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    Best National Parks In Belfast

    We've rounded up the best national parks in Belfast in our quest to discover brilliant family attractions and places to visit near you. There are 4 Belfast national parks to pick from.Alternatively, why not explore some other sightseeing days out nearby, including parks and playgrounds. Find the perfect places to go with your kids and get out on your next adventure!

    All the national parks we list are rated according to the ages they are suitable for, facilities and whether they are suitable for rainy days or best when the sun is shining.

    Many of the places we list are historic or educational in nature and would be suitable for class trips or as ways to keep the learning up whilst having fun over the school holidays.

    Find your perfect day out

    Glenariff Forest Park

    • Cushendall
    • Outdoor
    • National Parks

    Glenariff Forest Park is one of the 9 Antrim Glens, and has over 1,000 glorious hectares to explore with the kids, involving a great mixture of plant...

    All Ages

    6 mi

    Murlough National Nature Reserve

    • Dundrum
    • Outdoor
    • National Parks

    Murlough National Nature Reserve Fringing one of Northern Ireland's most popular beaches equally delightful for visiting, this bay is overlooked by t...

    All Ages

    24.1 mi

    Peatlands Park

    • Dungannon
    • Outdoor
    • Parks and Playgrounds

    Peatlands Park was specifically established to raise awareness of peatland habitat issues so it's a great stop for secret schooling as well as for a...

    All Ages

    28.4 mi

    Giants Causeway and Visitors Centre

    • Bushmills
    • Indoor and Outdoor
    • National Parks

    The Giant's Causeway is a World Heritage site and National Nature Reserve maintained by the National Trust. A volcanic eruption over 60 million years...

    Ages 4+

    49.8 mi

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