Top things to do in Belfast
Attractions, tours and activities in Belfast
Belfast: the city's best neighbourhoods
Find a great area to stay in Belfast
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Titanic Quarter
0.9 miles from city centre
Every Belfastian had a family member that worked on the Titanic's construction. History's largest luxury liner was constructed here a century ago in Harland and Wolff’s shipyards. Visit the Titanic Museum and Titanic Studios, see some of the sets from TV's "Game of Thrones" in The Paint Hall, or stroll around Belfast Harbour Marina.
Places to stay from £180 per night
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Queens Quarter
1 miles from city centre
All activity in Queen’s Quarter seems to pivot around Queen’s University. Most of the University’s faculty and students live in this area, which is filled with grand Victorian houses, inviting parks and laid-back cafés. While you’re there, see the historic Lanyon Building on-campus, stroll in the Botanic Gardens or visit the Ulster Museum.
Places to stay from £10 per night
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Cathedral Quarter
In the city centre
Take a trip to Old Belfast. The old trade and warehousing district is rife with hip bars, like The Duke of York and The Dirty Onion. Stroll past the city’s oldest buildings and churches on Waring Street and Hill Street, shop in Victoria Square for brand-name clothing, or visit Kelly’s Cellar for live Gaelic music and a pint or two of Guinness.
Places to stay from £50 per night
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Gaeltacht Quarter
1.5 miles from city centre
If you’re hankering for a taste of ‘ole Ireland, here’s your chance. This area's patriotic residents live in idyllic surroundings. Sometimes, you'll spot artfully-designed political murals on the park walls. The Cultúrlann McAdam Ó Fiaich is located here – it's a well-known cultural centre that preserves Gaelic arts and culture.
Places to stay from £58 per night
About Belfast
Including tips for the best time to visit Belfast
Few cities could claim to have undergone a transformation quite so spectacular as Belfast’s. The capital of Northern Ireland remains characterised by old shipyards and elegant Victorian houses, but its world-class museums, modern art galleries and cosy restaurants have given the city a new lease of life.
Points of interest include Titanic Belfast, an award-winning and state-of-the-art museum that tells the story of the world’s most famous ship, and the Botanic Gardens, which houses tropical plants and birds inside its birdcage-like glass dome. Make your way through music-filled ‘trad bars’, take a free tour of Belfast City Hall, or shop for fresh food and local art at St. George’s Market – the oldest and most popular market in the city.
But the appeal of Belfast doesn’t rest solely in its centre. The city is also a great base for visiting various filming locations from 'Game of Thrones'. Immerse yourself in the world of the hit TV series, with guided visits to ‘Winterfell Castle’, ‘the Haunted Forest’ and the ‘Iron Islands' on the country’s craggy northern coastline.
At night, head to the city’s Cathedral Quarter for the trendiest bars in town, and to experience the city's characteristic warm welcome.
Tonight
From £129 per night
This weekend
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Next weekend
From £458 per night
| Most popular time to visit | October–December |
| Cheapest time to visit | January–March |
| Local currency | GBP |
| Language | English |
| Average weekend price | £135 per night |
| Average weekday price | £120 per night |
| Typical stay | 1 night |
Points of interest in Belfast
Stay near the top sightseeing spots in Belfast
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Titanic Belfast
1.2 miles from city centre
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Ulster Hall
0.1 miles from city centre
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St. George's Market
0.4 miles from city centre
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Belfast Castle
3.2 miles from city centre
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Belfast City Hall
In the city centre
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Grand Opera House Belfast
0.2 miles from city centre
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Waterfront Hall Belfast
0.4 miles from city centre
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Big Fish
0.5 miles from city centre
Belfast reviews
What other travellers say about Belfast
Visiting Titanic Belfast was a priority this trip, was...
19 April 2024
Visiting Titanic Belfast was a priority this trip, was thrilled to see and go on board SS Nomadic, walk the Titanic slipway and see Thompson Dry Dock---all highlights of my time in Belfast. Took city tourist bus tour and spent a lot of time just walking through the city---also saw Titanic memorial at City Hall--very moving to see all of the names who perished. Found some interesting restaurants to eat in especially Fratelli- Italian. Could have seen a lot more but will have to make another trip again to see Giants Causeway, etc. Lots of places within walking distance.
The hop on-hop off bus tour was excellent, It was the only...
15 April 2024
The hop on-hop off bus tour was excellent, It was the only activity we partook in as I had a medical appointment the morning I arrived in Belfast so didn't have much time for anything else, we also had lunch in Granny Annie's, which I would highly recommend to anybody visiting Belfast
Belfast is a great place to walk around.
15 April 2024
Belfast is a great place to walk around. It has a really down to earth feel to it and everyone is incredibly friendly and welcoming. The buildings are wonderful - loads of lovely architecture. It's very easy to get around on buses. Up near the university is a fabulous area - great local shops and cafes/bars.
Good historical tours of the city.
14 April 2024
Good historical tours of the city. Mostly free. Bus drivers helpful. The Titanic was closed for repairs to the roof. Note that the Ulster Museum is very good but closed on a Monday. Very wet weather!
Great for a weekend (3 night stay).
9 April 2024
Great for a weekend (3 night stay). Hotel in city centre and the cit6 is quite small and easy to navigate on foot. Great restaurants of high quality. We ate at Blank, just outside the centre, great dining experience and Stock in the market was lively and good quality food. There were loads of pubs with good bar menus. Titanic and Game of Thrones experience very good but watch for crowds at the Titanic experience. Friendly people in all bars, restaurants and hotel. Plenty of taxis at a good price if needed. Welcoming and enjoyable city with lots of tours and interests which easy to walk around.
Belfast is a very interesting city - highly recommend taking...
8 April 2024
Belfast is a very interesting city - highly recommend taking a Black Cab Tour to get the history. It feels like a small city when walking around the City Center area. St. George's Market was great and we loved the food we had there. We only stayed a short time so we didn't get to see the museums. Definitely worth the trip!
Popular places to stay in Belfast
Stay in some of the best accommodation Belfast has to offer
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