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Belfast
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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
The stunning, star-shaped Titanic Belfast isĀ the city's number-one tourist draw.Ā Standing majestically at the head of the slipway where theĀ TitanicĀ wasā¦
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 theā¦
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 theā¦
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 themā¦
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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 ā on a clear day youā¦
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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, aā¦
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 courthouseā¦
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Ireland's oldest continually operating market was built in 1896. This Victorian beauty hosts a Friday variety market (flowers, produce, meat, fish,ā¦
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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.
Read articleBest Time to Visit
Enjoy all that Belfast has to offer throughout the year with our season-by-season, month-by-month guide.
Read articleTransportation
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.
Read articleFree Things to Do
Save your pennies when visiting Belfast with these 10 free activities.
Read articleBest Neighborhoods
From cozy pubs to local grub, check out our list of the 5 best neighborhoods to visit in Belfast.
Read articleDay 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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NeighborhoodsThe 5 best neighborhoods in Belfast for cozy pubs and local grubJul 29, 2022 ā¢ 9 min read
Art and CultureBelfastās top museums: learn about people, power, politics and the penal systemJul 28, 2022 ā¢ 6 min read
Tips & AdviceThe best day trips from Belfast, from the Derry Girls' hometown to the Giant's CausewayJul 28, 2022 ā¢ 6 min read
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BeachesThe best beaches near Belfast, from shingle coves to North Atlantic surfJul 19, 2022 ā¢ 5 min read
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