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.
Top 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!
Ulster Folk Museum
- 153 Bangor Road
Step back one hundred years and discover the traditions and heritage of Ulster’s past at Ulster…
Áras Uí Chonghaile (James Connolly Visitor Centre)
- 374-376 Falls Road
Áras Uí Chonghaile is an award-winning modern, inspirational, visitor centre based in the…
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…
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…
Local Cuisine in Belfast
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Ever eaten a boxty? Or sipped on an Irish coffee after a tasty, traditional meal? Are you looking to see the abundance of fresh fish and seafood caught from the surrounding waters of the Atlantic Ocean? Check out all the best places to try authentic local cuisine in Belfast. Ulster Fry Start your…
Holohan’s Pantry
- 43 University Road
Holohan's Pantry is Belfast's only boxty house, located in the Queen's Quarter, serving…
St George’s Market
- 12-20 East Bridge Street
St George's Market is one of Belfast's oldest attractions and one of the best markets in the UK…
The Garrick Bar
- 29 Chichester Street
The Garrick Bar is a traditional pub in the heart of the city centre serving food every day from 12pm…
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.…
DC Tours – ‘A History of Terror’ and ‘Best of Belfast’ City Centre Walking Tours
- Belfast City Hall
DC Tours offers a variety of public and private walking tours led by expert local guides that explore…
Hometown Tours
- Tours depart from Native Coffee
Hometown Tours Belfast provides fun and memorable guided walking, driving and bike tours exploring the…
Belfastlad Tours
- 1 Brown Square
Belfastlad tours provide a range of guided tours across Belfast and the north of Ireland. Belfastlad…
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…
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…
The Second Fiddle
- Cotton Court
The Second Fiddle is a contemporary Irish music venue that showcases Irish culture and art. The…
Other Inspiration
Arts Venues in Belfast
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Belfast has an impressive array of gallery spaces, displaying everything from the most contemporary…
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…
13 Facts You Didn’t Know About Belfast
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Do you know what Belfast’s symbol is? Or which famous actor made their stage debut here? Discover…