Belfast

About Belfast

There's no shortage of things to do in this fabulously historic city, which is ideal for a city break not too far away from home. Shaped by its industrial past (it's where the Titanic was built, after all), it's now stepping out from the shadows as a confident and dynamic 21st century city. Titanic Belfast is a state-of-the-art interactive experience which tells the entire story of the famous ship. Although if you visit in September, you’ll catch Belfast Titanic Maritime Festival where you can enjoy various events and street performances in front of some magnificent ships.

Belfast’s diverse cultural offering covers everything from its shipbuilding heritage to its high-tempo nightlife. The centre is well stocked with shopping options, from the high-street chains at Victoria Square Shopping Centre to the quirkier, kitsch-heavy Corium which stocks everything from handmade jewellery to painted plaques.

Northern Ireland has plenty in the way of farmland and coastline, which means the seafood is often particularly good and there are some excellent restaurants here. Belfast also has several excellent traditional pubs, fancy hotels, and events throughout the year.