range and diversity of themes is enormous - from maritime history and mythology to transport and trade; Irish language and Ulster linen to militaria and music; old schools and old mills to cutting-edge art and science.

Many have a community focus providing fascinating insights into a locality's character and history. Others have specialist appeal, such as the remarkable choice devoted to regimental history, agriculture, ancient crafts and old vehicles. Where else on earth would you find exhibits devoted to; vintage bicycles; antique lace; eel-fishing; canals; Victorian education; the Plantation of Ulster; retail drapery; ancient sewers; Gulliver's Travels: even potato crisps!?

When planning your visit, bear in mind our most popular museums take a while to explore! Build your break around museums within a single area. For example the Sperrins with their archaeological and environmental riches, the City of Derry, or Armagh City… an outdoor museum in itself!

Just Some Ideas

	Apprentice Boys of Derry Association & Memorial Hall, Londonderry/Derry The Apprentice Boys of Derry Association is established for the purpose of commemorating the anniversaries of the shutting of the Gates and the Relief of Londonderry.
	Giant's Causeway, Antrim, Northern Ireland, Bushmills The world famous Giant's Causeway, renowned for its polygonal columns of layered basalt, formed from a volcanic eruption 60 million years ago, is the only World Heritage Site in Northern Ireland and is a must see for visitors.
	Titanic’s Dock & Pump-House, Belfast As the last place Titanic rested on dry land, the dock is Titanic’s physical ‘footprint’ in history. Learn about Belfast’s incredible maritime heritage and shipbuilding legacy and peer into the vast dock where Titanic was fitted out.
	Hilden Brewery & Tap Room Restaurant, Lisburn Discover the magic of brewing by visiting Ireland's oldest independent brewery, in the 19th century courtyard of Hilden House, near Lisburn. Enjoy the best of award winning cuisine prepared using the finest local ingredients.
	Coca-Cola Visitor Experience, Lisburn The Coca-Cola Visitors Experience at Coca-Cola Hellenic’s state of the art plant at Knockmore Hill, Lisburn, Co. Antrim is now open. From school groups and university students to community associations and corporate guests.
	Saint Patrick's Trian Visitor Complex, Armagh Saint Patrick's Trian is an exciting visitor complex located in the heart of the histroric Cathedral City of Armagh. The centre derives its name from the ancient division of Armagh City into three distinct districts, or 'trians'.
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