You’ve come to the right place to start planning your next trip to Belfast – we’ve lots of ideas to inspire your travels for when you are able to get in the car, bus, coach train, plane or ferry to get here.
Here, you can search for things to do and find out what’s on in Belfast and across Northern Ireland. Get information about Belfast hotels, accommodation, attractions, sightseeing tours, restaurants and bars, and be inspired by our Titanic heritage and Game of Thrones territory.
Find out about getting here and download Belfast tourist maps. Or find out about the Visit Belfast Welcome Centre where you can pick up visitor guides and book tours and events tickets.
Summer Family Fun in Belfast
Enjoy fun-filled family days this summer with these top ideas of places to go in Belfast and beyond. Whether you’re up for adventure, making a splash or packing a picnic, don’t forget to create great memories.
Explore Our Maritime Heritage
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HMS Caroline AttractionsHMS Caroline
Step aboard HMS Caroline, a unique survivor of The Battle of Jutland in World War One.
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Titanic Belfast AttractionsTitanic Belfast
Titanic Belfast is the world's largest Titanic visitor experience and a must-see on any visit to Belfast and…
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Hickson's Point Eat & DrinkHickson's Point
Inspired by one of the first ship builders in the city, Hickson’s Point at Titanic Belfast offers an…
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Titanic Public Art: The Masts AttractionsTitanic Public Art: The Masts
Eight well-known Belfast-made ships are represented by spectacular sculptured masts that line the east side of Donegall Place.
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SS Nomadic AttractionsSS Nomadic
RMS Titanic's tender ship and the last remaining White Star Line vessel has been restored to her original…
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Titanic Slipways AttractionsTitanic Slipways
Behind Titanic Belfast you can walk along the historic slipways where Titanic and Olympic were built and launched…
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Titanic Memorial Garden AttractionsTitanic Memorial Garden
The Titanic Memorial Garden commemorates the 1,512 people who perished on RMS Titanic in 1912.
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Samson & Goliath Cranes AttractionsSamson & Goliath Cranes
The two great yellow-painted gantry cranes Samson and Goliath have become icons of Belfast, dominating the entire city…
Top Places for Takeaway Coffee
Missing coffee dates? Grab a coffee to go from these cafés that are open for takeaway, then enjoy a stroll to nearby parks and points of interest.
Activities
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Belfast Hills Partnership ActivitiesBelfast Hills Partnership
When visiting Belfast, why not take a walk in the beautiful hills which look down on the city,…
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Prison Island Belfast See & DoPrison Island Belfast
Inspired by the ‘Crystal Maze’ Prison Island Belfast has 25 different prison-themed challenge cells. It’s a totally unique…
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Thunder Park See & DoThunder Park
Thunder Park is the epicentre for alternative sports in Ireland. A place to learn, develop, improve and push…
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Axe Yard Urban Axe Throwing See & DoAxe Yard Urban Axe Throwing
Axe Yard Urban Axe Throwing Belfast is an awesome activity where you get to throw real axes at…
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Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon ActivitiesDeep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon
Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon is the largest sporting participatory event in Northern Ireland bringing participants from all…
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Malone Golf Club ActivitiesMalone Golf Club
Malone Golf Club is one of the best Parkland Courses in Northern Ireland, less than five miles from…
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Cookery School at James St ActivitiesCookery School at James St
The Cookery School at James St is a purpose built interactive kitchen and is perfect location for sharing…
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Royal Belfast Golf Club ActivitiesRoyal Belfast Golf Club
Founded in 1881, Royal Belfast lays claim to the title of the oldest golf course in Ireland. The…
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Andersonstown Indoor Aqua Park See & DoAndersonstown Indoor Aqua Park
Andersonstown Indoor Aqua Park is the largest centre of its kind in Northern Ireland, offering three high speed…
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Jungle NI ActivitiesJungle NI
The Jungle NI is a leading outdoor adventure centre offering exciting activities, events and funky accommodation suitable for…
Discover the Titanic Story
Explore the shipyard, walk the decks, travel to the depths of the ocean and uncover the true legend of Titanic in the city where it all began
What's On
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You Win Again – Celebrating the Music of the Bee Gees Music and ConcertsYou Win Again – Celebrating the Music of the Bee Gees
Sat, 06 Nov 2021, 7:30pmDirect from London's West End, You Win Again – Celebrating The Music of The Bee Gees comes to…
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On The Street Where We Live Virtual EventsOn The Street Where We Live
15 - 30 Jun 2021On The Street Where We Live is the brand new MAC audio play series about the streets we’re…
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Experience Ards and North Down: Wetland Wellness SportExperience Ards and North Down: Wetland Wellness
Sat, 31 Jul 2021, 7:00amImmerse yourself in the beauty of nature and the essence of stillness at Castle Espie Wetland Centre with…
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A Christmas Carol: The Musical TheatreA Christmas Carol: The Musical
16 - 20 Nov 2021Belfast Operatic Company revive their sell-out production of ‘A Christmas Carol’ for one week only.
