Each area of Belfast has its own character and charm, and its own unique variety of experiences. Take a look at our top picks of attractions in the North, South, East and West of the city and immerse yourself in these unique areas of Belfast.

North Belfast

North Belfast is full of history, culture, and entertainment. Discover iconic landmarks like Belfast Castle, explore wildlife at Belfast Zoo, or delve into the past at Crumlin Road Gaol and Clifton House.

Belfast Castle Estate & Cave Hill Visitor Centre

  • Antrim Road

Belfast Castle is located in the Cave Hill area of north Belfast. It was built in the 1860s and is one of the city's most famous landmarks to visit. For generations, Cave Hill has been synonymous with Belfast, with its imposing outline visible throughout the city. The landmark, named for the five caves located on the side of the cliffs, contains a wealth of natural…

Belfast Castle Estate & Cave Hill Visitor Centre

East Belfast

Once the beating heart of the city’s industrial past with thousands of people employed in linen mills, rope factories, engineering works and shipyards, east Belfast is now thriving once again but this time as a hub of culture, creativity and community.

CS Lewis Square

  • 278 - 280 Newtownards Road

Rediscover The Chronicles of Narnia with a walk through CS Lewis Square, a public space commemorating the…

CS Lewis Square

Stormont Estate

  • Upper Newtownards Road

Stormont Estate is a major tourist and visitor attraction on the outskirts of Belfast.  There are…

Stormont Estate

George Best House

  • 16 Burren Way

Experience a taste of what life was like for a young George by staying in the George Best House The 3…

George Best House

South Belfast

Home to Queen’s University Belfast, the area is abound with tranquil parks and gardens. There are plenty of attractions in this part of the city, including Ulster Museum, live music venues, theatres and the neighbouring Lisburn Road, offering the ultimate designer shopping experience dotted with a selection of cafés, artisan delis, salons and wine bars.

Ulster Museum

  • Botanic Gardens

Come face-to-face with dinosaurs, meteorites and Spanish sailors with a visit to Ulster Museum. Ulster Museum is home to Northern Ireland’s treasures of past and present. Home to rich collections of art, history and natural sciences all set within the beautiful surroundings of Belfast’s Botanic Gardens. Discover new perspectives about Ancient Ireland, inclusive…

Ulster Museum

Lyric Theatre

  • 55 Ridgeway Street

Northern Ireland's only full time producing theatre. The Lyric Theatre has two…

Lyric Theatre

West Belfast

The focus of Irish language, music and culture is in the west of the city. Many visitors come to see the area’s famous political murals and peace wall but there’s plenty more to discover.

Things To Do

Political Tours in Belfast

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A city as old as Belfast has many stories. Uncover these stories by booking one of Belfast’s political history tours run by professional tour guides. Discover how far Belfast has come ‘post-conflict’. Visit Belfast’s Peace Wall, learn about the different murals, hear people’s stories and be immersed…

Political Tours in Belfast

Colin Glen

  • 163 Stewartstown Road

Go Black Bull Runnin’ and 'Flyover' the Belfast Hills at Colin Glen. From Alpine…

Colin Glen