Queens Quarter Travel Guide
Belfast
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Popular places to visit
Queen's University of Belfast
Explore the campus of Queen's University of Belfast during your trip to Belfast. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Belfast Botanic Gardens
Appreciate the diverse range of tropical plants in the historic greenhouses of this park and visit Northern Ireland’s largest museum.
Ulster Museum
The Ulster Museum stands in the Botanic Gardens on the south side of Belfast. Northern Ireland’s largest museum and part of National Museums Northern Ireland, it’s home to a vast trove of treasures spanning archaeology, history, art and the natural sciences.
Lyric Theatre
Located on the banks of the River Lagan, which runs through the city, the Lyric Theatre –more commonly known as the Lyric – is the foremost full-time production theatre in Belfast.
Tropical Ravine House
Find out about the history of Belfast with a stop at Tropical Ravine House. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Friar's Bush
Enjoy a stop at Friar's Bush, a landmark worth seeing in Belfast. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Belfast Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Guided Day Tour of Giant's Causeway from Belfast by Comfortable Coach
Titanic Belfast Entrance Ticket: Titanic Visitor Experience Including SS Nomadic
From Belfast: Giant's Causeway Full-Day Guided Trip
Morning Giant’s Causeway Half Day Tour from Belfast
Belfast: Best of Belfast History, Culture & Art Walking Tour
Top hotels in Queens Quarter
Holiday Inn Express Belfast City by IHG
"Room was clean on arrival, Staff were polite and helpful, Continental & cooked breakfast was good, Did not use the bar."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
The Malone Hotel
"We got a very warm welcome on arrival. The hotel was clean and pleasant. A very nice bar area with comfortable seating area. The room was spacious and well equipped. Nice furnishings. We were 3 adults in a room it would have been nice to have a proper bed instead of a single pullout which was quite ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
House Hotel Belfast
"Overall cleanliness was satisfactory -- property just a bit tired. Staff was excellent! Location was good for restaurants & shopping but city and merchants need to improve the Botanic area cleanliness -- a bit of a shock compared to other regions we had visited."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
ibis Belfast Queens Quarter
"We were very pleasantly surprised by our stay at this Ibis. I’ve stayed in a few good ones and in a few really not so good ones in the past, so my expectations weren’t great. I was therefore really surprised (and happy!) about our experience. First, the staff. Wow! They were each and every single ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
The 1852 - Self Check-in
"Self check in is easy - but then don’t expect any help if you need it, couldn’t contact anyone, sent a message and still waiting a reply now. The hall way smelt of cooking, and the room smelt of sewage. The room was very spacious and clean, but it’s above a pub, and there were outdoor seating area ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
OYO Queens Quarter
"As a mainland Brit, I was pleased with the amenities offered for the price. There were some things (a kitchen) that I wasn't expecting, but I gather are pretty normal inclusions in NI. But nothing was unwelcome: the other guests were unobtrusive, the location was good, and the stay overall was very ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Queens Quarter
Belfast City Centre
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.
Ormeau
While visiting Ormeau, you might make a stop by sights like Belfast Botanic Gardens and Ormeau Park.
Belfast Central District
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.
Ballynafoy
If you're spending some time in Ballynafoy, Ravenhill Stadium and Ormeau Park are top sights worth seeing.
Belfast Waterfront
You'll love the fantastic nightlife in Belfast Waterfront, and you might want to stick around to check out Waterfront Hall, a top place to visit.
Cathedral Quarter
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.
