Belfast Kings and Queens Castle Tour

Go 'on tour' with George for a journey that spans centuries, to visit some of Northern Ireland's most prominent castles and stately homes in the County Antrim region. From Belfast Castle to Carrickfergus, Ballygally to Dunluce, and so much more, this Kings & Queens Tour offers a day of adventure and history with a chance to see some of Northern Ireland's finest sights as we travel from Belfast City to the stunning Antrim Coast!
I'm George Clarke, a Northern Irish local who loves to show off the beauty of this country. With private tours including popular sites and hidden gems, I aim to make your trip to Northern Ireland one you will remember for all the right reasons. Let's have a fun visit to Northern Ireland's treasures full of history, fun facts and of course laughter.

What's included:

• Guide

What to expect:

Duration: between 8 hours and 10 hours

Belfast Castle

Antrim Road, Belfast, BT15 5GR

Offering stunning views over the city and Belfast Lough, Belfast Castle was built in 1862 by the third Marquis of Donegal within his deer park – which is now North Belfast. (30 Mins – Visitor centre, grounds visit & photo opportunity)

30 minutes

Carrickfergus Castle

Marine Highway, Carrickfergus, BT38 7BG

For more than 800 years, Carrick Castle has stood as one of the finest preserved Norman castles, housed on the shoreline of Belfast Lough. The majority of the castle is accessible for visitors and should not be missed. (1 Hour – Castle & grounds visit: Entry fee included in tour) (FYI - Carrickfergus Castle is closed on Mondays, however photo opportunities will still be possible of the exterior.)

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Ballygally Castle Hotel

Coast Rd, Ballygalley, Larne BT40 2QZ, UK

Built in 1625, Ballygally Castle has the reputation as one of Ireland's most haunted castles. Now a hotel, the stunning castle sits on the bay of Ballygally overlooking the Irish Sea. (20 Mins – Castle visit & photo opportunity)

20 minutes

Glenarm Castle

2 Castle Lane, , Glenarm, BT44 0BQ

Built in 1636 by the first Earl of Antrim, Glenarm Castle is still lived in today and offers much to see from it's stately home to stable yard museum, walled gardens to shops and more. As interior tours are very limited, this will be an exterior visit only. (60 mins – Gardens & photo opportunity) (Entry fee to Castle Gardens included in the cost of the tour)

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Dunluce Castle

87 Dunluce Road, Co. Antrim, Portrush, BT57 8UY

Clinging to the cliff-side of the North Antrim Coast is the tragically beautiful ruins of Dunluce Castle. Built around the 15th century, the castle was host to many bloody feuds, heavy storm damage and film set locations. (40 Mins – Castle & grounds visit: Entry fee included in tour)

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Portrush

Portrush

Take some personal time to enjoy one of Northern Ireland's oldest seaside towns and local holiday spots with it's numerous coffee houses, independent shops, and amusement arcades. This will be our last stop before heading back to Belfast. (45 Mins)

45 minutes