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. Make the EastSide Visitor Centre your first stop, with information on key attractions in east Belfast and famous people who lived in the area including CS Lewis, George Best and Van Morrison. Take a stroll through the stunning Stormont Estate, sip a refreshing craft beer at Bullhouse East or explore Banana Block, a popular spot for pop-up markets, workshops and events.
TOP TIP
Rediscover The Chronicles of Narnia with a walk through CS Lewis Square, featuring seven bronze sculptures from ‘The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe’.
Attractions
Eastside is a great spot for football fanatics, families and bookworms – there is an attraction to suit everyone. You can pop into Aunt Sandra’s Candy factory with the kids and make homemade treats or take a walk around CS Lewis Square after you visit George Best’s house. Also, don’t forget to check out the EastSide Visitor Centre to find more information on Eastside’s key attractions, famous faces and places.
Eastside Attractions
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Attractions
CS Lewis Square
4.25 KMRediscover The Chronicles of Narnia with a walk through CS Lewis Square, a public space commemorating the Belfast-born…
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Attractions
Aunt Sandra's Candy Factory
4.63 KMTake a trip back in time at Aunt Sandra's Candy Factory and watch old-time candy making at its…
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Attractions
Museum of Orange Heritage
4.8 KMThe Museum of Orange Heritage is an interpretive centre showcasing the history, culture and traditions of the Orange…
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Attractions
Titanic Public Art: The Yardmen
2.77 KMThe sculpture pays tribute to the city's shipbuilding heritage and is set within the timeframe of 1912.
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Attractions
Hearty Growers
3.82 KMNestled in the heart of East Belfast, Hearty Growers invites you to embark on a captivating journey into…
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Information Services
EastSide Visitor Centre
4.09 KMPacked full of information on EastSide's key attractions, famous faces and places. Come in and relax with a…
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Arts and Entertainment
Banana Block
3.85 KMBanana Block is a new living museum and events space set within a historic linen mill and inspired…
Tours & Trails
Eastside is a great place to go for a walk to clear your mind or learn about heritage and culture on self-guided walking trails. There are plenty of walking routes and trails to explore. You can even visit the Eastside Visitor Centre and find out about local walking groups or tours.
Eastside Tours & Trails
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Attractions
Stormont Estate
7.71 KMStormont Estate is a major tourist and visitor attraction on the outskirts of Belfast.
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Sightseeing Tours
George Best Trail (Self guided)
4.09 KMExplore east Belfast as George Best would have seen it, and discover the places where the world-famous footballer…
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Sightseeing Tours
Hometown Tours
2.01 KMHometown Tours provides fun and memorable guided bike and walking tours along the cycle paths and greenways of…
Places to Eat
Eastside has quality bars, cafes and restaurants. If you are looking for a coffee, light bite to eat, or three-course meal in the Eastside, there are plenty of places to choose.
Eastside Food & Drink
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Pubs and Clubs
Horatio Todd's
7.16 KMVisiting East Belfast? Then you have to dine or have a drink in the award-winning Horatio Todd's Bar…
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Café
The Lamppost Cafe
4.44 KMVisit The Lamppost Cafe, a CS Lewis inspired, family run café in East Belfast.
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Eat & Drink
Bullhouse East
Belfast's very first permanent taproom, serving 20 taps of the freshest craft beer and woodfired pizza Belfast has…
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Restaurant
Little Wing Pizzeria
0.38 KMLittle Wing serves yummy, traditional Naples style pizzas made with fresh ingredients and cooked using time honoured methods,…
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Pubs and Clubs
Hearth
6.55 KMHearth Pub - warmth, stories, a place to gather and share memorie (a place so dear to everyones…
Arts & Entertainment
Belfast’s Eastside has got beautiful galleries, creative workshops, special screenings and weekly film clubs for the young ones to enjoy. There are also live theatre events lined up in music, theatre, comedy and family throughout the year.
Eastside Arts & Entertainment
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Art Galleries
ArtisAnn Gallery
4.58 KMThe ArtisAnn Gallery is a vibrant contemporary art gallery situated on Bloomfield Avenue in East Belfast.
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Arts and Entertainment
Scott's Jazz Club
6.72 KMScott's Jazz Club is a purpose designed Jazz Club Theatre with amazing sound and lighting.
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See & Do
The Sanctuary Theatre
2.96 KMThe atmospheric Sanctuary Theatre is the home of the Bright Umbrella Drama Company and hosts a full programme…
Hotels in the EastSide
Want to stay in Belfast but away from the hustle and bustle? Why not stay in the EastSide!
Eastside Stays
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Accommodation
George Best House
4.09 KMExperience a taste of what life was like for a young George by staying in the George Best…
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Hotels
Hastings Stormont Hotel
9.97 KMThe beautiful four star Stormont Hotel Belfast is located just minutes away from Belfast City Centre, adjacent to…