Belfast

How to Get to Belfast

Belfast is the capital of Northern Ireland and is easily accessible via airplane or ferry!

The main airport is Belfast International Airport and is a 30 minute drive from the city center.

The main train station is Belfast Lanyon Place, which connects you to the rest of Ireland.

From Belfast it is a 2 hr train ride to Dublin.

What to Do in Belfast

Belfast is the capital city in Northern Ireland, and is where the infamous Titanic was built!

The #1 attraction in Belfast is the Titanic Museum! This interactive exhibit takes you on Titanic’s lifetime journey – from how and where the Titanic was built in Belfast to its maiden voyage and the fateful events on April 14, 1912. It is definitely worth the visit! Skip the lines & get your tickets here.

Combine your Titanic Experience with a visit to Giant’s Causeway and the Dark Hedges! This is a great way to see it all! Reserve your spot here.

Belfast has several pedestrian streets – William Street S, Ann St, Arthur St, Castle Lane, and Corn Market St – that all converge in Arthur Square. Wander along these streets, do some shopping, and enjoy the street musicians!

Rainy day? Belfast’s indoor shopping center – Victoria Square – is light & airy, and is filled with wonderful shops to explore!

Take a trip out of the city to see one of Northern Ireland’s most spectacular sights – Giants Causeway! Depart Belfast and drive along the spectacular Antrim Coast. Visit Northern Ireland’s most famous sight – Giant’s Causeway and then stop at the cliff-top ruins of Dunluce Castle and learn the history of this medieval stronghold. This is an absolutely amazing tour! Reserve your spot here.

See the magical locations where the hit show Game of Thrones was filmed on this full-day tour from Belfast! Visit key filming locations and learn inside gossip about popular characters! This is the ultimate tour for Game of Thrones fans! Reserve your spot here.

While out of the city, don’t miss Carrick-a-Rede! A gorgeous national trust area with a dramatic rope bridge leading out onto a beautiful island. You can find out more about hours & ticket prices here.

Visit all of Northern Ireland in one day! Explore Belfast, then travel along the Antrim Coast, stopping at Giant’s Causeway, Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, and the waterfalls of Glenariff Nature Reserve! This is the perfect way to see the best of Northern Ireland! Reserve your spot here.

The Crumlin Road Gaol opened in 1846 and is a fascinating Victorian Era Jail that only closed recently in 1996. It’s definitely an interesting visit! you can get more information on tickets & hours here.

Head to Fibber Magee for some traditional Irish music! This unique venue has local artists playing authentic Irish jigs and ballads nightly, and is a highlight! Come early though as it gets extremely crowded! More information can be found here.

Want to see more of Ireland? Explore Cork, Dublin, Galway, or Killarney! Or enjoy a day trip to the Aran Islands!

Where to Eat in Belfast

Enjoy dinner in Belfast’s oldest building & one of it’s most beloved pubs – The Dirty Onion and Yardbird!

Hungry for great Italian food? Coppi Restaurant is a Belfast favorite!

The Ox Belfast is one of the most highly rated restaurants in all of Northern Ireland.

These restaurants have been rated the Best Restaurants in Belfast according to google reviews.

If you are looking for the top Michelin star rated restaurants in Belfast, look no further than here.

Where to Stay in Belfast

There are so many great hotel options in Belfast ! I suggest trying to stay in the city center if you are looking to walk everywhere.

If you are looking for luxury hotel recommendations in the city, I recommend –

All are fabulous places to stay!

For more great hotel options, check out the recommendations further down the page. Prices and availability vary depending on the season.

Weather in Belfast

The weather here varies depending on what time of year it is and the current weather patterns.

The warm season lasts from June to September, with an average daily temperature above 61°F. The hottest month of the year in Belfast is July, with an average high of 65°F and low of 53°F.

The cool season lasts from November to March, with an average daily temperature below 49°F. The coldest month of the year in Belfast is January, with an average low of 37°F and high of 45°F.

Teddy's Tips for Kids in Belfast

Traveling with kids? Teddy Traveler has compiled a list of his favorite activities for you and your kids to do while here! Here are some of his favorites –

The #1 highlight is the Titanic Experience! There are so many interactive and interesting exhibits that kids will love! Skip the lines & get your tickets here.

Explore the W5 interactive science museum, with great hands-on exhibits for kids!

Spend the afternoon at the Belfast Zoo, and enjoy watching the giraffes, elephants, & other animals.

Kids will absolutely love Belfast’s Lost City Adventure Golf! This mini golf course is indoors & is a lot of fun for the whole family.

Enjoy the zip-line, high ropes course, alpine coaster, and driving range in Colin Glen.

Head out of the city and let the kids run around and experience the beauty of Giants Causeway & Carrick-a-Rede! Take a family day out and see the best of Northern Ireland! Reserve your spots here.

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