Across the country, many notable landmarks - both inside and outside - continue to thrive despite the falling temperatures and limited daylight.
Here are some of the best landmarks to be visited in Northern Ireland throughout autumn and winter.
1. Navan Centre and Fort
Just two miles from the historic cathedral city, myths and reality collide. At the legendary Emain Macha, the ancient goddess of war and fertility, scored the earth with her brooch pin and traced the famous outline of this sacred stronghold of the mythical hero Cu Chulainn, home of the famous Red Branch Knights and Ulster Cycle of tales. Walk in the footsteps of warriors as you discover how and why this impressive ceremonial structure was built, as you meet the resident Celtic clan and view their period dwelling. During your visit, you may find the Celts regaling you with stories of past glories, cooking, weaving or even preparing their weaponry for battle. Photo: Contributed
2. The Gobbins
Near Islandmagee, experience the most stunning coastal walk in Europe - the primal beauty of the Gobbins cliff was tamed by Edwardian engineering in the early 20th century and their legacy remains today. Step through a portal in the rock and onto a pathway over the sea. Peer into the ever-changing waters of the North Passage from the railings of a tubular bridge. Venture between outcrops and across the mouths of yawning caves. Begin at the Visitor Centre where you can prepare for your adventure, before meeting your guide, and boarding a dedicated shuttle bus which will then take you from the Visitor Centre to The Gobbins trailhead, on the cliffs high above Wise's Eye. Photo: Contributed
3. Armagh Observatory & Planetarium
The longest-running planetarium in the British Isles has experienced the full development of planetarium technology over the past half century. Initially equipped with a starball Goto projector, Armagh then pioneered the introduction of the video revolution in the 1970s. Today, Armagh Planetarium is equipped with a state-of-the art digital projector system providing an immersive experience under the full dome. The team at the Planetarium’s Education department presents a variety of shows under the dome, transporting the audience across the solar system and the stars. Also be sure to check out the Astropark, with its scale model of the universe, while the interactive Human Orrery features an accurate scale model of the positions and orbits of the Earth and the five other planets in the Solar System, with stainless steel tiles. Photo: Contributed
4. Carrickfergus Castle
For over eight centuries, this imposing and remarkably well-preserved Norman castle has stood as a citadel on the shore of Belfast Lough. Remaining in service right until 1928 - and having survived sieges by the Irish, Scottish, English and French, the castle today houses historical displays as well as cannons from the 17th to the 19th centuries. A visit will give you the opportunity to see how the Great Hall at the top of the Great Tower has been transformed by the new roof which has greatly improved the visitor’s experience. Photo: Contributed