Morning Giant's Causeway Half Day Tour from Belfast
Overview
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5 hours
Mobile ticket
From the legendary Giant’s Causeway, with its otherworldly volcanic formations, to the dramatic views of the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge and the mystical Dark Hedges, this tour offers a perfect mix of natural beauty and rich history. In just five hours, experience the highlights of the Antrim Coast, all while soaking in unforgettable sights and stories.
You'll be back in downtown Belfast by 13:00 to enjoy the rest of the day with complete freedom. Head to the Crown Bar for a delicious local lunch, do some shopping on Royal Avenue or sightsee at leisure. NB: Did you know that the Belfast (Grand Central Station) - Dublin (Connolly Station) express train is now operating every hour?
Ready to explore the extraordinary? Check out the full itinerary for more details on this unmissable half-day journey!
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Portaneevy View Point
Enjoy views over Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, Rathlin Island, Sheep Island and the Scottish coast from the viewing point at Portaneevy. We won't be crossing the bridge as it is now a conservation site and closed to groups - but you'll experience the best views and get the opportunity to take awesome photos!
Giant's Causeway
Arrive at the world-renowned Giant’s Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the most extraordinary natural landscapes in the world.
What‘s Included
Driver/guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Options
Morning Giant's Causeway Half Day Tour from Belfast
Reviews
103 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour of Giant’s Causeway!
Makenna K,,Dec 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We did the morning tour of Giant’s Causeway right around Christmas time. The tour guide was fantastic, providing lots of great info about the history around Belfast and the folklore surrounding Giant’s Causeway. The morning tour was really great as we were one of the first groups at the stones, so we had almost the whole place to ourselves. Loved that we had a small group, as well. Stopped for a nice coffee on the ride home. Comfortable transportation and prompt pick up and drop off. I would highly suggest this tour if you have a few days in Belfast.
Giants causeway morning tour
X3873YCjonb,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great morning tour to giants causeway. The driver/guide was excellent with very informative chat along the way. Had 90mins at the causeway itself plenty of time to walk down to it and back with plenty of photos. Would highly recommend if you have not got time for the full day tour. Thanks
Giant Causeway tour
robbie L,,Dec 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Tour was very good, 1/2 day was the right length of time. Our driver (Conner) was both interesting and knowledgeable. Would highly recommend it.
Great tour with a great company.
Missbrightonrocker,,Dec 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour. Very professional driver who was well informed and friendly. We had plenty of time to see what we wanted to in the morning tour.
Fabulous
Debra K,,Dec 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00What a great tour and Garrett was extremely informative and fun. We were very lucky with the weather too.
Well priced and beautiful scenery, top driver!
K6957VNscotta,,Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great half day and well worth the price. We left Belfast prompt at 8am and returned by lunchtime. The driver was very knowledgeable and pointed out various points of interest whilst delivering some good craic along the way. The drive itself was very comfortable and warm on a cold December day, there is plenty of interesting scenery along the way as you drive by bogs, coastline and endless lush countryside. December turned out to be a good time visit the Giant's Causeway as there are very few competing visitors. Sad that you can not stop at the Dark Hedges but understandable given the over tourism resulting in damage but the Giant's Causeway was well worth the trip and provided some excellent scenery to capture for memories.
Wonderful morning activity
Ben M,,Dec 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The half-day tour was the perfect time, allowing around 90 minute to grab a coffee and explore the Causeway. We didn’t do the National Trust Visitor Centre, so if you want to do that too then maybe opt for the full-day tour. Our guide, Connor, was simply brilliant. He was a knowledgeable and funny guy and he made the tour an excellent experience.
Good Giant’s Causeway trip and back in time for lunch
Jane B,,Dec 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our driver and tour guide, Connor, was excellent with informative ant witty commentary. The trip wasn’t quite as advertised and the website needs updating! But I had enough time to thoroughly explore the Giant’s Causeway and get back to catch my afternoon flight.
Half day tour of Giants Causeway
306maryo,,Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Gary was very informative educational and humorous. He explained all in great detail and gave us great advice. Mary and Dan Kerry Maith Thù
Perfect way to experience Giant’s Causeway in a half day!
auntroan,,Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nice tour. A half day was the perfect tour duration - We left Belfast at 8am and returned by 12:45pm. Easy to schedule via TripAdvisor, reasonably priced, knowledgeable guide who didn’t talk too much, comfortable bus, and a great way to trek Giant’s Causeway, which is the main purpose of this tour. The drive was pretty as you pass sheep fields and go along the coastline. November is actually a nice time to go as there are far less people visiting, so not crowded at all. There were only 3 of us on the tour, so it felt like a private outing. The weather was cold and windy, so we did bundle up in coats, hats and scarves, but I loved it. You drive past the Dark Hedges without stopping, which in November is fine because the Hedges aren’t much to look at this time of year; just bare trees.
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