Northern Ireland is Game of Thrones Territory. Game of Thrones features many stunning locations from across Northern Ireland, which is the perfect location for the epic story- with rugged coastlines, historic castles and breathtaking scenery, all within short driving distance from The Portrush Atlantic Hotel- the perfect base for your Seven Among the show’s greatest strengths are the stunning locations that bring a gritty realism to the sensational storylines. The dramatic landscape of Game of Thrones® found a home in Northern Ireland, becoming part of local lore and legend. For a story this epic, only Northern Ireland’s giant spirit can contain it. 8. Gracehill House, Stranocum, County Antrim. Filming location: The Dark Hedges, otherwise known as the King's Road in the show. 9. Mary McBrides, Cushendun, County Antrim. Filming location: Cushendun Caves, which were used in the show as a cove in the Stormlands. 10. Ballygally Castle, Ballygally, County Antrim. 6.30pm – 7.30pm (depending on time of year) Giants Causeway & Game of Thrones North Tour. Recently voted as the Best Region in the World to visit in 2018 by Lonely Planet - this stunning coastal drive combines pretty glens with dramatic cliff drops, as well as factoring in world class golf courses, the world’s oldest whiskey distillery and And those early scenes were filmed right here at Castle Ward. With interest in Game of Thrones locations around the world high, the castle has become one of the best places to go in Northern Ireland for GOT fans. And it has started running a Game of Thrones Experience. But this is no Disney-esque affair, though it can involve dressing up. However escaping by way of the ‘Kings Road’ has its own dangers. Beware the ‘Grey Lady,’ for, in reality, Melisandre has nothing on her! Please note: This tour is independently operated by Irish Tour Tickets Limited. It is not sponsored, endorsed or affiliated with HBO or anyone associated with Game of Thrones. Day 1 Game of Thrones Ireland locations. Your first day exploring Northern Ireland’s Game of Thrones filming locations should be spent at the hub of where Game of Thrones is filmed, Belfast. Belfast is one of Northern Ireland’s best cities. Steeped in Victorian history and experiencing an ever-evolving cultural scene, Belfast is a treasure More recently The Dark Hedges avenue has been featured as the Kings Road in the famous HBO series, Game of Thrones®. A railway once passed under the bridge on the Bregagh Road; going from Ballymoney to Ballycastle; via Dervock, Stranocum, Gracehill and Capecastle. The Ballycastle Railway opened in 1880. Discover the beauty of Winterfell on this once-in-a-lifetime Northern Ireland adventure! Enjoy 3 nights in the vibrant city of Dublin, then spend 3 nights in Belfast, where you'll embark on a special Game of Thrones tour. Travel the Kingsroad and break out your inner Stark as you come across real-life locations you've seen on the show! Visit Giant's Causeway, Ballycastle, Ballintoy Harbour Belfast – the capital of Northern Ireland. 15. Downhill Beach, County Derry – Dragonstone. 14. Murlough Bay, County Antrim – Renly Baratheon's camp. 13. Inch Abbey, County Down – Robb Stark's camp in Riverrun. 12. Larrybane Quarry, County Antrim – home of the Greyjoys. 33wPT.