Northern Ireland is a land of varying terrain, from mountains to moors, seaside beaches to inland lakes and forests. Although much of the population is rural, there are also a number of historic cities to explore. Surrounded by hills, valleys and lochs, Belfast is a modest port city, home to a third of the population of Northern Ireland. Here you can experience some of the region’s rich cultural scene at the Grand Opera House or at one of the city’s many theaters, or explore the Ulster Museum, located in the Botanical Gardens. The pedestrian-friendly city is perfect for walking around and enjoying the impressive architecture or strolling through parks such as Dixon Park, where the City of Belfast international rose trials are held annually. Nightlife is hopping with numerous pubs and cinemas.

The city of Derry, with its 17th Century ramparts and cannons, is a historic city with much to offer. Here you can explore the tumultuous history of Northern Ireland in the Tower Museum or enjoy the nightlife along Waterloo Street.

Outside the cities the terrain of Northern Ireland will enchant you with its diversity and rugged splendor. South of Derry the Sperrin Mountains rise in gentle contours from the landscape. You can enjoy the breathtaking beauty of Ness Wood, where the Burntollet River cascades 30 feet over Northern Ireland’s highest waterfall. The Causeway Coast between Larne and the Giant Causeway follows sixty miles of magnificent coastline carved with spectacular bluffs, lush forests and the peaceful glens of Antrim. In the southwest region of the country, the Fermanagh Lakeland is a peaceful place for fishing and scenic drives. Here you can explore the history of the Gaelic Maguire chieftains in the Enniskillen Castle and museums of the area. The landscape of the country is dotted with numerous historical sites, castles, churches and ruins to discover.