I’ve been fortunate to see some truly gorgeous places in both Ireland and Northern Ireland. My favorite space in Northern Ireland is Giant’s Causeway. Its appearance is a whimsical and dreamlike landscape that looks as if it has come from someone’s playful imagination. It’s a shoreline full of hexagonal, interlocking basalt columns stretching across the horizon. Giant’s Causeway is absolutely stunning and distinct from any coast you’ve seen! The columns shoot up to varying heights and expand across the shoreline. If you can, take the opportunity to see it! You won’t be disappointed!

Do you want to walk along the coast to go see the Causeway by foot without going to the Visitor Center? There is no charge to go experience the outdoors or see the magnificent stones! You can follow a trail around the outside of the Visitor Center and down to the coast. The Causeway is about a mile from the Visitor Center. There you’ll see the dazzling landscape. The walk to get to the famous coast is beautiful in its own right. I would advise that you prepare with appropriate footwear. While the terrain is lovely, it can be quite slippery while you are exploring the rocks and looking for that perfect Instagram spot!

There is a fee for the parking lot, or carpark, and you will need to purchase tickets if you’d like to gain admission into the Visitor center. Here, you’ll find information about Giant’s Causeway. There are also audio guides available and you can peruse the gift shop or stop in for a snack or coffee at the cafe. If you prefer not to walk, there is a short bus ride available from the Visitor Center to the Causeway for an additional charge.

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While pictures are beautiful, it is quite extraordinary to see this place up close. Come walk among the stones which inspired a legend of two Giants throwing boulders at one another from the shores of Scotland and Ireland to create such an unique seacoast.