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Giants Causeway and Visitor Centre
Northern Ireland's No.1 attraction is the Giants Causeway, where you can step into the footprints of the 'Giant' himself, Finn MacCool.
Situated on the Antrim coast road the Giants Causeway is one of the wonders of the natural world. The spectacular rock formation is made from thousands of columns of basalt rock when, approximately 60 million years ago, underground volcanic explosions forced the molten basalt to the surface which, as it cooled and contracted, formed into the polygonal columns that are found in the area today. The columns form cliffs and irregular surfaces and the formation extends beneath the sea.
There is a Visitor and Information Centre offering information on both the natural history of the Giants causeway with interpretive displays, AV theatre and general tourist information.
The coastal scenery in this area is some of the most beautiful and awe inspiring that you are likely to find anywhere and the majestic cliffs and inaccessible bays combine with myth and legend and give inspiration to many.
Amongst this breathtaking landscape you will find isolated ruins, kelp walls and shoreline fields bearing testament to the hard life that farmers, fishermen and their families endured in the past and dotted around the coast you'll find small sheltered harbours and slipways, fishermen's cottages and rock formations that you will never forget.
Facilities include:
National Trust shop and tea room
Minibus service is provided at a small charge to take visitors to the Causeway Stones
Disabled access
Open for walking all year round
There is an admission charge to the car park and audio visual.
Specialist guided tours operate June - August and booking is necessary.
Tours are also available out of season and booking is essential.
Please contact by telephone for further information and tour prices.
Contact the Giants Causeway and Visitor Centre 
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