Accessible breaks in Northern Ireland

Fancy exploring the wonder and mysticism of Northern Ireland? Why not head over the Irish sea to this historical and cultural hub for a disabled holiday? There are plenty of accessible accommodation options and attractions to enjoy across Northern Ireland.

Like much of the UK, Northern Ireland is home to some iconic tourist attractions and landmarks with everything from museums to parliament buildings to places like Giant’s Causeway offering a range of accessible facilities, including audio guides, quiet hours and Changing Places toilets among others. Make sure to click here to find out more about accessible attractions across Northern Ireland or here for accommodation options.

Northern Ireland is made up lots of wonderful places all with their own charm and history to explore.

Accessible Belfast

Belfast is the capital of Northern Ireland and is a cultural hub. The city’s shipyards is where the legendary Titanic was built and you can enjoy plenty of heritage attractions that commemorate this engineering feat. In fact, ship building and maritime history are still huge draws to the city and you can find plenty of ways to explore this fascinating part of Northern Ireland’s culture. There are an array of accessible facilities including audio guides, hearing loops, quiet sessions and more.

The city’s Queen’s Quarter is the place to go for shops and museums and in the warmer months, you can enjoy the beautiful Botanic Gardens, while the Cathedral Quarter is the place to be for lively cultural experiences thanks to its vibrant social scene. Foodies will want to flock to this part of the city and enjoy the many accessible places to eat. Art lovers will also enjoy this part of Northern Ireland, Belfast is full of murals showcasing the region’s political and cultural history.

Giant’s Causeway

For somewhere with real mysticism, head to Giant’s Causeway and explore the Causeway Coastal Walk. Although not suitable for everyone due to the natural layout of the landscape, this is an iconic place to visit and the calming atmosphere makes it a great place to enjoy.

This is the place to go for Game of Throne’s fans too you can tour some of the areas that featured in the show, including parts of Westeros such as Winterfell!

Accessible Londonderry

Some of the best outdoor fun and Ireland’s rich cultural heritage can be found in County Londonderry, including the walled city of Derry.

Made famous by the show, Derry Girls, this city has a host of things to see and do including food tours, shopping opportunities and even beaches. Derry is well known for its nightlife, pubs and atmosphere.

Londonderry has everything you could need from an accessible break away with countryside, cities, coast and just about everything in between.

Accessible County Armagh

Known as the ecclesiastical capital of Ireland, Co. Armagh has lots to offer for a disabled friendly holiday. Armagh City Centre is full of Church of Ireland buildings and features plenty of connections to St Patricks. You can even visit his own cathedral while in the city.

Lough Neagh can also be found in the county. This haven of natural beauty is teeming with wildlife and has some incredible views. The visitors’ centre there is fully accessible and admission is free, so if you’re in the area, make sure to schedule in time for a visit.

This is just a small selection of the wonders that Northern Ireland has to offer. With so much to see and do, why not plan your next disabled friendly holiday there?

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