Soak up the lively atmosphere, stroll along fine Victorian streets, enjoy the range of world-class visitor attractions and an experience a city that truly welcomes you. Explore all Belfast has to offer in terms of history, heritage, arts and culture. Take a city tour to get a general overview by coach, walking, taxi or boat.
Some of the top Belfast attractions are shown below, to explore everything that Belfast has to offer go to visitbelfast.com.
Titanic Belfast
Titanic Belfast is the world’s largest Titanic visitor experience. Here guests can experience the nine interpretive and interactive galleries and take in the sights, sounds, smells and stories of Titanic as well as the city and people who made her.
Belfast Castle
Belfast Castle estate is situated on the lower slopes of Cave Hill Country Park in north Belfast. Belfast Castle Estate is adjacent to one of the highest spots in Belfast, offering great views over Belfast Lough and the city.
Belfast City Hall
One of Belfast’s most iconic buildings, Belfast City Hall first opened its doors in August 1906 and is Belfast’s civic building. It’s located in Donegall Square, in the heart of Belfast city centre.
Crumlin Road Gaol
Crumlin Road Gaol is a 19th century Grade A listed jail. It is open to the public for guided tours, concerts and events. Take a tour to experience all aspects of the Gaol that first opened its gates to prisoners in 1846 and for 150 years was a fully operational prison.
HMS Caroline
HMS Caroline, a World War I Light Battle Cruiser, is the last surviving ship from the Battle of Jutland in 1916. Having undergone extensive restoration, the new visitor experience in Belfast’s Titanic Quarter allows visitors to discover a range of historic spaces.
Queen's University
Queen’s University is a highly respected, world renowned academic institution. Its main building, the Lanyon Building, was designed by the English architect, Sir Charles Lanyon, and the university is spread across what has come to be known as the Queen’s Quarter and beyond.
St George's Market
St. George’s Market is one of Belfast’s oldest attractions. There has been a Friday market on the St George’s site since 1604. The present award-winning St George’s Market, built between 1890 and 1896, is one of Belfast’s oldest attractions and is open every Friday, Saturday & Sunday.
Ulster Museum
Come face to face with dinosaurs, meet an Ancient Egyptian Mummy and see modern masterpieces with a visit to the Ulster Museum. As Northern Ireland’s treasure house of the past and the present, the Ulster Museum is home to a rich collection of art, history and natural sciences and is free to all visitors.
Clifton House
Clifton House is charming, atmospheric and one of the last Georgian buildings in Belfast. Built in 1774 by the Belfast Charitable Society, it served as the Poor House for Belfast until the late 1880s. Now fully restored to its original Georgian elegance and with the history lovingly preserved, Clifton House combines a fascinating interpretative centre with a large collection of antiques and artefacts.
SS Nomadic
The last remaining White Star Line vessel, SS Nomadic, has been restored to her original glory and is back home in historic Hamilton Dock, near Titanic Belfast. Come on board and experience over 100 years of authentic maritime and social history.
