Belfast Things to Do

Sandy Row is a working class, Loyalist heartland that runs directly parallel to the Golden Mile and borders the cosmopolitan university area. This proximity highlights one of the crossroads between histories that the Province n... more

Bangor Castle, which now serves as the Town Hall, was completed in 1852 for Robert Edward Ward. It is really more of a grand manor than a castle, but it still had room for 35 bedrooms and a ballroom-come-recital hall for musica... more

This walk goes right to the heart of Victorian Belfast, highlighting the grand architecture nestling comfortably amongst the more modern shopping and business developments. Belfast began as a settlement at the mouth of the rive... more

See the birthplace of Titanic from the water to really understand the whole story. This unique tour lets you experience firsthand the sights and sounds of the bustling 19th century port. Belfast harbour has always been a romant... more

The automated musical clock at the Fountain Centre has 24 bronze bells that toll out various melodies to mark the hour while a set of carved characters rotate around a pillar. It was erected in the piazza on December 2000, afte... more

Opened in early 20th century, the Ravenhill Stadium plays host to many rugby events. The 12,300 seater venue is home to Ulster Rugby and owned by the Irish Rugby Football Union. At the entrance of the stadium, an ornate arch is... more

The Golden Mile stretches from Queen's University to the city centre, is approximately one mile long, and hosts about 80 per cent of the city's most happening night spots. The mile includes Internet cafes, bars, clubs, restaur... more

Odyssey Arena is Northern Ireland's largest indoor venue. With a seating capacity of 10,000, it offers facilities to host international concerts, sports events, and exhibitions, all under one roof. The complex also has a W5 int... more

People from other parts of Belfast make fun of Stranmillis but that's because they're jealous. Just have a look at the beautiful Victorian houses and you'll see why. The area is a bit like an island. Slightly uphill, the side s... more

If you're visiting the Lagan Lookout, or admiring the Customs House, you'll notice this big fish, commissioned to crown the face lift of the Belfast docks. It's by John Kindness, and the most interesting things about this fish... more