Giant's Causeway National Trust

The Giant’s Causeway is maintained by the National Trust and they have a modern centre with audio tours and exhibits. They are one of the most famous natural attractions in the world. There are over 40,000 basalt columns that were formed around 60 million years ago that are located by the sea. It is Northern Ireland’s only UNESCO World Heritage site.

Things to see and do at Giant’s Causeway National Trust

There is nowhere else on the planet where you can see such an exposure of rocks, they have formed in a truly unique way. Their audio guides will help you to learn more about the history and geology of the Giant’s Causeway and hear stories of this unique place. The guides are available in English and 11 other languages.

The visitor centre is an award-winning building with an interactive exhibition and visitor services. They also have audio guides and they host guided walking tours. There is a network of four walking trails across 5 km of the site where you can see a number of native seabirds.

The Giant’s Causeway Clifftop Experience is a unique opportunity to see the site from a different perspective. The fully guided hike offers an alternative route to the Giant’s Causeway that is rarely ever seen. The walk usually departs daily from the Visitor Centre. Children must be aged 12 and over and the walk takes around 3.5 hours to complete with 2.5 hours of that being walking time. The walk costs £39 pp.

Please note that you can visit the Giant’s Causeway for free without visiting the Visitor Centre. You will not be able to use their facilities and there will be no audio guide available to you. You will still have to pay to park.

Further Information

Is there food and drink available?

There is a cafe serving food and drinks. You are welcome to picnic outdoors.

What are the main things to do?

Northern Ireland’s only UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the most famous natural attractions in the world. There are toilets and a cafe.

What are the ticket prices?

Visitor experience ticket is free for members of National Trust. Adults off-peak £13.50, children £6.75 and family tickets are available. Peak tickets are slightly more.
Prices are subject to change and/or discounts online.