Cathedral Quarter

Belfast's Cathedral Quarter is the city's buzzing, creative soul, where Belfast's vibrant cultural life bubbles visibly to the surface.

Duke of York

Commercial Court

Nestled along a narrow cobbled alleyway in the historic Half Bap area, the Duke offers a traditional Belfast welcome, craic and music. The Duke of York is a traditional Belfast bar crammed with original…

Merchant Hotel

16 Skipper Street

The AA 5 Red Star Merchant Hotel in Belfast is situated in the heart of Belfast city centre’s historic Cathedral Quarter. The grandeur of the original Grade A listed building is complemented by an…

Belfast Cathedral

Donegall Street

Belfast Cathedral, also known as the Cathedral Church of St. Anne, has stood for over 100 years as a place of Christian worship in the heart of Belfast. Belfast Cathedral, also known as the Cathedral…

Coppi

Unit 2 St Anne's Square

Right in the heart of the buzzing Cathedral Quarter, Coppi is Belfast's first cichetti bacari restaurant inspired by those found in Venice. Coppi restaurant, located right in the heart of the buzzing…

The MAC

10 Exchange Street West

The MAC is a cultural hub; selecting, creating and mixing up music, theatre, dance and art. The world-class venue in Belfast's Cathedral Quarter is home to all kinds of exhibitions, theatre…

The National

62-68 High Street

An intimate and unique setting with cocktail bar, nightclub and Belfast's biggest beer garden. Sharp and industrial design with minimal and simple aesthetics, The National offers a contemporary twist…

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.

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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.

Northern Whig

2-10 Bridge Street

The award-winning Northern Whig offers great food and drink with even better hospitality. Acting as a…

Waterman Restaurant

33 Hill St

Award-winning chef Niall McKenna has launched his new Waterman restaurant in the heart of Belfast’s…

44 Hill Street

44 Hill Street

A vibrant celebration of modern food and drink, influenced by the flavours of the Mediterranean using…

7 Spice

7 St Anne's Square

The restaurant is a modern infused restaurant with a authentic taste of the Bangladeshi cuisine…

Muddlers Club

Unit 1 Warehouse Lane

Producing simple but elegant dishes in cool atmosphere, Muddlers Club is hidden away in Belfast's…

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.

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Dirty Onion and Yardbird

3 Hill Street

The Dirty Onion is Belfast's oldest building, with real Irish music and craic seven nights a week…

The Spirit Circle

62 High Street

Discover Belfast’s most unique, radical and unexpected drinks experiences! Embark on an…

The Reporter Bar

3 Union Street

Located in the district which was once home to many of the city’s press offices, The Reporter Bar…

Northern Whig

2-10 Bridge Street

The award-winning Northern Whig offers great food and drink with even better hospitality. Acting as a…

White’s Tavern & Garden

2-4 Winecellar Entry

Refurbished in 2019, White's Tavern, Garden & BeerHall is located on Winecellar Entry, just off…

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.

Golden Thread Gallery

23-29 Queen Street

Golden Thread Gallery is a contemporary visual art gallery and arts charity, presenting world-class…

Oh Yeah Music Centre

15-21 Gordon Street

A dedicated music centre in the heart of Belfast, visit the Oh Yeah Music Centre to see the NI Music…

Belfast Exposed

23 Donegall Street

Belfast Exposed’s vision is to enrich people’s lives through the power of photography. About…

Craft NI Gallery

115-119 Royal Avenue

Craft NI Gallery, located within Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter at 115 -119 Royal Avenue, shows…

The MAC

10 Exchange Street West

The MAC is a cultural hub; selecting, creating and mixing up music, theatre, dance and art. The…

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.

Belfast Film Festival

23 Donegall Street

The Belfast Film Festival began in 1995 as part of Féile An Phobail and has developed hand in hand…

Belfast International Arts Festival

109-113 Royal Avenue

The annual Belfast International Arts Festival features theatre, performance and visual art, music and…

Festival of Fools

Festival of Fools

Festival of Fools is a jam-packed long weekend of circus performances, featuring breathtaking acrobatics…

Imagine! Belfast Festival of Ideas and Politics

46 Hill Street

Belfast’s unique festival of ideas and politics invites you to engage with the big issues of our…

Imagine! Belfast Festival of Ideas and Politics

Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival

Various Venues

Featuring readings, live music and performances; Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival brings the streets to…

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.

Northern Ireland War Memorial Museum

21 Talbot Street

Discover the story of Northern Ireland during the Second World War The Northern Ireland War Memorial is…

Belfast Cathedral

Donegall Street

Belfast Cathedral, also known as the Cathedral Church of St. Anne, has stood for over 100 years as a…

Discover Ulster Scots Centre

1-9 Victoria Street

Discover more about your Ulster-Scots roots through a free genealogy research point, or find out about…

DC Tours – ‘A History of Terror’ and ‘Best of Belfast’ City Centre Walking Tours

Belfast City Hall

DC Tours offers a variety of walking tours led by expert local guides that explore Belfast's…

DC Tours – ‘A History of Terror’ and ‘Best of Belfast’ City Centre Walking Tours

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.