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Christmas at the Giant's Causeway

Rough seas breaking on the Giant's Causeway
Waves crashing on the Giant's Causeway, County Antrim | © National Trust Images/Annapurna Mellor

Unwrap your giant festive spirit at the Giant’s Causeway this Christmas. Enjoy traditional, heart-warming Christmas cartoons on the big screen, dazzling decorations in the Visitor Centre and festive treats in the café.

Causeway Christmas

Saturday 2 and Saturday 9 December

Get yourself into the festive spirit at the Giant’s Causeway. See the award-winning Visitor Centre beautifully transformed into a Christmas wonderland, with magnificently decorated trees and sparkling lights – perfect for a festive photo opportunity.

Make your way down to the geological wonder that is the Causeway Stones to indulge in a wealth of history, legend and imagination. What better way to get into the festive spirit at this magical time of year than exploring the beauty and awe of Northern Ireland's only UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Don't forget to wear your favourite Christmas jumper on your visit to stay cosy and bring along some extra Christmas cheer.

Watch a Christmas movie

Make yourself feel at home and grab a festive treat from our café and get comfortable in front of the big screen with the family to enjoy traditional, heart-warming Christmas cartoons and animations.

Create your own Christmas decoration

Create your very own decoration to add a personal feel to your home this Christmas.

Person's hand reaching for shop display of wooden carvings depicting the Giant's Causeway
Shopping at the Giant's Causeway, Country Antrim | © National Trust Images/Annapurna Mellor

Christmas shopping

Pop into our retail area and choose from a wide range of local and exclusive artisanal Christmas decorations and unique gifts, including Belleek and Irish glass ornaments, National Trust Christmas card packs and exclusive Giant’s Causeway souvenirs.

Every purchase helps us look after nature, beauty and history.

Event details

National Trust Members and Local Pass Holders gain free access. This is a free event however normal admission charges apply. Tickets also includes full Visitor Experience; access to guided tours, use of hand-held audio guides, access to exhibition and interpretation areas, shop, café, use of all facilities and reserved onsite parking.

Visitor at the Giant's Causeway, County Antrim, Northern Ireland

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