Belfast

Travel Guide

Belfast
Belfast
Belfast
Stormont Parliament Buildings which includes a monument, an administrative buidling and a statue or sculpture
Belfast

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Just an hour away from the pretty Atlantic coast is Belfast, the vibrant and welcoming capital of Northern Ireland.

Surrounded by miles of rolling countryside, Belfast is Northern Ireland’s cultural, political and artistic hub, and has a fascinating history. In recent years, the reminders of the city’s tumultuous past have been slowly receding, with the memories of the national conflicts of the 1960s and 1970s gradually fading. Belfast is fast emerging as a safe, popular and exciting tourist destination.

Although it’s the largest city in Northern Ireland, Belfast is home to under 300,000 residents and is remarkably easy to navigate. The city is a charming blend of the old and the new, with traditional cobbled streets, castles and architecture rubbing shoulders with modern-day facilities.

Head to the Belfast Welcome Centre at Donegall Square to pick up a map and information about the city. The centrally located Donegall Square is a bustling hub of shopping, restaurants and entertainment, and a busy transport interchange.

Visit the Titanic Quarter to learn all about the humble beginnings of the cruise ship and the fateful voyage that started in Belfast. Head to the Crumlin Road Gaol, have a meal in a typical Irish pub or explore the iconic St. George’s Market.

Go back in time at Belfast Castle and make a trip up nearby Cave Hill. Visit the Stormont Parliament Buildings and relax in the peaceful public park surrounding them.

Leave the city and explore the surrounding countryside of Lough Neagh to see the other side of County Antrim. Head north to the windswept Atlantic coast and the stunning natural formation the Giant’s Causeway. Explore the ruins of Dunluce Castle and take a tour around the Old Bushmills Distillery, the oldest whiskey producer in the world.

Central Belfast is easily explored on foot, and the public transport network makes travelling further afield cheap and easy. You can book a tour to the coast, or rent a car from the one of the agencies in the city centre or at one of Belfast’s two airports.

Although it can rain throughout the year, Belfast has warmer weather in the summer. Winters can be windy and cold, and sometimes there is heavy snowfall.

Where to stay in Belfast

Belfast City Hall showing heritage elements, a castle and heritage architecture

Belfast City Centre

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Belfast City Centre. Make a stop by Crown Liquor Saloon or Ulster Hall while you're exploring the area.

Belfast City Centre
St. George\'s Market featuring food and markets

Belfast Central District

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The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Belfast Central District. Make a stop by Ulster Hall or Belfast Christmas Market while you're exploring the area.

Belfast Central District
Metropolitan Arts Centre featuring modern architecture and a city

Cathedral Quarter

Cathedral Quarter is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by MAC Theatre and Belfast Customs House while in the area.

Cathedral Quarter
Queens Quarter

Queens Quarter

Queens Quarter is a destination visitors seek out for is ample dining options, fascinating museums, and picturesque gardens. You might also want to check out attractions like Belfast Botanic Gardens or Ulster Museum while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Queens Quarter
Titanic Belfast featuring interior views

Titanic Quarter

Titanic Quarter is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Titanic Belfast and Odyssey Complex.

Titanic Quarter
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Ballymacarret

When in Ballymacarret, you can plan a visit to Titanic Belfast and Odyssey Complex, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ballymacarret
Leonardo Hotel Belfast
Leonardo Hotel Belfast
4 out of 5
Great Victoria Street, Belfast, Northern Ireland
The price is P4,666 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
P4,666
P5,599 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Belfast. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,293 reviews)
"This hotel is right by the Belfast Grand Central Train Station. They have modern furnishings and lots of space in the room. The staff are very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on Feb 19, 2025

Leonardo Hotel Belfast
Travelodge Belfast Central
Travelodge Belfast Central
3 out of 5
15 Brunswick Street, Belfast, Northern Ireland
The price is P3,479 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
P3,479
P4,175 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Belfast. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Hotel location was fabulous, staff helpful and no charge in morning for left luggage. Downside… no hairdryer, bathroom door could do with a drop of oil on hinges, room 414 Was good value for money."

Reviewed on Feb 18, 2025

Travelodge Belfast Central
Maldron Hotel Belfast City
Maldron Hotel Belfast City
4 out of 5
20 Brunswick Street, Belfast, Northern Ireland
The price is P5,288 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
P5,288
P6,346 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 9 - Mar 10
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Belfast. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,295 reviews)
"Great hotel in very good location"

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2025

Maldron Hotel Belfast City
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Dream Apartments - The Obel Building
Dream Apartments - The Obel Building
4 out of 5
62 Donegal Quay, Belfast, Northern Ireland
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Belfast. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Titanic Belfast and Obel are ...
7.6/10 Good! (142 reviews)
"I don’t happy deposit back 5-10 day, why long?"

Reviewed on Oct 20, 2024

Dream Apartments - The Obel Building
Cordia Serviced Apartments
Cordia Serviced Apartments
4 out of 5
Lisburn Road,355-367, Belfast, Northern Ireland
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Belfast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (162 reviews)
"Spacious and well located"

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2025

Cordia Serviced Apartments
Student Only Great Patrick Street
Student Only Great Patrick Street
2 out of 5
28-30 Great Patrick St, Belfast, Northern Ireland
Stay at this apartment in Belfast. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Titanic Belfast and SSE Arena are located ...
Student Only Great Patrick Street
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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