Hillsborough

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A church with a tall spire, surrounded by lush green trees and a well-maintained lawn.
A historic castle with two towers, arched windows, and a red door.
A tranquil garden with a pond, a white gazebo, lush greenery, and a weeping willow tree.
A large stone building with a central entrance, surrounded by well-manicured gardens and a fountain.

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Hillsborough Castle

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Grand Hillsborough Castle is the official residence for the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, and is where members of the British Royal Family customarily reside when in the country. In 1920, this 18th century Georgian manor was sold by the sixth Marquess of Downshire to the British government (it is not actually a castle and the name Hillsborough derives from the Hill family that built it, and the surrounding village). Since then, it has played host to numerous British and foreign dignitaries, including former President George W Bush.
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From Belfast: Giant's Causeway Full-Day Guided Trip

From Belfast: Giant's Causeway Full-Day Guided Trip

$33
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Belfast: Giant's Causeway Full-Day Guided Trip
Afternoon Giant’s Causeway Half Day Tour from Belfast

Afternoon Giant’s Causeway Half Day Tour from Belfast

$38
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Afternoon Giant’s Causeway Half Day Tour from Belfast
Game of Thrones and Giant's Causeway Day Tour from Belfast

Game of Thrones and Giant's Causeway Day Tour from Belfast

$33
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Game of Thrones and Giant's Causeway Day Tour from Belfast
Carrick-a-Rede Viewpoint

Giants Causeway and Castles from Belfast: Guided Tour

$32
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Giants Causeway and Castles from Belfast: Guided Tour
Game of Thrones Studio Tour Admission Ticket

Official Game of Thrones Studio Tour Admission Ticket

$33
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Official Game of Thrones Studio Tour Admission Ticket
Guided Day Tour: Giant's Causeway from Belfast

Guided Day Tour of Giant's Causeway from Belfast by Comfortable Coach

$60
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Guided Day Tour of Giant's Causeway from Belfast by Comfortable Coach
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