14 Best things to see & do in Belfast

Northern Ireland’s most famous natural landscape, this UNESCO World Heritage site is shrouded in legend and folklore.

Standing where the Titanic was built, this moving, interactive exhibition tells the story of the giant cruiser’s construction and sinking.

Discover Belfast’s vibrant and fascinating street art, and the stories behind them, on tours led by local artists.

A fascinating and insightful political tour of the city, led by people who lived through The Troubles – and driving black cabs.  

Belfast’s imposing former prison offers a haunting peek into the city’s tumultuous history, from famous inmates to infamous riots.

Whether you’re a fan of the show or not, these filming locations showcase the most mythical spots in Northern Ireland.

This historic Victorian market is filled with local crafts, the best Belfast produce and a jostling gaggle of local food-lovers.

A Victorian ‘Gin Palace’, restored to its original glory by the National Trust and now a Belfast landmark. The elaborate interiors feature colourful mosaics, stained-glass windows, decorative ceilings, and snugs lit by gas lamps.

A 30-minute stroll from the city, these gardens (and beautiful Victorian greenhouse) cover 28 acres, packed with unusual trees and shrubs – perfect for a picnic on a sunny day.

Built in 1860 and one of the city’s most famous landmarks. If you need a break from the city, go for the city views, landscaped gardens and some local history at the visitor centre.

This Romanesque cathedral is one of the city’s finest architectural feats – take a tour to admire the stained glass, and the 40-foot glass spire, named the ‘Spire of Hope’.

Take a free tour of Belfast’s baroque City Hall, dating back to 1906, with impressive interiors to match the elegant, Edwardian frontage.

One of the oldest pubs in Belfast, the Duke of York is a traditional boozer found down a cobbled alleyway, with well-worn seats, antique memorabilia and an old printing press in the corner. On sunny days, people take their drinks out to the flower-lined courtyard.

45-minutes outside of Belfast, ‘RCD’ is arguably the world’s best golf course you can play without being a member. A riot of gorse and heather skirting the Irish Sea and backdropped by the Mountains of Mourne.