Belfast Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Belfast
Belfast
Belfast
Stormont Parliament Buildings showing a statue or sculpture, a monument and an administrative building
Belfast

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The friendly capital of Northern Ireland has a fascinating history and is just an hour away from the country’s scenic Atlantic coastline.

Belfast is a traditional Irish city of political, cultural and historical significance and is surrounded by miles of natural beauty. There are less and less reminders of the tumultuous national conflicts that dominated the 1960s and ’70s and Belfast is now a safe, and popular, tourist destination.

With less than 300,000 residents, Belfast is the largest city in Northern Ireland, but it’s not very urbanized. Walk the cobbled streets of the old centre and visit castles and jails to travel back in time. The still quite traditional city has charm, but also has ultra-modern facilities, such as the Belfast Waterfront Hall, an entertainment and conference centre along the River Lagan.

Find maps and information at the Belfast Welcome Centre at Donegall Square, the central hub for shopping, entertainment and public transportation.

Visit the nearby Crumlin Road Gaol or explore the historic Titanic Quarter to re-live the story from the ship’s fateful voyage that started in Belfast’s docks. Browse the iconic St. George’s Market or try a hearty potato dish in a typical Irish pub.

Wander through the Belfast Castle, and hike Cave Hill while you are there, or enjoy the public park surrounding the Stormont Parliament Buildings.

Explore the wider County Antrim area around Lough Neagh for an even more scenic nature experience. Drive north to the dramatic Atlantic coast to discover other popular attractions. Climb through the ruins of Dunluce Castle, visit the natural phenomena known as the Giant’s Causeway and tour the oldest licensed whisky producer in the world: Old Bushmills Distillery.

The downtown area of Belfast is compact and easily explored on foot. Travel outside the city using Belfast’s affordable public buses, or book a tour to see the coast. If you’d rather travel independently, car rental is readily available downtown and at Belfast’s two airports.

Belfast has cool to warm weather in summer and rain year-round. Its winters are known to be windy, with sometimes heavy snowfall.

Where to stay in Belfast

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

Belfast City Centre

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

Cosy bars a university vibe and top sights from Crown Liquor Saloon to Grand Opera House – discover Belfast City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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Belfast Central District

4.5/5(1,121 area reviews)

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 showing modern architecture and a city

Cathedral Quarter

4.5/5(66 area reviews)

Cathedral Quarter is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to MAC Theatre and Belfast Customs House while you're in town.

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Queens Quarter

4/5(263 area reviews)

Queens Quarter is a destination visitors seek out for its 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 neighbourhood.

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Titanic Quarter

4.5/5(72 area reviews)

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

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Ormeau

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

While visiting Ormeau, you might make a stop by sights like Belfast Botanic Gardens and Ormeau Park.

Ormeau
Maldron Hotel Belfast City

Maldron Hotel Belfast City

4 out of 5
20 Brunswick Street, Belfast, Northern Ireland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.015.339 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp2.015.339
Rp2.418.406 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Belfast. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,338 reviews)
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"Good location walking distance to most attractions."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Maldron Hotel Belfast City
The Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast

The Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast

5 out of 5
Great Victoria Street, Belfast, Northern Ireland
The price is Rp3.380.367 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
Rp3.380.367
Rp4.056.440 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Belfast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,007 reviews)
"We had a room on the 8th floor with a view over Belfast. The room was spacious with everything we needed for our 2 night stay. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast had lots of voice and the hot elements were served to the table. Overall thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Fitzwilliam and ..."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

The Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast
Leonardo Hotel Belfast

Leonardo Hotel Belfast

4 out of 5
Great Victoria Street, Belfast, Northern Ireland
The price is Rp1.660.948 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp1.660.948
Rp1.993.137 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Belfast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,328 reviews)
"Belfast has amazing architecture. Hotel is centrally located for walking around Belfast."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Leonardo Hotel Belfast
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.
The Ulsterville Residences

The Ulsterville Residences

3 out of 5
56 Ulsterville Avenue Lisburn road, Belfast, Northern Ireland
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly apartment in Belfast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Titanic Belfast and Windsor Park are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
"Host is great. Very responsive and accommodating. 5 stars! Area isn’t the best appearance wise but to be fair no issues encountered."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

The Ulsterville Residences
The Edge

The Edge

2 out of 5
1 Frederick St, Belfast, Northern Ireland
Stay at this aparthotel in Belfast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi. Popular attractions Titanic Belfast and Metropolitan Arts Centre are located nearby.
schlechte Unterkunft
"Leider gibt es bis auf die Lage keine positiven Punkte. Es war schmutzig, klein, keine Fenster zum öffnen und wenig Komfort. Leider hat das Hotel 2x Behauptet das Zimmer nach unserer Beschwerde gereinigt zu haben, was aber nicht stimmte."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

The Edge
Cordia Serviced Apartments

Cordia Serviced Apartments

4 out of 5
Lisburn Road,355-367, Belfast, Northern Ireland
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Belfast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (178 reviews)
Comfortable and spacious apartments
"Comfortable and spacious apartments with secure parking including good value EV charging."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Cordia Serviced Apartments
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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