Regardless of if you’re going to soak up the sun before it disappears or if you’re looking for the best photography opportunity, there are few things as tranquil as watching the natural beauty around you develop on a minutely basis.
From the Causeway Coast and the Mourne Mountains to spots in the bustling city of Belfast, there are lots of great hidden viewing spots that are well worth discovering across the country.
We’ve put together this list of some great places to watch the sun set in Northern Ireland.
Additional reporting by Maisie Laughton.
13. Bushmills
A small town on the Causeway Coast, Bushmills is famous for its world famous distillery and for being very close to the Giant’s Causeway, enabling you to watch the sunset from The Diamond. Named after the mills on the River Bush, Bushmills is lined with historic buildings and quaint shops, making you feel as though you have stepped back in time. For more information, go to causewaycoast.holiday/locations/bushmills Photo: DiscoverNI
14. Downpatrick
Downpatrick is a historical town, as the cathedral is believed to be the burial place of Saint Patrick himself. Watch the sunset from this historical cathedral, or from the lush woodlands of Quoile Countryside Centre, or from Inch Abbey, where Robb Stark's camp was located in Season 2. For more information, go to virtualvisittours.com/downpatrick Photo: Brian Morrison / DiscoverNI
15. Dunluce Castle
Perched on the rugged cliffs of the Causeway Coast between Portrush and Bushmills, Dunluce Castle is one of the most picturesque and romantic castles in Ireland with evidence of settlement from the first millennium, the castle ruins date mostly back to the 16th and 17th Century. This castle is a hugely popular spot for views with Magheracross Viewing Point and picnic area nearby, but watching the sunset in the silhouette of this 13th Century castle will be the icing on the cake for your visit. For more information, go to discovernorthernireland.com/dunluce-castle Photo: DiscoverNI
16. Ards Peninsula
There are a few small towns and villages that are on the Ards Peninsula such as Newtownards to the north, Donaghadee with Portaferry at the southern end of the peninsula. Each of these small, historical towns are full of fantastic views with access to local restaurants and cafés to watch the sunset. For more information, go to irishtourism.com/ards-peninsula Photo: Visit Ards and North Down