{"id":13253,"date":"2017-01-11T16:52:12","date_gmt":"2017-01-11T15:52:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/?p=13253"},"modified":"2017-01-11T16:53:19","modified_gmt":"2017-01-11T15:53:19","slug":"17-things-to-do-in-northern-ireland-in-2017","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/2017\/01\/17-things-to-do-in-northern-ireland-in-2017\/","title":{"rendered":"17 THINGS TO DO IN NORTHERN IRELAND IN 2017"},"content":{"rendered":"

The New Year is upon us and it’s the perfect time to visit somewhere new, try something different and attend one of the many events that is happening in Northern Ireland this year. <\/em><\/h1>\n

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Rachel Quigg, Destination PR Officer, Tourism Northern Ireland said: \u201cFrom <\/em>Titanic Belfast, the world\u2019s leading tourist attraction to award-winning golf courses and renowned international events such as the Irish Open and Women\u2019s Rugby World Cup, Northern Ireland is packed with exciting things to see, do and experience in 2017.\u201d
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\n\u201cThere are also some great value deals to be had, so why not extend the adventure and book a short staycation in Northern Ireland in 2017<\/em>.\u201d\u00a0 added Rachel. <\/em><\/p>\n

Tourism Northern Ireland has put together a list of things for you and the family to do in 2017:<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Have a Titanic Experience in Belfast<\/strong>
\nVoted the World\u2019s Leading Tourist Attraction, Titanic Belfast is a \u2018must see\u2019 on any visit to Belfast.\u00a0 The attraction takes you through nine galleries, telling the story of RMS Titanic, from her conception in the 1990s, through her construction and launch, to her tragic maiden voyage and end.<\/p>\n

Travel along the Causeway Coast<\/strong>
\nThe Causeway Coastal Route is considered one of the most beautiful road journeys in the world. From the Giant\u2019s Causeway to Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge and hidden gems such as Dunseverick Harbour and Roe Valley Country Park, the Causeway Coastal Route will truly take your breath away.<\/p>\n

Tee off on a world-class course<\/strong>
\nWith luscious parklands and spectacular links courses, Northern Ireland is made for golf. Catch some of the world\u2019s top professionals at the Northern Ireland Open and Irish Open this summer. If you\u2019d like to get involved in a bit of the action, check out Northern Ireland\u2019s new amateur golf competition, Belfast Parkland International, and register now to take part!<\/p>\n

Step back in time<\/strong>
\nDiscover the rich heritage and history of Northern Ireland at one of our award-winning museums, monuments and heritage sites scattered across the Provence.<\/p>\n

Banish those winter blues<\/strong>
\nTake some time out from the stress of everyday life and take a chance to relax, unwind and indulge in some well-deserved pampering at one of Northern Ireland\u2019s luxury spas.<\/p>\n

All aboard HMS Caroline<\/strong>
\nClimb aboard Belfast\u2019s newest visitor experience and discover what life was like at sea for over 300 crew members who served on board.\u00a0 Visitors can explore historic places such as the Cabin\u2019s Cabin, Engine Room and Kitchen through state-of-the art special effects and hand-on interactive exhibits. (Reopening in April)<\/p>\n

Discover a Literary Great<\/strong>
\nStep into Seamus Heaney HomePlace\u00a0and discover the life and work of Nobel Laureate, Seamus Heaney, through the faces and places that inspired his most famous work.<\/p>\n

Catch an International Sporting Event<\/strong>
\nCheer for the home team this summer at the Women\u2019s Rugby World Cup and UEFA European Women\u2019s Under-19 Championship at the finals of both events taking place in Belfast. Alternatively, get on your bike and take on\u00a0some of the most historic and iconic climbs with the <\/strong>Gran Fondo Giro d\u2019Italia Northern Ireland 2017<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Whet your appetite on a Tasty Tour <\/strong>
\nThe NI Year of Food and Drink may be over, but Northern Ireland\u2019s food and drink scene<\/strong><\/strong> is <\/strong>ever-growing. Tantalise your taste buds on a food and drink experience including Belfast Food Tour, Lough Erne Food Tours and Causeway Foodie Tours and more! <\/strong><\/p>\n

Explore the Maiden City of Derry~Londonderry<\/strong>
\nA city\u00a0 of cultural delights, historical significance and artistic flair, Derry~Londonderry is teeming with award-winning attractions, lively pubs and fine dining restaurants to enjoy. <\/strong><\/p>\n

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Explore Game of Thrones\u00ae Terrority
\n<\/strong>Immerse yourself in the world of Westeros on a Game of Thrones\u00ae inspired experience. Visit the locations of Winterfell Castle, the Kingsroad and the Iron Islands or enjoy a themed afternoon tea or medieval banquet. <\/strong><\/p>\n

Discover the magical world of Narnia<\/strong>
\nDiscover the sights that inspired the world renowned C. S. Lewis\u2019 \u2018The<\/em> Chronicles of Narnia\u2019<\/em> book series, from Dunluce Castle to the Mountains of Mourne and everywhere in between.\u00a0 Don\u2019t forget to check out the recently opened C.S. Lewis Square in Belfast where you can get up close with some of the series\u2019 beloved characters.<\/p>\n

Trust your way around Northern Ireland<\/strong>
\nFrom intriguing, former stately homes like Mount Stewart and the Argory to dramatic coastal attractions like Carrick-a-Rede and the world-famous Giant\u2019s Causeway – the National Trust looks after many wonderful historic properties and scenic places in Northern Ireland.<\/p>\n

Have a walk in the Garden<\/strong>
\nWhether you prefer grand ornamental gardens and charming walled gardens to majestic castle properties and woodland meadows, there are a wide range of magical open green spaces just waiting to be explored in Northern Ireland.<\/p>\n

Relax on a Lakeside Retreat<\/strong>
\nWith stunning scenery and lakeside luxury, discover Fermanagh\u2019s breathtaking natural landscape and a treasure trove of hidden gems on a relaxing lakeside retreat. For something extra special, hop on a cruiser and enjoy the romance of a sunset cruise.<\/p>\n

Unearth somewhere Outstandingly Beautiful<\/strong>
\nNorthern Ireland is home to eight designated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty consisting of sloping valleys, sensational coast lines and peaceful walkways waiting to be explored this year by you.<\/p>\n

Soak up the Atmosphere at a Festival or Two<\/strong>
\nExperience Northern Ireland\u2019s culture and art scene at one of the many local, national and international festivals taking place throughout the year that the entire family can enjoy.<\/p>\n

For more information on literary places of interest in Northern Ireland click on www.discovernorthernireland.com<\/a>, visit your local tourist information centre or log onto www.facebook.com\/discovernorthernireland<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The New Year is upon us and it’s the perfect time to visit somewhere new, try something different and attend one of the many events that is happening in Northern Ireland this year. Rachel Quigg, Destination PR Officer, Tourism Northern Ireland said: \u201cFrom Titanic Belfast, the world\u2019s leading tourist attraction to award-winning golf courses and … Continued<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[1],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13253"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=13253"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13253\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":13257,"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13253\/revisions\/13257"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=13253"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=13253"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=13253"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}