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.
Cathedral Quarter Restaurants & Cafes
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OX
0.92 KMExperience seasonal creativity in this award-winning restaurant overlooking the River Lagan, and have a top gastronomic experience.
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Mourne Seafood Bar
0.47 KMIf you enjoy fresh local seafood at an affordable price then make your way to the Mourne Seafood…
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Waterman Restaurant
0.67 KMAward-winning chef Niall McKenna has launched his new Waterman restaurant in the heart of Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter.
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2Taps Winebar & Restaurant
0.69 KMFamily-owned tapas bar in the heart of Belfast cathedral quarter for over 17 years.
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44 Hill Street
0.69 KMA vibrant celebration of modern food and drink, influenced by the flavours of the Mediterranean using products from…
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The Belfast Coffee Co
7.29 KMTraditional Belfast coffee is a strong, full-flavoured coffee, which was the order of the day in the 1800s.…
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Taylor & Clay Grill
0.59 KMTaylor and Clay is an award-winning restaurant which boasts an open kitchen built around an incredible bespoke Asador…
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Pubs and Clubs
Tetto
0.63 KMTetto is Bullitt Hotel’s stunning rooftop restaurant and garden with incredible panoramic views of Belfast.
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Pubs and Clubs
Northern Whig
0.49 KMThe award-winning Northern Whig offers great food and drink with even better hospitality.
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Coppi
0.54 KMRight in the heart of the buzzing Cathedral Quarter, Coppi is Belfast's first cichetti bacari restaurant inspired by…
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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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Muddlers Club
0.52 KMProducing simple but elegant dishes in cool atmosphere, Muddlers Club is hidden away in Belfast's Cathedral Quarter.
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Pubs and Clubs
The Reporter Bar
0.86 KMLocated in the district which was once home to many of the city’s press offices, The Reporter Bar…
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Pubs and Clubs
Dirty Onion and Yardbird
0.65 KMThe Dirty Onion is Belfast's oldest building, with real Irish music and craic seven nights a week.
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Pubs and Clubs
Angel And Two Bibles
0.61 KMBuzz for entry and climb the stairway to Belfast’s hidden speakeasy cocktail bar. Cosy up with a cocktail…
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The Deer’s Head & Bell’s Brewery
0.56 KMThe Deer’s Head is Belfast city’s original brewpub with a fully functional on-site craft brewery, Bell's Brewery, on…
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Out of Office Brewing
0.6 KMOut of Office is a micro-brewery and taproom located above the Ulster Sports Club, which is an underground…
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Pubs and Clubs
Duke of York
0.64 KMNestled along a narrow cobbled alleyway in the historic Half Bap area, the Duke offers a traditional Belfast…
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Pubs and Clubs
Northern Whig
0.49 KMThe award-winning Northern Whig offers great food and drink with even better hospitality.
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Pubs and Clubs
The Jailhouse
0.43 KMThe Jailhouse, and adjoining sister bar Henrys, offers a fantastic range of traditional food, local drinks and entertainment…
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The National
0.58 KMAn intimate and unique setting with cocktail bar, nightclub and Belfast's biggest beer garden.
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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Art Galleries
Young at Art
0.67 KMYoung at Art is Northern Ireland’s leading children’s arts provider.
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Art Galleries
Craft NI Gallery
0.72 KMCraft NI Gallery, located within Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter at 115 -119 Royal Avenue, shows locally made craft, applied…
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The Oh Yeah Music Centre
0.68 KMA dedicated music centre in the heart of Belfast, visit the Oh Yeah Music Centre to see the…
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Art Galleries
Belfast Exposed
0.6 KMBelfast Exposed’s vision is to enrich people’s lives through the power of photography.
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The MAC
0.82 KMThe MAC is a cultural hub; selecting, creating and mixing up music, theatre, dance and art.
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Golden Thread Gallery
0.4 KMGolden Thread Gallery is a contemporary visual art gallery and arts charity, presenting world-class exhibitions by international and…
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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Arts and Entertainment
Imagine! Belfast Festival of Ideas and Politics
0.69 KMBelfast’s unique festival of ideas and politics invites you to engage with the big issues of our time.
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Circusful
0.73 KMFrom 29 April - 4 May 2023, see the very best street theatre and circus on the streets…
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Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival
0.61 KMFeaturing readings, live music and performances; Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival brings the streets to life with culture.
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Belfast Film Festival
0.59 KMThe Belfast Film Festival began in 1995 as part of Féile An Phobail and has developed hand in…
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Belfast International Arts Festival
0.19 KMThe annual Belfast International Arts Festival features theatre, performance and visual art, music and more.
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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Hotels
Bullitt Hotel
0.56 KMBullitt Hotel is a stylish and cleverly designed hotel with an urban atmosphere, offering top-quality accommodation in Belfast…
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Hotels
Ramada By Wyndham
0.84 KMRelax and unwind after exploring the best of the city at the Ramada Belfast, Cathedral Quarter.
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Hotels
The Merchant Hotel
0.67 KMThe AA 5 Red Star Merchant Hotel in Belfast is situated in the heart of Belfast city centre’s…
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Malmaison Belfast
0.74 KMMalmaison Hotels dare to be different. Housed in a listed building dating back to the 1800s, this boutique…
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.
Cathedral Quarter History & Heritage
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Attractions
Belfast Cathedral
Belfast Cathedral, also known as the Cathedral Church of St. Anne, has stood for over 100 years as…
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Sightseeing Tours
DC Tours – ‘A History of Terror’ and ‘Best of Belfast’ City Centre Walking Tours
0.09 KMDC 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
0.83 KMDiscover more about your Ulster-Scots roots through a free genealogy research point, or find out about Ulster-Scots events.
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Northern Ireland War Memorial Museum
0.69 KMDiscover the story of Northern Ireland during the Second World War.