Check out our ultimate guide to summer holidays in Belfast and start planning your family daytrips, weekends and summer getaways. Belfast is full of family friendly activities to keep your kids entertained while school’s out this summer.

Children's Events

There are plenty of entertaining attractions for the young (and the young at heart!) around Belfast. Check out our top events for kids and families in the city.

Summer Family Fun in Belfast

Enjoy a summer adventure in Belfast this year. Explore the great outdoors, learn about new species, get active and have fun.

  • Urban Exploring
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    Urban Exploring

    Take a walk through Belfast city and learn something new. Here are the top self-guided tours, walking trails…

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    Family Fun – Belfast Plus
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    Family Fun – Belfast Plus

    Discover family fun attractions in Lisburn and Castlereagh and Ards and North Down, just minutes from Belfast. See…

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  • Top Things to do in Belfast
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    Top Things to do in Belfast

    See our top thing to do in Belfast to check of your bucket list when visiting the city.

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Top 10 Family Fun Attractions in Belfast

Check out the Top 10 Family Fun Attractions in Belfast – there is plenty of entertaining attractions for the whole family to enjoy around Belfast.

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    W5

    1.74 KM

    W5 is Belfast’s award-winning science and discovery centre and provides a unique experience as well as fantastic fun…

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  • Belfast Zoological Gardens
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    Belfast Zoological Gardens

    6.46 KM

    Belfast Zoological Gardens is home to more than 120 species of animal, many of which are in danger…

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  • Colin Glen
    Colin Glen
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    Colin Glen

    10.05 KM

    Go Black Bull Runnin’ and 'Flyover' the Belfast Hills at Colin Glen. From Alpine coasteering to laser tag,…

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Family Friendly Restaurants in Belfast

With special menus and activities for little ones, have a look at some of our suggestions for child-friendly restaurants in Belfast.

Top Glamping Experiences in Belfast and Beyond

Take a look at some of our favourite glamping experiences this summer. There’s never been a better time to take advantage of the beautiful spaces right on your doorstep.

Road Trips in Northern Ireland

Jump in your car and discover hidden gems, geological wonders of the world, secluded bays and real-life fantasy locations, just a short drive from Belfast.

Getting Around Belfast

Belfast is compact and walkable, so getting around the city is easy on foot, by bike or by taxi. However, if you want to wander a little further afield then we’ve got a network of transport options to help you get around.

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