Museums & Galleries

Northern Ireland’s museums span centuries of history, from the 12th-century Norman architecture of Carrickfergus Castle to the maritime legacy of the SS Nomadic, the last remaining White Star Line ship. The 18th-century Armagh Robinson Library houses rare collections, while the Museum of Free Derry documents the civil rights movement. The Ulster Museum offers extensive natural science and art exhibits, and the Ulster American Folk Park recreates the emigration experience through reconstructed rural dwellings and a replica sailing ship.

Crumlin Road Gaol

HM Prison Belfast, also known as Crumlin Road Gaol, is a former prison situated on the Crumlin Road in north Belfast, Northern Ireland.

Carrickfergus Castle

Visit this Norman castle dating back to the 12th century, and marvel at its rather well preserved medieval structure, marked by a long…

Ulster Museum

The Ulster Museum, located in the Botanic Gardens in Belfast, has around 8,000 square metres of public display space, featuring material…

SS Nomadic

SS Nomadic is a former tender of the White Star Line, launched on 25 April 1911 at Belfast, that is now on display in Belfast's Titanic…

Hillsborough Castle

Hillsborough Castle is an official government residence in Northern Ireland.

Armagh Robinson Library

Founded in 1771, this is the oldest library in Northern Ireland. It houses a significant collection of 17th and 18th-century books, including a first edition of Gulliver's Travels annotated by Jonathan Swift.

Ulster American Folk Park

Explores the fascinating collection between Ireland and America. The open-air museum provides an experience that is hard to forget.

St. Patricks Visitor Centre

The Saint Patrick Visitor Centre is a modern exhibition complex located in Downpatrick, County Down, Northern Ireland.

Museum of Free Derry

Located in the Bogside, this museum focuses on the civil rights movement and the Troubles in Derry. Exhibits cover the Battle of the Bogside and Bloody Sunday through multi-media displays and personal artifacts.

Larne Museum & Art Centre

Larne Museum and Arts Centre is a local museum based in Larne, County Antrim, Northern Ireland.

Sheelin Lace Museum

This museum displays an extensive collection of antique Irish lace dating from the 19th and early 20th centuries. Exhibits include vintage wedding dresses and accessories showcasing Youghal, Inishmacsaint, and Limerick lace styles.

Bagenal's Castle

A restored 16th-century fortified house and bawn that serves as the Newry and Mourne Museum. It features local history galleries detailing the region's heritage from the prehistoric era to the modern day.