Causeway Coast Day Trip — Giant’s Causeway & Bushmills
Donegal/Clifden, Ireland
About This Activity
The Causeway Coast in Northern Ireland packs several world-class sites into a single day from Donegal. Giant’s Causeway is a UNESCO World Heritage Site of 40,000 interlocking basalt columns formed by ancient volcanic activity. Nearby Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge swings 30 meters above the sea to a tiny island. The Dark Hedges — a beech-tree tunnel — and medieval Dunluce Castle round out the itinerary. Note: Giant’s Causeway visitor entry is approximately £15 per adult.
Seasonal note: Best May–Sep
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