Towns and villages entered into the spirit of the occasion with themed events and activities ahead of and during the race.
Crowds thronged the route – and braved the rain at times - as top-class cyclists made their way through Larne, Carrickfergus and Newtownabbey.
Here’s a selection of photos from May 2014 to take you on a pedal-powered trip back in time.
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Cara Morrow celebrated her twelfth birthday by watching the Giro d'Italia in Glengormley. INNT 20-021-FP Photo: Freddie Parkinson
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Carrick awaits the Giro d'Italia in 2014. INCT 20-444-RM Photo: RM Studios
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Carrick's own Sarah Richmond was in fine form as she sang some well known arias during Giro d'Italia celebrations. INCT 20-432-RM Photo: RM Studios
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Carrick cycling club, Team Madigan held a special event at The Swift to celebrate the race. Pictured on the bike was Jennifer Ashby with (L-R) Steven Stewart, Paul Stenson, Ronnie McIlwaine, Colin Porter and Penny Lindsay. INCT 20-403-RM Photo: RM Studios