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Belfast
Hear all the stories. See all the hidden symbolism. Discover the truth.
A visit to Titanic Belfast is incomplete without experiencing this award-winning guided walking tour. You’ll find out fact and fable as you walk in the footsteps of the designers and shipbuilders who brought the dream to life,…
Belfast
On the 31st March 1996 Crumlin Road Gaol slammed shut its doors for what many thought would be the final time, but, on the 19th November 2012 the chains fell off and HMP Belfast was reborn as one of Belfast's most popular visitor attractions.
Belfast
Northern Ireland’s biggest and brightest shopping centre. Inside Victoria Square you'll find shops, an Odeon Cinema and lots of eateries. Highlights include Five Guys, House of Fraser, Urban Outfitters, and Hugo Boss.
Belfast
St George’s Market one of Belfast’s oldest attractions and is one of the best markets in the UK and Ireland. It has been voted for numerous local and national awards for its fresh, local produce and great atmosphere.
Belfast
Explore a changing city through its ever-evolving street art. On this gently paced, two-hour guided street art walking tour, you’ll see the incredible street art currently adding to the atmosphere of Belfast city centre. The tour will help you understand Belfast’s relationship with street art and…
Belfast
CastleCourt offers the ultimate shopping experience with all your favourite shops under one roof right in the heart of Belfast. With over 80 great stores and 15 great food places to choose from, there's never been a better time to visit.
Belfast
Situated in the heart of Belfast city centre's historic Cathedral Quarter, The award-winning 5 AA Red star Merchant Hotel is a harmonious blend of Victorian grandeur and Art Deco inspired sleek modernity with award-winning restaurants and cocktail bar, a tranquil spa and rooftop gym and hot tub.
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OX is a Michelin starred restaurant that offers relaxed dining overlooking the River Lagan, with menus designed to showcase excellent meats and sustainably sourced fish whilst equally careful attention is given to seasonal vegetables and fruit.
Belfast
Ulster Museum is home to treasures past and present. There’s something for art lovers, history buffs, inquisitive kids and the culturally curious! For a fun family day out dive into the Discovery Centres: Discover Art, Discover History and Discover Nature, where you can try on costumes from the…
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The Grand Central is more than a hotel. It’s an ode to a city. Standing tall in Bedford Street, this impressive jewel combines glamour and grandeur with a uniquely Belfast spirit. Head to the 23rd floor to discover The Observatory Bar, an awe-inspiring cocktail lounge with spectacular views of…
Belfast
Coppi restaurant, located right in the heart of the buzzing Cathedral Quarter, is Belfast’s first cichetti bacari/restaurant inspired by those found in Venice and named after cycling legend Angelo Fausto Coppi.
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Colin Glen is Ireland’s leading adventure park - a land of storytelling and a state of the art sports park with world class attractions. From Alpine coasteering to laser tag, golfing to the Gruffalo Trail, Colin Glen has adventure for everyone.
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Belfast Zoo is home to more than 130 species of animals. Come along and say hi to Asian elephants, giraffes, lions and if you're brave enough enter the reptile and amphibian house.
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W5 is an award-winning science and discovery centre, firing the spirit of discovery with limitless fun for everyone including eight new zones packed full of interactive exhibits that will excite and inspire.
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Completed in 1906, Belfast City Hall is a magnificent Baroque Revival 'wedding cake' built to reflect Belfast's city status, granted by Queen Victoria in 1888. The grounds are also used for many events from continental markets to open air concerts.
Belfast
You'll love the tradition, tranquillity, elegance and warmth of our Victorian townhouse hotel, set in the leafy avenues of the University Quarter and opening on to fashionable streets of Lisburn and Malone Road, 10 min away from Belfast city centre.
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Deanes at Queens on College Gardens can be found in the heart of the University Quarter, overlooking Methodist College and adjacent to Botanic Gardens and the Ulster Museum. Deanes at Queens is a short walk from Queens University Belfast and many hotels including Wellington Park Hotel, Malone Lodge…
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First established in 1828, the gardens have been enjoyed as a public park by the people of Belfast since 1895. There is an extensive rose garden and long herbaceous borders and the tree enthusiast can seek out the rare oaks planted in the 1880s.
From | To | Distance * (metric) |
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Titanic Belfast Discovery Tour (54.6081,-5.9099) | Crumlin Road Gaol (54.60896,-5.94238) | 1.89 |
Crumlin Road Gaol (54.60896,-5.94238) | Victoria Square Belfast (54.59778,-5.92427) | 1.54 |
Victoria Square Belfast (54.59778,-5.92427) | St. George's Market (54.59614,-5.92196) | 0.21 |
St. George's Market (54.59614,-5.92196) | Seedhead Arts Street Art Walking Tour (54.6019,-5.9275) | 0.66 |
Seedhead Arts Street Art Walking Tour (54.6019,-5.9275) | CastleCourt (54.60082,-5.93135) | 0.25 |
CastleCourt (54.60082,-5.93135) | The Merchant Hotel (54.60096,-5.92596) | 0.31 |
The Merchant Hotel (54.60096,-5.92596) | OX (54.59928,-5.92195) | 0.29 |
OX (54.59928,-5.92195) | Ulster Museum (54.5821,-5.93584) | 1.9 |
Ulster Museum (54.5821,-5.93584) | The Grand Central Hotel (54.59519,-5.93151) | 1.34 |
The Grand Central Hotel (54.59519,-5.93151) | Coppi (54.60355,-5.92709) | 0.88 |
Coppi (54.60355,-5.92709) | Colin Glen (54.56667,-6.01472) | 6.29 |
Colin Glen (54.56667,-6.01472) | Belfast Zoo (54.65461,-5.94266) | 9.75 |
Belfast Zoo (54.65461,-5.94266) | W5 (54.60396,-5.91506) | 5.32 |
W5 (54.60396,-5.91506) | Belfast City Hall (54.59663,-5.93013) | 1.14 |
Belfast City Hall (54.59663,-5.93013) | The Malone (54.58161,-5.9425) | 1.67 |
The Malone (54.58161,-5.9425) | The Belfast Traditional Music Trail Experience (54.58843,-5.92335) | 1.31 |
The Belfast Traditional Music Trail Experience (54.58843,-5.92335) | Deanes at Queens (54.5836,-5.93778) | 0.97 |
Deanes at Queens (54.5836,-5.93778) | Belfast Botanic Gardens and Palm House (54.58242,-5.93249) | 0.33 |
Belfast Botanic Gardens and Palm House (54.58242,-5.93249) | Sunflower Public House (54.60305,-5.9327) | 2.07 |
Total Distance * | 38.09 miles | |
Estimated Journey Time | 1.23 hours |
* Approximate distance by road
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