This historic trading quarter is a maze of cobblestoned streets and warehouses that are now home to trendy bars, beer gardens, clubs and restaurants. Visitor attractions include the Metropolitan Arts Centre (the MAC), St Anne’s Cathedral, the NI War Memorial, the Oh Yeah Music Centre and the Discover Ulster Scots Centre. Full of colourful street art, this area of town is buzzing with music, entertainment and fun at night.
TOP TIP
Make time for afternoon tea in the luxurious Merchant Hotel to admire the opulent surroundings, huge domed ceiling and Ireland’s largest chandelier.
Restaurants in the Cathedral Quarter
Cathedral Quarter hosts St Anne’s Square, a bustling area of beautiful restaurants in which you really will be spoilt for choice.
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2Taps Winebar & Restaurant Eat & Drink2Taps Winebar & Restaurant
Family-owned tapas bar in the heart of Belfast cathedral quarter for over 17 years.
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7 Spice 
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The restaurant is a modern infused restaurant with a authentic taste of the Bangladeshi cuisine.
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Coppi
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Right in the heart of the buzzing Cathedral Quarter, Coppi is Belfast's first cichetti bacari restaurant inspired by…
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Northern Whig Pubs and ClubsNorthern Whig
The award-winning Northern Whig offers great food and drink with even better hospitality.
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Waterman Restaurant RestaurantWaterman Restaurant
Award-winning chef Niall McKenna has launched his new Waterman restaurant in the heart of Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter.
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Muddlers Club RestaurantMuddlers Club
Producing simple but elegant dishes in cool atmosphere, Muddlers Club is hidden away in Belfast's Cathedral Quarter.
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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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Bars in the Cathedral Quarter
If a few drinks is what you’re after, Cathedral Quarter offers a mix of bustling bars and cosy, traditional pubs.
Cathedral Quarter Bars
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The Jailhouse Pubs and ClubsThe Jailhouse
The Jailhouse, and adjoining sister bar Henrys, offers a fantastic range of traditional food, local drinks and entertainment…
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The National Pubs and ClubsThe National
An intimate and unique setting with cocktail bar, nightclub and Belfast's biggest beer garden.
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The Spirit Circle Eat & DrinkThe Spirit Circle
Discover Belfast’s most unique, radical and unexpected drinks experiences!
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The Second Fiddle Pubs and ClubsThe Second Fiddle
The Second Fiddle is a contemporary Irish music venue that showcases Irish culture and art.
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Out of Office Brewing Eat & DrinkOut of Office Brewing
Out of Office is a micro-brewery and taproom located above the Ulster Sports Club, which is an underground…
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White's Tavern, Garden & BeerHall Pubs and ClubsWhite's Tavern, Garden & BeerHall
Refurbished in 2019, White's Tavern, Garden & BeerHall is located on Winecellar Entry, just off High Street in…
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Northern Whig Pubs and ClubsNorthern Whig
The award-winning Northern Whig offers great food and drink with even better hospitality.
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Dirty Onion and Yardbird Pubs and ClubsDirty Onion and Yardbird
The Dirty Onion is Belfast's oldest building, with real Irish music and craic seven nights a week.
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Duke of York Pubs and ClubsDuke of York
Nestled along a narrow cobbled alleyway in the historic Half Bap area, the Duke offers a traditional Belfast…
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The Reporter Bar Pubs and ClubsThe Reporter Bar
Located in the district which was once home to many of the city’s press offices, The Reporter Bar…
Arts & Culture
The Cathedral Quarter is home to many arts and cultural venues, from art exhibitions to music tours, you can soak up the best of art in Belfast in the Cathedral Quarter.
Cathedral Quarter Arts & Culture
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Craft NI Gallery Art GalleriesCraft NI Gallery
Craft NI Gallery, located within Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter at 115 -119 Royal Avenue, shows locally made craft, applied…
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The MAC Arts and EntertainmentThe MAC
The MAC is a cultural hub; selecting, creating and mixing up music, theatre, dance and art.
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Golden Thread Gallery Art GalleriesGolden Thread Gallery
Golden Thread Gallery is a contemporary visual art gallery and arts charity, presenting world-class exhibitions by international and…
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Belfast Exposed Art GalleriesBelfast Exposed
Belfast Exposed’s vision is to enrich people’s lives through the power of photography.
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The Oh Yeah Music Centre Arts and EntertainmentThe Oh Yeah Music Centre
A dedicated music centre in the heart of Belfast, visit the Oh Yeah Music Centre to see the…
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Belfast Print Workshop Arts and EntertainmentBelfast Print Workshop
Belfast Print Workshop print studio located in the Cathedral Quarter Est.1977 welcoming artists in the practice and promotion…
Festivals in Cathedral Quarter
The Cathedral Quarter is host to many annual festivals such as Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival, Festival of Fools, Culture Night and many more.
Cathedral Quarter Festivals
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Belfast International Arts Festival Arts and EntertainmentBelfast International Arts Festival
The annual Belfast International Arts Festival features theatre, performance and visual art, music and more.
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Imagine! Belfast Festival of Ideas and Politics Arts and EntertainmentImagine! Belfast Festival of Ideas and Politics
Belfast’s unique festival of ideas and politics invites you to engage with the big issues of our time.
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Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival Arts and EntertainmentCathedral Quarter Arts Festival
Featuring readings, live music and performances; Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival brings the streets to life with culture.
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Circusful Arts and EntertainmentCircusful
From 29 April - 4 May 2023, see the very best street theatre and circus on the streets…
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Belfast Film Festival Arts and EntertainmentBelfast Film Festival
The Belfast Film Festival began in 1995 as part of Féile An Phobail and has developed hand in…
History & Heritage
Take a look back on the history of Belfast in the Cathedral Quarter. Find out which heritage trails will lead you down the path to your ancestors, reflect in the 100+ year old Cathedral, or visit the ‘must-see’ NI war memorial.
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DC Tours – ‘A History of Terror’ and ‘Best of Belfast’ City Centre Walking Tours Sightseeing ToursDC Tours – ‘A History of Terror’ and ‘Best of Belfast’ City Centre Walking Tours
DC Tours offers a variety of walking tours led by expert local guides that explore Belfast's historical and…
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Discover Ulster Scots Centre AttractionsDiscover Ulster Scots Centre
Discover more about your Ulster-Scots roots through a free genealogy research point, or find out about Ulster-Scots events.
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Belfast Cathedral AttractionsBelfast Cathedral
Belfast Cathedral, also known as the Cathedral Church of St. Anne, has stood for over 100 years as…
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Northern Ireland War Memorial Museum AttractionsNorthern Ireland War Memorial Museum
Discover the story of Northern Ireland during the Second World War.
Stay in the Cathedral Quarter
If staying in the hustle and bustle of Cathedral Quarter sounds right up your street, check out the luxurious hotels in the area for your perfect stay.
Cathedral Quarter Hotels
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The Merchant Hotel HotelsThe Merchant Hotel
The AA 5 Red Star Merchant Hotel in Belfast is situated in the heart of Belfast city centre’s…
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Malmaison Belfast HotelsMalmaison Belfast
Malmaison Hotels dare to be different. Housed in a listed building dating back to the 1800s, this boutique…
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Ramada By Wyndham HotelsRamada By Wyndham
Relax and unwind after exploring the best of the city at the Ramada Belfast, Cathedral Quarter.
