With a population of almost 300,000 in the city proper, Belfast has grown into a cosmopolitan destination and become a popular weekend break spot. With feelings of optimism and life pulsing through the city, Belfast makes for an energizing getaway. It's never been easier to tour the city, thanks to a number of intriguing bus, taxi, boat and pedestrian options. Don't miss the Ulster Folk Museum or the Belfast Cathedral, and make sure to experience some of the award-winning restaurants, bars, clubs, galleries and theaters.
Restaurants in Belfast
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Clifton House is an impressive Georgian building, set in tranquil landscaped gardens in the heart of Belfast. Opened in 1774 by Belfast Charitable Society, it was used until 1882 as the Poor House. Today it is operated as a heritage and conference centre. Come on a tour and hear tales about Belfast's original Poor House as your guide takes you through the interesting, and at times turbulent, history of the Belfast Charitable Society as you walk in the footsteps of the famous Joy and McCracken families and the poor who sought refuge in its walls. Daily tours are at 3pm throughout August or every Friday at 3pm from September. On the last Friday of the month we also offer an extended tour to Clifton Street Cemetery. Here you will visit the graves of leading figures in the history of Belfast and see one of Ulster's largest famine graves. Tours of the House (£6.50 pp). Tours of the House & Cemetery (£9.50 pp). Free car parking on site.
A really interesting tour of both house and cemetery! The guide was extremely knowledgeable and passionate about the history of the place! I hadn't expected to enjoy it so much and even though it was raining on the day of our visit, it was still a wonderful experience! I would definitely return when I have more friends visiting me as I learnt so much and would have appreciated more time in the cemetery! A huge thank you to Jim, our guide on the day!
5.0 based on 257 reviews
Tour the newly developed stadium and relive some of Northern Ireland's most iconic football history at the IFA Education and Heritage Centre.
I’ve just come home after spending a wonderful two hours in the tour of the National Football Stadium with my two young football mad nephews!! From the minute we arrived it was impressive....and that was just our guide Mark!! We got to see the Heritage Centre and watched a 5 minute video of Northern Irish football which really made us feel proud to be Norn Irish....1958, 1982, 1986 to now all key years and then that David Healey goal that sank the Three Lions in 2005. That was the catalyst that sparked a resurgence in NI soccer and eventually the Stadium. There is so much to see, do and learn on this part of tour. Then it was off to tour the very modern stadium. We got to see the stands, private function rooms, the pitch and the NI changing room. A superb tour, a must for any and all footy fans. A must see if in Belfast!!! Ps didn’t get to taste any pies!!
5.0 based on 60 reviews
The guided tour of Windsor Park was well led by our guide who was always able to answer our many questions and give us new insights into the world of football.Our 9 year old grandson accompanied us and he really enjoyed listening to various stories told and especially being able to get involved actively practising penalties and tackling players on inter-active screens. The tour was well- balanced with time spent both indoors and outdoors. We came away feeling we had learnt a lot about the stadium, its history and the on going life of football at Windsor. To be recommended!
4.5 based on 944 reviews
Hop on hop off tour bus around Belfast took us into the falls road estate and other areas of significance which I found very moving. We all know of the troubles that Belfast has had but it was somewhere that you felt slightly uncomfortable to be, and prying into people’s lives just didn’t seem right but at the end of the day it gave me a greater understanding. I think Belfast as a whole is very underestimated as it is a very vibrant and friendly city.
4.5 based on 4,682 reviews
At the centre of Donegall Square proudly stands City Hall; the civic headquarters of Belfast City Council. City Hall is open to the public 7 days a week. It is a multi-purpose venue hosting a large number of events in its large functions rooms or outdoors on the beautiful lawns. Daily tours of the building allow visitors to admire the superb art collection, formal rooms such as the Council Chamber and Great Hall while its opulent interiors are lit by a stunning collection of stained glass windows. Guests can relax and refresh in the Bobbin Coffee Shop or pick up souvenirs in the Gift Shop. A 16 room visitor exhibition explores the history of the city through themed and interactive displays. City Hall grounds are the primary green space in Belfast City Centre and host continental markets and open air concerts. The grounds feature a number of statues and memorials relating to Belfast’s leading figures and historic past, including the Titanic Memorial Garden.
if you like your architecture, and history, then definitely visit the City Hall building, some gorgeous exhibits on show, the amazing stained glass windows to the right of the main hall is a must see, and some brilliant information within some of the rooms, a great venue to tour around, and the memorial to the titantic victims hits home how many were lost on that fateful night back in 1912.
4.5 based on 264 reviews
This library, founded in 1788, is the oldest library in Belfast and contains the largest collection of material on Irish studies in Northern Ireland.
4.5 based on 632 reviews
Belfast's largest university is well known for its beautiful campus.
We walked 20 minutes from city centre and were not disappointed. The Univeristy is well presented and garden manicured, extremely picturesque. Area is full of Victorian architecture that has been well preserved. Next door to university is the park and museum both worth spending time in.
4.5 based on 881 reviews
Posh, upscale neighborhood lined with glass and chrome buildings, cafes and wine bars.
Beautiful place must see cobbled streets plenty of bars and places to eat lovely atmosphere really lovely place
4.5 based on 1,266 reviews
The Grand Opera House in Belfast is Northern Ireland's premier theatre, presenting a range of drama, dance, opera, comedy, musicals, pantomime, family and West End shows. Established in 1895, the theatre boasts the majestic Victorian main auditorium designed by renowned architect Frank Matcham. Extended in 2006, the original building has been joined by a striking addition to Belfast's skyline, The Baby Grand. The initiate studio is home to a smaller performance space with 100 seats. Northern Ireland's premier theatre delivers an outstanding programme of entertainment, playing host to some of the greatest names in theatre and music. The theatre boasts a wide array of popular shows; everything from opera and drama to pantomime, comedy and musicals. The Grand Opera House offers unrivalled corporate hospitality with tailored events packages and is the perfect venue for meetings, special events and conferences of all sizes. The historical theatre is one of the most unique conference venues in Belfast, catering for seminars, conferences, meetings and weddings for up to 130 people in the Baby Grand Studio. The Main Auditorium holds up to 1060 people and smaller meeting rooms are also available. The theatre bars stock a range of drinks including beer, wine and spirits, in addition to tea and coffee.
My wife and I attended a screening of Singalong-a-Bohemian Rhapsody and had a marvelous time. Very well organised, drinks in the auditorium and drinks at the interval, all excellently done in a beautiful setting.
4.5 based on 333 reviews
This is a modern building but that does not detract from its old world charm as on entering it is all white marble and with a massive oil painting of Jesus caring the cross above the Altar we where there as a family to celebrate Easter Sunday mass as we were staying right besides here and so glad we were so if you are at city hall just around the corner is this lovely church take a look
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