Northern Ireland, a mix of Irish and British cultures, rugged landscapes, rich history, Belfast the capital and its Titanic museum, historic towns, scenic drives, Giant's Causeway, castles, mountains, traditional music, festivals, and delicious food and drink. A must-see for first-time European travelers.
Northern Ireland is a land of contrasts, where ancient history and modern culture meet, and where rugged landscapes and picturesque towns and villages coexist. Though part of the United Kingdom, this small country, situated in the northeastern corner of the island of Ireland, offers visitors a unique experience, where they can discover the rich history and culture of the region, enjoy outdoor activities and delicious food and drinks.
Belfast, the capital, is a bustling city with a rich industrial heritage, and is home to the famous Titanic Belfast museum, where visitors can learn about the ship's history and the city's role in its construction. The city also offers a wide variety of shops, restaurants, and nightlife, as well as a number of historical and cultural sites, such as the Ulster Museum and the St. Anne's Cathedral.
The historic towns of Derry and Armagh offer a glimpse into the country's past, with their well-preserved historic sites and monuments, while the Causeway Coastal Route, a scenic drive along the coast, offers some of the most spectacular views of the country, including the Giant's Causeway, a natural wonder of hexagonal basalt columns.
The countryside of Northern Ireland is also a must-see, with its rolling hills, lush green valleys and picturesque towns and villages. The Mourne Mountains are a popular spot for hiking and outdoor activities, and the country is also known for its traditional music and festivals, as well as its delicious food and drink, such as Irish whiskey and soda bread.
With its unique blend of Irish and British cultures, natural beauty, and rich history, Northern Ireland is a must-see destination for any first-time traveler to Europe.
📆 Average Stay
5 days
🏘 Best neighborhood to stay
Cathedral Quarter, Belfast
🚕 Best Taxi App
Value Cabs
⭐️ Capital City
Belfast
💳 Cashless
Yes
🚩 Country
United Kingdom
💵 Currency
British Pound (£)
💱 Exchange Rate (today)
1 USD = 0.75 GBP
🕺🏻💃 Gender Ratio
🕺🏻 49% 💃 51%
🇪🇺 In the EU
Yes
📡 Internet Speed (average)
70 Mbps
🗺 Land Area
5,460 sq. mi.
🍻 Legal Drinking Age
18
👶 Median Age
40.3
🔪 Murder Rate
1.2
👨👩👧👦 Population
1,900,000
👨👩👦👦 Population Density
348 per sq. mi.
🔌 Power
230 V, Type G plugs
🗣 Primary Language
English
🚬 Public Smoking
No
🌧 Rainfall (average)
35 in.
📍 Region
Northern Europe
♻️ Return rate
25%
🛂 Shengen Country
No
🇬🇧 Speaks English
98%
🚰 Tap Water
Safe to drink
💁♂️💵 Tipping
Optional (10-15%)
👨👩👧👦📸 Tourist Density
Medium
👨👩👧👦📸 Tourists per Year
2,500,000
💸 VAT Tax
20%
🌦 Weather (average)
☁️ Cloudy, cool 46°F/8°C
🌦 Weather (now)
☁️ Cloudy, cool 46°F/8°C
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🎒💵 Cost per day - Backpacker
$85
👨👩👧👦💵 Cost per day - Family
$170
🏠 Apartment (per night)
$130
🏨 Hotel (per night)
$130
🏠 Apartment (per week)
$910
🏠 Apartment (per month)
$3,900
🏨 Hotel (per week)
$910
🏨 Hotel (per month)
$3,900
🌟🏨 Luxury Hotel (per night)
$260
🌟🏨 Luxury Hotel (per week)
$1,820
🌟🏨 Luxury Hotel (per month)
$7,800
🛏 Hostel (per night)
$60
🛏 Hostel (per week)
$420
🛏 Hostel (per month)
$1,800
🛏 Accommodations
$130
🏠 Airbnb (per night)
$143
🏠 Airbnb (per week)
$1,001
🏠 Airbnb (per month)
$4,290
🍽 DInner (for 1)
$17
👨👩👧👦🍽 Dinner (family)
$68
🍲 Food
$29
🍔 Lunch (for 1)
$12
👨👩👧👦🍔 Lunch (family)
$48
🍳 Breakfast (for 1)
$7
👨👩👧👦🍳 Breakfast (family)
$28
☕️ Coffee
$3
🥤 Coca Cola (0.3L)
$2
🥪 Sandwich
$6
🥖 Bread
$2
🍿 Snacks
$4
🍺 Beer (0.5L)
$4
💧 Water (bottle)
$1
🎟 Museum Entry
$14
💁♂️💵 Tips
$6
🚎 Transportation
$26
🚕 Taxi Ride
$12
🚌 Bus Ride
$3
🚇 Subway Ride
$3
🦹♂️ Scams/Robbery
$0
💵 Cost per day
$170
💰🤑 Cost per day - Luxury
$0
👨💻 Co-working
$190
🚙 Car Rental (per day)
$50
🚙 Car Rental (per week)
$350
🚙 Car Rental (per month)
$1,500
🍷 Wine (glass)
$6
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