Days out in Northern Ireland

Check out our four flexible day-out ideas for your Boundless membership

Choose an area to explore

Hillsborough | Belfast | Fermanagh | Armagh

Plan ahead and enjoy the day. Check opening times, availability and booking details before setting off, as queues and travel can affect timings. Full terms are on the linked benefit pages.

Hillsborough

Explore Northern Ireland’s royal heritage and beautiful wetlands, combining Hillsborough Castle’s historic rooms and gardens with a wildlife-filled afternoon at Castle Espie.

9:30 AM
Hillsborough Castle and Gardens – Explore the official royal residence in Northern Ireland, with historic state rooms and 100 acres of gardens and woodland to discover. Boundless Plus members can use their Historic Royal Palaces benefit. Allow at least three hours for the castle and gardens, and check castle booking times before travelling.
1:00 PM
Lunch in Hillsborough village – Take a short walk into Hillsborough village for lunch and explore its historic streets. Explore restaurant and dining offers on the tastecard app.
2:30 PM
WWT Castle Espie – After lunch, head to WWT Castle Espie on the shores of Strangford Lough, where you can explore wetlands, trails, hides and wildlife habitats. Boundless members get unlimited general admission to WWT centres.

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Historic Royal Palaces | WWT | tastecard

Note: WWT Castle Espie’s visitor centre currently opens from 10 am to 5 pm, while the reserve closes earlier at 4:30 pm. Check current opening times before travelling.

Belfast

Discover Belfast’s maritime and industrial heritage, from a historic Royal Navy warship to the transport stories that helped shape Northern Ireland.

9:30 AM
HMS Caroline – Step aboard the last surviving First World War-era Royal Navy light cruiser and explore its historic decks, crew spaces and exhibitions in Belfast’s Titanic Quarter. The National Art Pass holders receive free entry; this is a walk-up offer, so show your pass at the ticket office on the day. Allow around two hours for the visit.
12:00 PM
Lunch in Titanic Quarter – Take a short walk through Belfast’s Titanic Quarter for lunch, surrounded by maritime heritage and waterfront views. Explore restaurant and dining offers on the tastecard app.
2:00 PM
Ulster Transport Museum – Head to Cultra to explore trains, cars, ships and exhibitions telling the story of transport and social change in Northern Ireland. The National Art Pass holders receive free entry. The museum recommends booking ahead, although tickets can also be purchased on the day. Allow around two hours to explore the galleries.

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The National Art Pass | tastecard

Note: HMS Caroline operates scheduled tours, with times subject to change. The ship has steep steps and uneven surfaces in places. Ulster Transport Museum is closed on Mondays and has seasonal opening hours, so check current times and booking information before travelling.

Fermanagh

Discover Fermanagh’s historic estates, beautiful lakes and countryside, with time to explore, eat and enjoy the area at your own pace.

9:30 AM
Florence Court – Start your day at this beautiful 18th-century National Trust estate. Explore the historic house, gardens and surrounding parkland, with time to enjoy the scenery and walking routes.
12:30 PM
Lunch in Enniskillen – Head into Enniskillen for lunch and explore the town centre, with its riverside setting, independent shops and cafés. Explore the tastecard app for available local dining offers.
2:30 PM
Enniskillen and Lough Erne – Spend the afternoon exploring Enniskillen and the shores of Lough Erne. Take a stroll along the waterfront, browse the town’s historic streets or enjoy views across the lake.

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Armagh

Explore Armagh’s distinctive heritage, from a historic country house to the heart of the city and its famous cathedrals.

9:30 AM
Milford House — Discover the story of this Victorian country house and its distinctive architecture and historic features.
12:30 PM
Lunch in Armagh — Head into Armagh for lunch before exploring the city centre. Check the tastecard app for available local dining offers.
2:00 PM
Armagh City — Explore the historic centre, including Armagh’s two famous cathedrals, historic streets and gardens.

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Note: Opening and access arrangements at Milford House can vary, so please check the latest visitor information before travelling.

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Important information

Information correct at the time of publication. These flexible itineraries are provided for inspiration and are not guaranteed schedules. Times are approximate, and it may not be possible to complete every stop on every date. Visit and journey times will vary depending on opening hours, last admission, queues, availability, temporary closures, travel conditions, accessibility requirements and your pace. Check current venue, transport and booking information before travelling.

Benefits are available to eligible members with an active Boundless membership and, where required, an activated benefit or partner pass. Boundless Plus benefits are marked. Participating venues, offers and availability may change or be withdrawn. Exclusions, restricted dates and other limitations may apply.

Some benefits require advance booking, while others cannot be used to pre-book. Admission may be subject to availability or the next available time slot. Check the tastecard app for current participating locations, valid days and restrictions.

You may need to show your membership card, relevant pass and valid photo identification. See each linked benefit or provider page for full terms and conditions.

The venues, restaurants and transport services featured are operated by third parties. Boundless cannot guarantee their opening times, availability, admission, services or journey times and is not responsible for changes or disruption outside its reasonable control. Nothing in this notice excludes or limits liability where it cannot lawfully be excluded.

Information correct as of 15 September 2026