Share this tour
Offered languages
- German
- German
- English
- English
- French
- French
- Spanish
- Spanish
Step into Westeros with this epic Game of Thrones self-guided driving tour through Northern Ireland's stunning coastline!
Walk the legendary Dark Hedges where Arya fled as the Kingsroad, stand on Carnlough's bloodstained steps where she crawled from Braavos waters, and enter the haunting Cushendun Caves where Melisandre birthed her shadow creature.
Storm Ballintoy's Iron Islands, witness the Giant's Causeway's ancient magic, explore windswept Dunluce Castle (the real Pyke!), and climb Mussenden's dramatic cliffs where Stannis drew Lightbringer.
From Castle Black's Wall to Dornish battle sands, discover 10+ filming locations at your own pace. Download, drive, and live the fantasy – Winter is Coming to Northern Ireland!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The Tour begin from the main gate of North Side Parknride Car Park.
The tour ends at The Dark Hedges, which is our last stop.
Itinerary
-
1
Castle Lug ruins appear on your left - a crumbling 1500s watchtower by Thomas Lugge. Though not a filming location, its lonely stones and sea views feel perfectly suited for the world of Westeros.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2
Carrickfergus Castle stands for 900 years, one of Ireland's best-preserved medieval fortresses. Built in 1177, this Norman stronghold overlooks Belfast Lough and resembles iconic Westeros castles perfectly.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Whiteharbour Marina holds 150 years of maritime history. While sharing its name with Westeros's White Harbor, this restored 1850s harbour with limestone archway is purely coincidental but atmospheric.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Magheramorne Quarry transformed into Castle Black and the Wall. This abandoned limestone quarry became the Night's Watch stronghold using massive sets, green screens, and CGI magic for epic scenes.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Ballygally Beach curves golden along the coast, while Ballygally Castle hotel houses Door of Thrones No. 9, carved from Dark Hedges wood depicting the Battle of the Bastards and direwolves.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
Cairncastle was the first Game of Thrones filming location in Northern Ireland. These rugged hills became Winterfell's exterior for Ned Stark's execution scene in Season 1, Episode 1's opening moments.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
Madman's Window is a natural rock arch with tragic legend. Local lore tells of a heartbroken man waiting for his lost love's return, while nearby White Bay offers serene, turquoise shallows.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
Carnlough Beach offers peaceful coastline with soft sand, calm waters, and gentle waves. Fishing boats drift in the harbor while the village nestles quietly at the base of Antrim Glens.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9
Carnlough Harbour became Braavos for Arya Stark's desperate escape scene. These stone steps witnessed her emergence from dark waters, wounded but unbroken, in Season 6's most intense survival moment.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10
Cushendun Caves are carved into cliffs by centuries of waves and wind. Here Melisandre gave birth to her shadow creature, and later Jaime fought Euron in brutal combat for the series.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
11
Ballintoy Harbour became Lordsport, Pyke's principal port. These jagged black rocks witnessed Theon's return, his baptism, Euron's drowning rebirth, and Melisandre's mysterious comings and goings.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
12
Dunseverick Castle ruins cling to clifftops like bones of a long-dead beast. Once a royal Irish seat visited by Saint Patrick, it feels perfectly suited for Ironborn raids and fortress battles.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
13Giant's Causeway
The Giant's Causeway features 40,000 interlocking basalt columns formed by ancient volcanic activity. Legend says giant Fionn MacCumhaill built this bridge to Scotland to face his rival in combat.
20 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
14Dunluce Castle
Dunluce Castle clings to basalt cliffs, becoming Pyke in Game of Thrones. These ruins gave soul to House Greyjoy's sea-blasted stronghold where Balon, Euron, and Yara plotted their destinies.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
15
White Rocks Beach glows golden to your right near Portrush. Early Game of Thrones scouts once considered these limestone cliffs for Dornish exteriors before choosing Spain's warmer climate instead.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
16
Portstewart Strand became Dorne's coast where Jaime and Bronn fought Dornish guards. These golden sands witnessed steel flashing, waves roaring, and honor colliding with defiance in Season 5.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
17
Mussenden Temple sits 120 feet above the Atlantic, becoming Dragonstone's exterior. Here Stannis drew Lightbringer from flames while Melisandre whispered prophecies on Downhill Beach below the clifftops.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
18
Downhill Beach stretches below Mussenden Temple where Melisandre called on her Lord of Light. "For the night is dark and full of terrors" echoed across these dramatic, windswept shores.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
19The Dark Hedges
The Dark Hedges - your final destination. These 18th-century beech trees became the Kingsroad where Arya fled King's Landing. Walk where she stood in this natural cathedral of shadow and light.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tags
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Show more
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Your guide to the flawless travel experience
Top Searches
Company
Get our app
