Top 10 best Instagram spots in Northern Ireland
From pubs to mountains, museums and a terrific food scene
Last updated 24th Sep 2018
Some of the most the most photo-worthy spots in the country. Explore and snap some gorgeous Instagram places on your next weekend road trip.
10. Titanic Museum in Belfast
Recently crowned the world's leading tourist attraction, impressive monument to Belfast's maritime heritage on the site of the former Harland & Wolff shipyard in Titanic Quarter where the famous ship was built.
9. Colourful houses at Whitehead
Beautiful little town on the County Antrim coastline. The quartet of colourful houses is situated on the sea front overlooking the mouth of Belfast Lough.
8. Crown Bar, Belfast
Owned by the National Trust, one of Northern Ireland's oldest and best-known pubs. Dates back to 1826. A renowned gem of Victorian High Gothic extravagance.
7. Cathedral Quarter - Belfast City Centre Cobbled streets, buzzing beer gardens and full of trendy coffee shops and restaurants. Belfast's lively nightlife centre on a Friday or Saturday night.
6. Big Fish, Donegall Quay, Belfast
One of the most unusual and striking attractions in the city. The Big Fish sculpture has ceramic scale tiles each of which tells a story. Local legend has it if you kiss the mouth of the fish, it will give you wisdom.
5. Mussenden Temple
Stunning temple near Castlerock in County Londonderry. It perches dramatically on a 120 ft cliff top, high above the Atlantic Ocean. Used as a scenic backdrop for one of Game of Thrones' most memorable moments... gods on Dragonstone.
4. Carrick-A-Rede Rope Bridge - National Trust
Not for the faint hearted! Famous rope bridge near Ballintoy in County Antrim. The bridge links the mainland to the tiny island of Carrickarede. It spans 20 metres and is 30 metres above the rocks below.
3. Mourne Mountains
The highest and most dramatic mountain range in Northern Ireland. The tallest peak is Slieve Donard at 850m (2,790 ft). The Mournes are said to have inspired Belfast-born author CS Lewis to create the magical land of Narnia
Everything you need to know about hiking Slieve Donard
2. Giant's Causeway
Unique geological wonder located in County Antrim. The result of an ancient volcanic eruption. The myth and legend behind it involves Irish warrior Finn McCool and the Scottish giant Benandonner. Check out the new visitor centre.
1. Cuilcagh Mountain Trail
Cuilcagh is County Fermanagh's highest mountain and sits right on the border. There's a new built spectacular boardwalk trail right to the summit. Breathtaking views.
Everything you need to know about hiking Cuilcagh Mountain