Dark Hedges

Many visitors see the Dark Hedges as part of Game of Thrones–themed tours, which typically depart from Dublin and Belfast, and include stops at other filming locations such as Larrybane (the site of King Renly’s camp near Storm’s End), Ballintoy Harbour (the setting for Theon's return to the Iron Islands), and Cushendun Caves (where Melisandre birthed her shadow baby).

The Dark Hedges are also a regular photo stop on full-day Northern Ireland tours from Belfast and Dublin, which focus on the region’s star attractions, such as the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Giant’s Causeway and the nerve-testing Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge.

• Guided day tours from Belfast usually last for 8 to 9 hours, while day tours from Dublin can last up to 14.

• Wear warm layers, as the Dark Hedges and other nearby attractions are outdoors.

• Game of Thrones fans can opt for tours devoted to the sites most closely associated with the series, including the Dark Hedges.

• Be careful when taking photographs—the road is still in use and vehicular traffic has right of way.

The Dark Hedges are located in County Antrim, about 50 miles (80 kilometers) north of Belfast. The easiest way to get there is with a guided tour, but it’s also possible to drive to the site from Belfast in just over 1 hour. If driving, leave your car at the roadside parking area on Bregagh Road or at the nearby Hedges Estate Hotel and walk from there, so as not to ruin other visitors’ photographs.

During busy summer months, it can be difficult to capture the Dark Hedges without another sightseer or car coming into frame. Try going in the early morning or late afternoon when fewer people are around.

Like many historic sites in Northern Ireland, the Dark Hedges are said to be haunted by a ghostly figure. The phantom, said to be a woman dressed in gray, is believed to stroll the avenue at twilight. Believers say she is searching for her burial site, set in an unmarked graveyard nearby.

Yes, the Dark Hedges in Northern Ireland are definitely worth a visit. While the Dark Hedges shot to fame due to an appearance in the HBO series Game of Thrones, this landmark is also known for its striking scenery whether or not you are interested in Game of Thrones.

Most visitors spend about half an hour exploring the Dark Hedges. This landmark in Northern Ireland comprises an avenue of intertwined beech trees, forming a striking backdrop. It’s a popular place for taking photographs and admiring the scenery that appeared in HBO’s Game of Thrones.

Most famously, the HBO series Game of Thrones was filmed in Northern Ireland at the natural landmark, the Dark Hedges. This scenic row of intertwined beech trees also appears in the Transformers film The Last Night. It’s a popular stop during Game of Thrones-themed sightseeing tours.

Yes, you can drive up to the Dark Hedges independently. There is no entry fee or admission here; the Dark Hedges is simply an avenue of intertwined beech trees in the countryside in Northern Ireland. You can drive your own car or join a Game of Thrones-themed sightseeing tour to visit.

It is free to visit the Dark Hedges. There is no entry fee or cost to drive up to the Dark Hedges, located in the countryside in Northern Ireland. Some people choose to join a Game of Thrones-themed sightseeing tour, which does have a cost, varying depending on the experience.

The Dark Hedges is a famous road in Northern Ireland lined on both sides by beech trees, which intertwine at the top. It is famous as a backdrop in the HBO series Game of Thrones and is a stop on many Game of Thrones-themed sightseeing tours.