Giant’s Causeway Northern Ireland: Don’t Pay £18 to Park (Do This Instead)
We returned to Northern Ireland after 37 years and took on the Giant's Causeway in gale-force wind and rain. Here's how to skip the £18-per-person visitor centre and park for £12 a car, just half a mile down the road. Along the Causeway Coastal Route we explore the cliffs at Portstewart and Downhill, tell the legend of Finn McCool and Benandonner, explain how the 40,000 hexagonal columns really formed, then dry off at the Marine Hotel in Ballycastle before a 9/10 loaded fries takeaway from Ballybusters in Ballyclare. CHAPTERS 0:00 Back in Northern Ireland after 37 years 0:39 Portstewart & Downhill in the wind 1:12 The Legend of Finn McCool 2:29 How the Giant's Causeway really formed 3:59 Giant's Causeway + the £12 parking tip 5:48 Up close on the stones (in the rain!) 6:33 Warming up at the Marine Hotel, Ballycastle 7:41 Watermill cottage & loaded fries verdict #giantscauseway #northernireland #travel4k #travelvlog #irelandtravel #roadtrip #MarionAndMe #FinnMcCool #Ballyclare #over50travel #AntrimCoast From dramatic cliff walks in Portstewart to the 40,000 hexagonal stones of the Giant’s Causeway, we’re exploring the stunning Antrim Coast—including how to avoid paying £18 per person just to park! Join Marion And Me for honest Marella Cruise reviews, Benidorm travel tips, and a look at the best Mediterranean holiday experiences. From dining reviews to finding family-friendly gems in Spain, we share the real side of travel and seeing what your money really buys you. Expect honest reviews and real experiences that help you decide where to stay and if it's actually worth it. If you love discovering hidden gems as much as we do, come along for the ride. Join our community 🔴 SUBSCRIBE HERE: youtube.com/channel/UCjnzVGLjvjrj355JLNXBBuw?sub_confirmation=1 We try to show: 🌍 Couples Fun Adventures across Spain, Greece, and beyond. 🚢 Honest Cruise Reviews (Virgin Voyages, Marella, Fred Olsen). 🇪🇸 Benidorm Travel Tips for active seniors and families. 🎒 Travel Hacks for packing, budget luxury, and slow travel.