Northern Ireland

A city full of heart, Belfast is one of the easiest cities to navigate as it’s split into quarters – The Titanic Quarter, The Cathedral Quarter, Queen’s Quarter and The Gaeltacht Quarter.

This castle first appears in the official English records in 1210 when the notorious King John laid siege to it and ultimately took control. These days, it’s remarkably intact despite 750 years of continuous military occupation.

Designed by James Wyatt for the Earls of Belmore, and completed in 1798, Castle Coole is a perfect example of late 18th-century Hellenism with a fine Palladian front.

One of the best scenic drives in the world, this route takes in the magnificent Giant’s Causeway, with its 40,000 basalt stone columns that step into the Irish Sea.

Devenish Island is famous for its perfect 12th-century round tower and Carrickfergus Castle.

Situated on the Hill of Down, the cathedral’s organ is one of the finest in Ireland. And St Patrick is reputed to be buried in the graveyard.

Dating back to the 16th century, the dramatic ruins of Dunluce Castle, located on the North Antrim coast, stand on a 100ft high basalt stack with a sea cave underneath.

This fine castle, once the home of the Gaelic Maguire chieftains, represents an important part of Fermanagh's rich history and heritage.

Stretching 1.5km around the city, take in the views over the glistening River Foyle, immerse yourself in history by peering round the ancient canons and get your bearings with a bird’s eye view over the cityscape.

Located on the shores of Strangford Lough, Mount Stewart is a neo-classical house with gardens that are among the finest in Europe.

A large earthwork on the summit of a hill, Navan was known in legend as Emain Macha, ceremonial and spiritual capital of ancient Ulster, associated with tales of the warrior Cuchulainn.

A colourful and living vision of the past through exciting reconstructions, the Ulster Park focuses on the period from 8000BC to the 17th century.