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.
33. Pedal Power
Aisling Martin and Jenny Ervine of Whiteabbey ready to welcome the Giro d'Italia in 2014. INNT 19-009-FP Photo: Freddie Parkinson
34. Pedal Power
Traders in Whiteabbey village got together to support one of the biggest cycle races to these shores of the Village. INNT 19-005-FP Photo: Freddie Parkinson
35. Pedal Power
Newtownabbey Council getting ready for the Giro d'Italia with the staff of Bruslee, Simon Erwin, Andrew Robb and Michael Baker, making a sculpture of pink cycles. INNT 19-012-FP Photo: Freddie Parkinson
36. Pedal Power
Supporting Cadel Evans, Olivia and Ian Adams travelled from Australia to see the Giro d'Italia and to visit Ian's family from Glengormley. INNT 20-003-FP Photo: Freddie Parkinson