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Belfast Photo Festival 2021 2021 HighlightsBelfast Photo Festival 2021
15 - 30 Jun 2021Belfast Photo Festival is delighted to announce its 2021 festival edition, Future(s), celebrating some of the finest national…
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Art and Soul Art and ExhibitionsArt and Soul
26 Jun - 18 Jul 2021Art and Soul – The Holywood International Art and Sculpture Fair will take place at the five-star Culloden…
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Deep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon SportDeep RiverRock Belfast City Marathon
Sun, 19 Sep 2021, 9:00amBelfast City Marathon moves into its 40th year in 2021 with its continued support from title sponsor Deep…
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Balmoral Show 2021 2021 HighlightsBalmoral Show 2021
22 - 25 Sep 2021The Balmoral Show will move from its usual May date for one year only and will instead take…
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Open House Festival FestivalsOpen House Festival
12 - 30 Aug 2021A three-week festival of music, comedy, spoken word and classic cinema, at the beautiful Bangor Castle Walled Garden,…
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Nathan Carter Music and ConcertsNathan Carter
Fri, 01 Oct 2021, 7:00pmA huge attraction on the Irish music scene, Nathan Carter has brought a whole new generation of fans…
Belfast Plus
You can easily access both countryside and sea shore within a short drive of Belfast.
Enjoy a variety of exciting attractions, historic places of interest, informative tours,
outdoor activities and amazing scenery. Belfast Plus… make the most of your visit.
Food & Drink
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La Taquería Eat & DrinkLa Taquería
Super authentic Mexican street food paired with a banging cocktail menu, served in a relaxed space with a…
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44 Hill Street Eat & Drink44 Hill Street
A vibrant celebration of modern food and drink, influenced by the flavours of the Mediterranean using products from…
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Destination CQ Eat & DrinkDestination CQ
Belfast's Cathedral Quarter is the city's buzzing, creative soul, where Belfast's vibrant cultural life bubbles visibly to the…
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Margot Eat & DrinkMargot
Cocktails, small plates and much more in the heart of Belfast. Open seven days a week.
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Mumbai Milano Eat & DrinkMumbai Milano
City centre location, out front bus parking, Italian & Indian fusion, extensive cocktail list, professional service.
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Hickson's Point Eat & DrinkHickson's Point
Inspired by one of the first ship builders in the city, Hickson’s Point at Titanic Belfast offers an…
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Titanic Quarter See & DoTitanic Quarter
The birthplace of Titanic is Belfast's newest and most vibrant destination, Titanic Quarter Ltd co-promotes the Titanic Quarter…
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The Bone Yard Eat & DrinkThe Bone Yard
The Bone Yard by Pug Uglys, an outdoor bar and food place situated on Bedford Street.
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Granny Annies Pubs and ClubsGranny Annies
Oozing rustic charm, ‘home’ to traditional and modern live music, and just five minutes’ walk from Belfast City…
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Novelli at City Quays Eat & DrinkNovelli at City Quays
Novelli at City Quays offers relaxed all-day dining from an authentic Mediterranean menu matched only by stunning river…
Top 2021 Events
See what’s on this year in Belfast: your guide to the biggest virtual events, festivals and national celebrations throughout 2021.
Take a Tour
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The Discovery Tour at Titanic Belfast Sightseeing ToursThe Discovery Tour at Titanic Belfast
The Discovery Tour is a one hour walking tour including a walk around the Titanic Slipways and inside…
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Value Cabs Taxi Tours Sightseeing ToursValue Cabs Taxi Tours
Value Cabs offers a range of tours throughout Northern Ireland, with pick up and drop off at your…
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Foraging and Nature Tours with HartyCulture See & DoForaging and Nature Tours with HartyCulture
Guided walks for all ages and abilities to discover what nature can offer us, be it edible, medicinal…
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Tracey's Farmhouse Kitchen Sightseeing ToursTracey's Farmhouse Kitchen
Learn to make your own traditional Northern Irish griddle breads in the cosy surroundings of Tracey’s Farmhouse Kitchen…
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Belfast Hidden Tours Sightseeing ToursBelfast Hidden Tours
Belfast Hidden Tours explore the city's art, history, politics and culture by walking the streets, meeting local people…
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Game of Thrones Tour with Giants Causeway Sightseeing ToursGame of Thrones Tour with Giants Causeway
Fully guided bus tour of filming locations from the HBO show departing from Belfast, including The Dark Hedges…
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Winterfell Castle – Tours & Events Sightseeing ToursWinterfell Castle – Tours & Events
Just 40 minutes from Belfast, explore over 20 key Game of Thrones filming location hotspots on the ancient…
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Carlingford Lough Ferry See & DoCarlingford Lough Ferry
A voyage of discovery and unforgettable scenery as you cross the lough of myths and legends.
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Coiste Irish Political Tours Sightseeing ToursCoiste Irish Political Tours
A unique walking tour delivered by former political prisoners who share their personal experiences of the British/Irish conflict
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Black Taxi Tours Sightseeing ToursBlack Taxi Tours
Travel with Black Taxi Tours to view the biggest outdoor art gallery in the world, the Belfast peace…
Discover The Home of Thrones Virtually
Take a virtual Game of Thrones tour and explore filming locations and attractions from home!
