Belfast has the perfect mix of culture, shopping, restaurants and pubs, all within walking distance. Plus, its become a famous filming location for many TV shows over the last few years... including Line of Duty!
Fans of the show will recognise iconic Belfast landmarks in each episode, and the actors regularly take to social media to share their fondness for the city, including our much beloved Enniskillen native Adrian Dunbar, AKA Ted Hastings. Below are some famous landmarks, be sure to have your camera at the ready!
1. Royal Avenue, Belfast
Famous in its own right, there is no better starting point for tourists than the mile long shopping area of Royal Avenue, which ends at the beautiful and iconic Belfast City Hall. However, its also home to Belfast Central Library, which fans will know as the outside of the Police Headquarters.
2. Bedford Street
Not to be forgotten is the exterior of Invest NI’s building, instantly recognisable as the AC-12 Headquarters, where suspects arrive for integration. Just a short walk from Bedford Street there is popular restaurant James St. where filming also took place in Series 3.
3. Cathedral Quarter
Cathedral Quarter is a famous hotspot in Belfast for those seeking some food, a bit of craic and a pint or a glass of wine. Enjoy the cobbled streets, filled with bars and restaurants which also feature in the hit TV show. If you are lucky you may even spot the cast when they are off duty, as they’ve been known to enjoy a pint in The Spaniard or birthday celebrations in Six by Nico.
4. St Annes Cathedral
The beautiful St Annes Cathedral was featured in Series 2, serving as the backdrop of a funeral for 3 police officers. The iconic building, which is over 100 years old, is well worth a walk around, taking in the beautiful stained glass windows.
5. The Titanic Hotel - Titanic Bar
The Titantic Quarter in Belfast is one of the most visited locations in Northern Ireland. Fans of Line of Duty will know that The Titanic Bar appeared in the Series. The Titanic Quarter is a must see for fans and tourists to Belfast, where you can stand at the location where the infamous Titanic was built. You can also walk by the SS Nomadic, the boat that brought passengers over to the Titanic, as well as visiting HMS Caroline. If you are interested in learning more of the history of Belfast and the Titanic take the time to visit Titanic Belfast.
6. Tedfords
No trip to Belfast would be complete without trying some local seafood. Tedfords was used in Series 2 of the show, a beautiful restaurant overlooking the Waterfront and the River Lagan. You can almost hear Ted Hastings infamous line, ‘I didn’t float up the Lagan in a bubble.’
7. Royal Courts of Justice
The Royal Courts of Justice have been used for a few famous shows filmed in Northern Ireland including Dublin Murders and of course Line of Duty. The building itself is situated beside the River Lagan, why not take a short walk down along the river, taking in the scenery such as the ‘Big Fish,’ before stopping at St Georges Market for some fresh local produce.
8. McElhattons Bar
Series 2 filming took place in McElhattons Bar (also known as The Front Page), and rightly so as it is just around the corner from the AC-12 offices. A traditional 19th Century Belfast bar, if these walls could talk, they would have a story or two. Enjoy a pint of Guinness by the bar! Not a stranger to the limelight McElhattons Bar can also be seen in the famous film Mickybo and Me.
9. Belfast Street Art Tour
Although not featured in Line of Duty, if you spend any time in Belfast you’ll know that it’s walls are covered in art. Follow Adam on this incredible tour, as he unlocks the stories of how he has brought street artists from across the globe to join a new breed of Belfast based street artists leaving their spectacular and colourful mark throughout the city! You may come across some artwork involving Ted Hastings infamous one liners, perfect for a cool Instagram post!
10. The Graffiti Underpass
Where all the whisperings and secret meetings occur between the Officers and other dodgy characters, no trip to Belfast would be complete for fans of the show without getting a picture of the infamous meeting point. Situated beside the Albert Memorial Clock, walk down through the underpass on your way to the 'Big Fish' and The Royal Courts of Justice.
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