Queen’s Quarter

Queen's Quarter (also known as the University Quarter) is the southernmost quarter in Belfast, Northern Ireland, and is named after Queen's University Belfast, Northern Ireland's largest university.

Queen’s University

Lanyon Building

Queen's University is one of the great architectural landmarks and must-see attractions in Belfast with over 160 years of heritage. Queen's University is a highly respected, world-renowned…

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…

Botanic Gardens

College Park

Botanic Gardens is an important part of Belfast's Victorian heritage and a popular meeting place for residents, students and tourists. Botanic Gardens was established in 1828 by the Belfast Botanic…

The Crescent Arts Centre is a vibrant community arts centre and cultural hub in the heart of south Belfast, which provides opportunities for people to meet, be inspired, experience and participate in a…

Home to Queen’s University Belfast, the area is abound with tranquil parks and gardens. Come face to face with dinosaurs, get up close with an Egyptian mummy, or marvel at some of the best Irish art, there’s plenty to enjoy and loads to love at the Ulster Museum. Stroll through the Victorian Palm House in Botanic Gardens, take in an art-house movie at QFT, relax in one of the many cool coffee shops or enjoy great live music or stand-up comedy at the Empire Music Hall.

TOP TIP
The neighbouring Lisburn Road offers the ultimate designer shopping experience dotted with a selection of cafés, artisan delis, salons and wine bars.

Attractions

Queen’s Quarter & South Belfast is home to some of Belfast’s top visitor attractions including the Ulster Museum and Botanic Gardens. The area is also known for its architecture which includes the Lanyon Building, Stranmillis College and Queen’s University.

Queen’s University

Lanyon Building

Queen's University is one of the great architectural landmarks and must-see attractions in Belfast…

Ulster Museum

Botanic Gardens

Come face-to-face with dinosaurs, meteorites and Spanish sailors with a visit to Ulster Museum. Ulster…

Friar’s Bush Belfast Tours by Cairde na Cille

Friar’s Bush Cemetery

Friar’s Bush Tours at Belfast’s most ancient burial ground will transport you through…

Friar’s Bush Belfast Tours by Cairde na Cille

The Tropical Ravine at Botanic Gardens

Belfast Botanic Gardens

This listed building in Belfast’s Botanic Gardens has been restored with many of its original…

Botanic Gardens

College Park

Botanic Gardens is an important part of Belfast's Victorian heritage and a popular meeting place for…

Places to Have a Drink

Enjoy a drink in the Queen’s Quarter & South Belfast! Head to a traditional pub to listen to some local music or take great pictures in a stylish cocktail bar, dance the night away and enjoy Belfast’s nightlife.

Parlour Bar

2-4 Elmwood Avenue

The ultimate student haunt in the Queen's Quarter, The Parlour Bar is renowned for fantastic…

Belfast Empire

42 Botanic Avenue

One of the country’s premier live music bars, the Empire is one of Belfast’s best loved…

Lavery’s Belfast

12 - 18 Bradbury Place

Lavery's: Belfast's Oldest Family-Owned Pub Established in 1918, Lavery's proudly…

Post House

32 Malone Road

Post House welcomes all to their neighbourhood bar. Inviting you to unwind, connect, and make memories…

Places to Eat

The Queen’s Quarter & South Belfast has a mix of delicious places to try! If you are unsure what you want for dinner why not head down Botanic Avenue or the Lisburn Road, you will definitely find a place to eat.

Deanes at Queens

1 College Gardens

In the vibrant Queen's Quarter of the city, Deanes at Queens is an elegant dining space, serving…

Saga Kitchen & Cellar

43 Malone Road

Defined as a long story of heroic achievement, Saga embodies the continuation of the culinary journey…

Villa Italia

39-41 University Road

Villa Italia is a family run pizzeria restaurant established in 1988, just a stone's throw from…

Scalini

85 Botanic Avenue

Scalini is an Italian family run pizzeria restaurant in the heart of South Belfast and within walking…

Holohan’s Pantry

43 University Road

Holohan's Pantry is Belfast's only boxty house, located in the Queen's Quarter, serving…

Sakura Sushi Japanese Restaurant

82 Botanic Avenue

Sakura is the first and only authentic Sushi Bar in Belfast, specialising in the culinary art of sushi…

Arts & Entertainment

The Queen’s Quarter & South Belfast is a great place for art, theatre, music, poetry or film lovers. You can catch a play, head to see a comedy show with friends or relax and listen to poetry.

Crescent Arts Centre

2-4 University Road

The Crescent Arts Centre is a vibrant community arts centre and cultural hub in the heart of south…

Queen’s Film Theatre – QFT

20 University Square

QFT - Northern Ireland's leading independent cinema Established in 1968, the Queen's Film…

Hotels & Accommodation

Why not stay in the Queen’s Quarter & South Belfast? There are a range of hotels to choose from. Hotels in this quarter are surrounded by lively bars and delicious restaurants. Also this quarter is very close to the city centre!