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Do you have a special interest or want to delve deeper into Hillsborough Castle's unique history? Join our specially themed guided castle tours, with dates throughout the year.
You may even be lucky enough to access behind-the-scenes areas in the castle not usually seen by visitors.
Our Special Interest tours last 60 minutes.between July and November
Pre-booking is recommended to avoid disappointment.
ART TOUR
09 August at 11:30 and 10 August at 16:00
13 September at 11:30 and 14 September at 16:00
From Reubens to Ramsey and Lely to Lavery, Hillsborough Castle is a place to see great art. Our expert guide will lead you through Hillsborough’s treasures including unique works from the Royal Collection and other major lenders on display for the first time in Northern Ireland.
LGBTQ+ TOUR
19 July at 16:00, 21 July at 11:30 & 16:00, and 26 July at 16:00
02 August at 16:00, 04 August at 11:30 & 16:00
Led by an expert guide, you will get to explore changing attitudes to sexuality and gender identity using stories from the Castle's past and the rich collection of objects and paintings on display. From royal relationships and public scandals to political activism and evolving attitudes, Hillsborough Castle's connection to LGBTQ+ lives has existed for centuries.
POLITICS TOUR
26 July at 11:30
30 August at 11:30
Hillsborough Castle has a long history of playing host to political discussions, going all the way back to American Independence in the 1770s. Join our expert guides as we unpick the intimate and world-shaping discussions held here behind closed doors.
AMERICAN HISTORY TOUR
19 July at 11:30, 20 July at 16:00
02 August at 11:30, 03 August at 16:00, 16 August at 11:30 and 17 August at 16:00
Step into history at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens, with over 250 years of shared stories between the USA, UK, and Ireland. Our guides open up the historic connection with the USA and follow in the footsteps of presidents and peacemakers who used Hillsborough Castle as a vital backdrop to their discussions.
Facilities
Accessibility
- Activities accessible for visitors with disabilities
Provider Preferences
- Unique venue - Historic gardens
- Village Location
