Linen Quarter

The historic Linen Quarter has rapidly become one of the most vibrant, must visit areas of the city.

Hastings Europa Hotel

Great Victoria Street

Superbly located in the heart of Belfast City Centre, the world-famous four-star Europa Hotel simply epitomizes indulgence. Long established as a cornerstone of Belfast’s thriving city centre, The…

Ulster Hall

34 Bedford Street

Ulster Hall is one of Belfast's most iconic venues. Sitting right at the heart of the city's vibrant entertainment scene, the venue has it all - laugh until you cry comedy, monumental gigs…

Grand Opera House

Great Victoria Street

Northern Ireland's premier theatre presenting an outstanding programme of drama, opera, dance, comedy, musicals, family shows and much more. The Grand Opera House is located in Belfast's bustling…

Fitzwilliam Hotel

Great Victoria Street

The Fitzwilliam Hotel with its uniquely relaxed, comfortable character, stands discretely in the heart of Belfast on Great Victoria Street. The Fitzwilliam Hotel is a luxurious, AA five star hotel…

Flame Restaurant

3 Bedford Square

Flame Restaurant stands out as an exceptional establishment, and it proudly holds its place as one of Belfast’s premier dining experiences. Nestled in the heart of the city centre, precisely…

Welcome to Pug Uglys, old dog, new tricks bringing you a quirky Irish venue in the heart of Belfast. Pub with food, pug pizzas, live music, comedy, quizzes and more. Pug Uglys is a fresh, fun and vibrant…

Belfast was once the linen capital of the world with factories, warehouses and grand buildings springing up to the south of the Old White Linen Hall, now the site of Belfast City Hall. Today visitors can enjoy the architecture of these old linen mills which house a mix of offices, chic bars and award-winning restaurants. This is a great part of town to enjoy pre-theatre dinner and drinks before a show at the Grand Opera House (1895).

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Be sure to visit Ireland’s tallest bar, the Observatory at the Grand Central Hotel, where you can take in the view and savour the most masterfully mixed cocktail creations.

Dine in the Linen Quarter

The Linen Quarter offers over 40 cafés, bars and restaurants, you will not be stuck for choice in this district. The long list includes beautiful award-winning restaurants as well as casual, family-friendly eateries.

Fratelli Belfast, Ristorante, Pizzeria & Bar

60 Great Victoria Street

Oozing rustic Italian charm with contemporary edge Fratelli Belfast serves traditional dishes in a family…

Fratelli Belfast, Ristorante, Pizzeria & Bar

Causerie

Europa Hotel, Great Victoria Street, Belfast

Welcome to The Causerie at the Europa Hotel – where delicious dining meets a relaxed, friendly…

Linen House

12 Brunswick Street

The Linen House is an award winning multi-venue complex composed of Sweet Afton Bar & Kitchen, The…

James St

19-21 James Street South

James St. is the coming together of two of Belfast’s best restaurants, James Street South…

Coco

7-11 Linenhall Street

Great food, fine wine and fantastic service in the heart of Belfast City Centre, Northern Ireland. Coco…

Bars in the Linen Quarter

Whether its a pint or a cocktail, you’ll find your preferred tipple in one of the many chic bars in the Linen Quarter.

The Points Bar

44 Dublin Road

The Points is a traditional Irish pub situated in the heart of Dublin Road Belfast. A warm inviting Irish…

Robinsons Bar

38-42 Great Victoria Street

One of Belfast's oldest and biggest bars, Robinsons hosts five venues under one roof. Robinsons Bar…

Amelia Hall

44 Howard Street

A buzzing bar, pizzeria, and beer terrace in Belfast's Linen Quarter. Enjoy artisan pizza, craft…

The Woodworkers

20-22 Bradbury Place

Woodworkers are Belfast’s first craft beer bar with 14 rotating taps, great food, board games…

Linen House

12 Brunswick Street

The Linen House is an award winning multi-venue complex composed of Sweet Afton Bar & Kitchen, The…

Cafés in the Linen Quarter

The Linen Quarter is home to several coffee shops and cafés, perfect for your daily caffeine hit, a tasty traybake or a bite of lunch.

Grand Café

Grand Central Hotel

The Grand Café in Belfast exudes a vibrant and contemporary atmosphere, making it an alluring…

Entertainment in the Linen Quarter

The Linen Quarter has a deep-rooted musical heritage, housing three major music venues. Catch a show at the Grand Opera House or Ulster Hall, or a live band at the Limelight. Most of the bars and hotels also have vibrant entertainment programmes that are open to guests and non-residents alike.

Limelight Belfast

17 Ormeau Avenue

Established as one of the city's main venues for live music, hosting international touring acts, sell…

Ulster Hall

34 Bedford Street

Ulster Hall is one of Belfast's most iconic venues. Sitting right at the heart of the city's…

Grand Opera House

Great Victoria Street

Northern Ireland's premier theatre presenting an outstanding programme of drama, opera, dance…

Baker & Chef – School of Baking & Decorating

4B Cromac Quay

Baker & Chef welcome you – Belfast’s Premium Baking & Decorating School Nestled…

Baker & Chef – School of Baking & Decorating

Ulster Orchestra

Ulster Orchestra at Townsend

Enriching lives through music, in Belfast and beyond. Founded in 1966, the Ulster Orchestra has been at…

Stay in the Linen Quarter

Whether its a long luxurious stay or a quick stop over, with a dozen hotels, the Linen Quarter offers a wide range to choose from, for every kind of stay.

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Hastings Grand Central Hotel

Bedford Street

Hastings Grand Central is more than a hotel. It’s an ode to a city. Standing tall in Bedford Street, this…

Holiday Inn Belfast City Centre

40 Hope Street

Holiday Inn Belfast City Centre in Belfast offers great value for money in a superb location in the City…

Ten Square Hotel

10 Donegall Square South

Located at the heart of Belfast City Centre, Ten Square Boutique Hotel offers friendly elegance and a…

Clayton Hotel Belfast

22 Ormeau Avenue

Choose the chic Clayton Hotel Belfast hotel for its city centre location close to Victoria Square…

voco Belfast

3 Cromac Place

At voco® hotels, they're all about the warmest of welcomes and providing their guests with those…

Getting to & from the Linen Quarter

Belfast Grand Central Station is a newly opened transport hub in the city centre of Belfast and is the largest integrated transport facility on the island of Ireland. It serves as the main terminus for trains across Northern Ireland and also for cross-border rail services like the “Enterprise” service connecting to Dublin Connolly Station.

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‘Great Expectations’ Open Air Gallery – Great Victoria Street

Once known as the ‘ Golden Mile,’ something exciting is happening on Great Victoria Street to return it to it’s former glory. During a self-guided walk along the South Side of Great Victoria Street, visitors will be treated to historic building restorations, iconic new street art murals by local and international artists, and a range of habitat improvements which support urban ecology from birds to pollinators.

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Street Art

We’ve rounded up just a small selection of the street art Belfast has to offer in our street art guide. Discover amazing murals across the Linen Quarter on a self-guided walking tour using our street art map.

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‘Great Expectations’ Open Air Gallery – Great Victoria Street

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