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2 days ago · Belfast, city, district, and capital of Northern Ireland, located on the River Lagan, at its entrance to Belfast Lough (inlet of the sea). Belfast became a city by royal charter in 1888. After the passing of the Government of Ireland Act, 1920, it became the seat of the government of Northern Ireland.
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Belfast (/ ˈ b ɛ l f æ s t / ⓘ BEL-fast, /-f ɑː s t /-fahst; from Irish: Béal Feirste [bʲeːlˠ ˈfʲɛɾˠ(ə)ʃtʲə]) is the capital city and principal port of Northern Ireland, standing on the banks of the River Lagan and connected to the open sea through Belfast Lough and the North Channel.
- Dive Into Belfast’s History at The Titanic Belfast Museum
- Watch A Show at The Theater
- Go For A Hike Up Cave Hill
- Visit Westeros in Belfast
- Bar Hop in The Cathedral Quarter
- Take A Black Taxi Tour of Belfast’s Political Murals
- Indulge in A Fish Supper
- Break Your Fast on An Ulster Fry
- Check Out The Street Art at CS Lewis Square
- Soak Up The Local Music Scene
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The Titanic Belfast museum, rising in star-like fashion from the grounds of Harland and Wolff shipyard, is much more than a mere maritime showcase. Told through interactive exhibitions, it’s a comprehensive exploration of Belfast’s storied history, from an 18th-century trading town on the River Lagan – Belfast’s original name, Beal Feirste, meant ‘...
Belfast’s murky past has ensured that art and tragedy (and indeed comedy) deeply intersect, and perhaps nowhere is this more apparent than at the Lyric Theatre. First opened in 1968 – the same year the conflict began – Northern Ireland’s premier playhouse has cultivated a raft of world-renowned talent over the subsequent half-century, from Oscar-no...
When the weather’s on your side (invariably difficult to predict, irrespective of the season) take a hike up Cave Hill which rises to a humble height of 368m (1207ft) above the low-lying city. The most famous of Belfast’s surrounding cliffs, it also goes by the colloquial epithet ‘Napoleon’s Nose’, due to its sharp profile which resembles that of t...
Film and TV have become major pillars of the Northern Irish economy, and the primary catalyst for this was HBO’s Game of Thrones, with on-site filming locations littered across the country and major scenes shot on studio sets in Belfast. As a result, visitors to the capital are treated to a flavor of Westeros in a place where much of it became a re...
In the Cathedral Quarter you’ll find some of Belfast's most iconic bars centered around a narrow walking street in the heart of the city. Grab a pint at the Duke of York, a cozy pub whose cramped confines are filled with hand-carved mirrors, chattering imbibers, and vintage ephemera from the nine counties of Ulster. On long summer evenings, retreat...
As the late Northern Irish poet, Seamus Heany, once opined, “The end of art is peace”; a sentiment the Belfast black taxi tourechoes. In the backseat of a black cab – many of which appeared during the early days of The Troubles due to a lack of public transport in north and west Belfast – you’ll chart a course through some of the city’s most divide...
Fish suppers are the quintessential, hearty fast-food repast of nearly every Northern Irish childhood. Taking advantage of its seaside location, Belfast is awash in “chippies” selling this enduring guilty pleasure. There is no fluff when it comes to fish supper composition: It features battered and deep-fried white fish (usually cod, occasionally h...
No punches are pulled with breakfast food in Belfast either; a fact personified by the Ulster Fry. Taking its name from the Province of Ulster, which encompasses Northern Ireland and three counties in the Republic, Ulster Frys are a combination of eggs, bacon, sausages, beans, tomatoes, mushrooms, potato bread, soda bread, and white and black puddi...
Over the last decade, east Belfast has been subject to a variety of district rejuvenation projects, most notably, CS Lewis Square; it’s a homage to the eponymous creator of the fictional world Narnia and a portal to the other side of his most famous wardrobe. Head down to see the dramatis personae of Lewis's bestselling series recreated in statue f...
Belfast’s Celtic roots have ensured the live music scene is baked into the foundations of its nightlife culture. And in 2021, it became a UNESCO City of Music, recognizing its “rich musical heritage” and “the importance of music to its future”. Be it session nights at the John Hewitt (named after the famous Belfast poet) or journeyman musicians per...
Discover the history, culture, and nature of Northern Ireland's capital city with this guide to the best attractions and activities. From the Titanic Belfast museum to the Game of Thrones locations, Belfast has something for everyone.
Plan your city break to Belfast and discover its history, culture, food and entertainment. Find out about attractions, events, hotels, offers and more in the home of Titanic and Game of Thrones.
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- Black Cab Tour. A Black Cab Tour is up there as one of the best things to do in Belfast City. On a Black Cab tour, you’ll be brought on a trip around Belfast by a seasoned guide that’ll masterfully take you through the city’s turbulent past.
- Cave Hill Country Park. Cave Hill Country Park offers magnificent panoramic views across Belfast from a number of different vantage points. Now, the Cave Hill walk is between 2.4m/1.3km and 4.5m/7.2km and varies from handy to hard depending on the trail you choose.
- The Crumlin Road Gaol. The Crumlin Road Gaol, which dates back to 1845, closed it’s doors as a working prison in 1996 and is now a popular tourist attraction (currently number 2 for fun things to do in Belfast City on TripAdvisor).
- Titanic Belfast. A visit to Titanic is arguably one of the most popular things to do in Belfast City Centre. It’s within the walls of Titanic Belfast that you’ll find the monument to Belfast’s maritime heritage.
Discover the best attractions, tours, activities and events in Belfast, the capital of Northern Ireland. Explore the Titanic Quarter, the Game of Thrones Studio Tour, the historic landmarks and more.
Belfast is a vibrant destination with a rich history, culture and cuisine. Explore the attractions, events, accommodation and food and drink options in the city and beyond.
