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Overview

A former industrial powerhouse with a troubled past, Belfast has pulled off a remarkable transformation into a hip party town.

Attractions

Must-see attractions

  • BELFAST, NORTHERN IRELAND - FEB 9, 2014: The Titanic visitor attraction and a monument in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Opened in 2012, this is the Titanic sign in front of the entrance.

    Titanic Belfast

    Belfast

    The stunning, star-shaped Titanic Belfast is the city's number-one tourist draw. Standing majestically at the head of the slipway where the Titanic was…

  • City Hall

    City Hall

    Belfast

    Belfast's classical Renaissance-style City Hall was built in fine, white Portland stone in 1906. Highlights of the free, 45-minute guided tour include the…

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    Ulster Museum

    Belfast

    You could spend hours browsing this state-of-the-art museum, but if you're pressed for time don't miss the Armada Room, with artefacts retrieved from the…

  • Interior of the Crown Liquor Saloon bar area which features ornate glass, tile and wooden decoration and furnishings, Belfast.

    Crown Liquor Saloon

    Belfast

    There are not many historical monuments that you can enjoy while savouring a pint of Guinness, but the National Trust's Crown Liquor Saloon is one of them…

  • Downtown Belfast from Cave Hill, Northern Ireland

    Cave Hill Country Park

    Belfast

    The view from the summit of Cave Hill (368m) takes in the whole sprawl of the city, the docks, Belfast Lough and the Mourne Mountains – on a clear day you…

  • 500px Photo ID: 122593437 - Palm House in the Belfast Botanic Gardens

    Botanic Gardens

    Belfast

    The showpiece of Belfast's green oasis is Charles Lanyon's beautiful Palm House, built in 1839 and completed in 1852, with its birdcage dome, a…

  • BELFAST, NORTHERN IRELAND - APRIL 23: The Crumlin Road Gaol 23 April, 2017 at Belfast. The Crum was one of the most secure prison in Belfast until 1996, when it was closed.

    Crumlin Road Gaol

    Belfast

    Guided tours of Belfast's notorious Crumlin Road Gaol take you from the tunnel beneath Crumlin Rd, built in 1850 to convey prisoners from the courthouse…

  • Belfast, Antrim, Northern Ireland - February 19, 2016: St George's Market, award-winning indoor Victorian market in Belfast open Friday to Sunday.

    St George's Market

    Belfast

    Ireland's oldest continually operating market was built in 1896. This Victorian beauty hosts a Friday variety market (flowers, produce, meat, fish,…

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Best Things to Do

Booked a trip to Belfast? From peace walls to cozy pubs all via Westeros, these are the top 15 things to see and do in the Northern Irish capital.

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Best Time to Visit

Enjoy all that Belfast has to offer throughout the year with our season-by-season, month-by-month guide.

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Things to Know

Tips and tricks to keep in mind when traveling to Belfast.

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Transportation

Belfast is a compact city that's easy to walk, but if you want to get around by Metro, Glider, bike or train, we've got all the info you need.

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Free Things to Do

Save your pennies when visiting Belfast with these 10 free activities.

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Best Neighborhoods

From cozy pubs to local grub, check out our list of the 5 best neighborhoods to visit in Belfast.

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Day Trips

Ireland is a land of storytellers, talented musicians and impassioned songwriters. Discover what inspired them on these top day trips from Belfast.

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Money and Costs

Budget-conscious visitors to Belfast will love these money-saving tips.

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