Planted by the Stuart family in the 18th century as the formal entrance to their property, these shadowy, gnarled, entwined beech trees are now among Northern Ireland's most photographed sights after doubling as the Kingsroad in Game of Thrones . Getting a photo without cars (and crowds) isn't easy: do your fellow fans a favour and park at either end of the tree-covered road and walk up. The Dark Hedges are 14km southwest of Ballycastle via the A44 and Ballykenver Rd.
The most atmospheric time to visit is at sunset.
