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.
Current Active Cases: 3,027 ๐คฎ
Percent of Population: 0.16%
Current COVID restrictions ๐ท for Northern Ireland.
- โ ๏ธ As of Feb 11, 2022: Fully vaccinated travellers and children under 18 no longer need to test upon arrival in the UK. Pre-departure tests are also not required for fully vaccinated travellers.
- โ ๏ธ Unvaccinated travellers will still need to take a pre-departure test and a PCR test on or before the end of day 2 after they arrive in the UK. However, they will not need to isolate unless their test is positive.
- โ ๏ธ All arrivals into the UK must fill in a passenger locator form which has now been simplified to require only your vaccination status, travel history and contact details.
- โ ๏ธ Face masks are no longer mandatory in UK venues, though some locations and forms of public transport may still ask you to wear them.
๐ View COVID restrictions at NIDirect.gov.uk
Last updated Feb 20, 2022
COVID status and restrictions change frequently. Please be sure to research COVID restrictions for Northern Ireland on official channels to ensure you have accurate travel information before you plan your trip.
๐ต Currency
British Pound
๐ฃ Primary Language
English, Irish
๐ฌ๐ง Speaks English
100%
๐ Power
230V, Type G plug (3 rectangle prongs)
๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ Population
1,885,000
๐บ Land Area
5,456 sq. mi.
๐ Region
Western Europe, United Kingdom
๐ Average Stay
5 days
๐โโ๏ธ๐ต Tipping
Yes (10%)
๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ๐ธ Tourists per Year
2,000,000
๐บ๐ป๐ Gender Ratio
๐บ๐ป 48.5% ๐ 51.5%
๐ถ Median Age
38.5
๐จโ๐ฉโ๐ฆโ๐ฆ Population Density
345 / sq. mi.
๐ป Legal Drinking Age
18
๐ฌ Public Smoking
๐ญ No
๐ซ Guns per capita
5.6
๐ช Murder Rate
0.9 / 100,000
๐ง Rainfall (average)
63 in.
๐ก Internet Speed (average)
64 Mbps
๐ Best Taxi App
Value Cabs
๐ณ Cashless
67%
๐ฐ Tap Water
๐ Safe to Drink
๐ธ VAT Tax
20%
๐ช๐บ In the EU
๐ No
๐ Shengen Country
๐ No
โญ๏ธ Capital City
Belfast
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๐๐ต Cost per day - Backpacker
$62
๐จ Hotel (per night)
$105
๐จ Hotel (per week)
$113
๐๐จ Luxury Hotel (per night)
$199
๐ Hostel (per night)
$25
๐ Accommodations
$103
๐ฒ Food
$52
๐ Lunch (for 1)
$26
โ๏ธ Coffee
$4
๐ฟ Snacks
$2
๐บ Beer (0.5L)
$7
๐ง Water (bottle)
$5
๐ Museum Entry
$33
๐โโ๏ธ๐ต Tips
$47
๐ Transportation
$32
๐ Taxi Ride
$40
๐ Bus Ride
$16
๐ Subway Ride
$18
๐ฆนโโ๏ธ Scams/Robbery
$135
๐ต Cost per day
$199
๐ฐ๐ค Cost per day - Luxury
$380
๐ท Wine (glass)
$7
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Belfast
Northern Ireland

Current COVID Restrictions ๐ท for Belfast.
Current Active Cases: 0 ๐คฎ
Percent of Population: 0.00%
COVID restrictions not available at this time.
Last updated July 13, 2021
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