Discover the true art, culture and heritage of Belfast. From its rich history to the local cuisine, unique art to hidden gems. Find out what Belfast is all about.
Traditional Music in Belfast
In Belfast, there is always a venue or bar with a fantastic lineup of traditional music sessions any day of the week. Enjoy a night out with your friends and immerse yourself in Irish culture.
White’s Tavern & Garden
- 2-4 Winecellar Entry
Refurbished in 2019, White's Tavern, Garden & BeerHall is located on Winecellar Entry, just off…
Duke of York
- Commercial Court
Nestled along a narrow cobbled alleyway in the historic Half Bap area, the Duke offers a traditional…
The Deer’s Head & Bell’s Brewery
- 1-3 Lower Garfield Street
The Deer’s Head is Belfast city’s original brewpub with a fully functional on-site craft…
Granny Annies
- 81 Chichester Street
Oozing rustic charm, ‘home’ to traditional and modern live music, and just five…
The Points Bar
- 44 Dublin Road
The Points is a traditional Irish pub situated in the heart of Dublin Road Belfast. A warm inviting Irish…
The Second Fiddle
- Cotton Court
The Second Fiddle is a contemporary Irish music venue that showcases Irish culture and art. The Second…
Top 10 Museums in Belfast and Beyond
Belfast and beyond have hundreds of museums to visit, so we have created a list of the top 10 museums you cannot miss! This list includes the famous Ulster Museums, the Ulster American Folk Park and the War Memorial Gallery.
Ulster Folk Museum
- 153 Bangor Road
Step back one hundred years and discover the traditions and heritage of Ulster’s past at Ulster…
Ulster Museum
- Botanic Gardens
Come face-to-face with dinosaurs, meteorites and Spanish sailors with a visit to Ulster Museum. Ulster…
Irish Linen Centre and Lisburn Museum
- Market Square
Explore the rich history of Irish linen through friendly guides, interactive displays, and live spinning…
Ulster Transport Museum
- 150 Bangor Road
Explore Ulster’s history of transport, social change and spirit of innovation at Ulster Transport…
Whitehead Railway Museum
- Castleview Road
Come down and see the home of the Railway Preservation Society of Ireland (RPSI) and its locomotives…
Discover Ulster Scots Centre
- 1-9 Victoria Street
Discover more about your Ulster-Scots roots through a free genealogy research point, or find out about…
Arts Venues in Belfast
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Belfast has an impressive array of gallery spaces, displaying everything from the most contemporary visual art to traditional printmaking techniques. Browse local and international artworks. Become…
Famous Faces of Belfast
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How many of the people below have you seen or heard of? Discover the famous faces of Belfast, from writers to footballers, actors, and more. Van Morrison Van Morrison, is a Northern Irish…
Walking Tours in Belfast
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With plenty of history, architecture and storytelling, it's time to walk the walk and book one of Belfast's most popular walking tours.…