Explore

Each area of Belfast has its own character and charm, and its own unique variety of shops, restaurants, cafes, museums and attractions. Take time to discover the city’s hidden treasures in Belfast’s neighbourhoods. Take a look our sustainable attractions and learn about the accessible way to explore Belfast! Get ideas and inspiration for your visit from family-friendly activities to making the most of Belfast’s nightlife. 

Neighbourhoods

Each area of Belfast has its own character and charm, and its own unique variety of shops, restaurants, cafes, museums and attractions. Take time to discover the city’s hidden treasures in Belfast’s neighbourhoods.

Belfast City Centre

In Belfast City Centre there is an abundance of cafes, great pubs, trendy bars and an amazing restaurant scene. Start off in the Visit Belfast Welcome Centre (opposite City Hall) to pick up information…

Cathedral Quarter

Belfast's Cathedral Quarter is the city's buzzing, creative soul, where Belfast's vibrant cultural life bubbles visibly to the surface.

North Belfast

Discover iconic landmarks like Belfast Castle, explore wildlife at Belfast Zoo, or delve into the past at Crumlin Road Gaol and Clifton House. For a taste of local culture, the Duncairn Centre is a…

Queen’s Quarter

Queen's Quarter (also known as the University Quarter) is the southernmost quarter in Belfast, Northern Ireland, and is named after Queen's University Belfast, Northern Ireland's largest…

East Belfast

East Belfast is a developing post-industrial area in Belfast with stylish cafes, bars, and attractions around the Conn’s Water river.

Shankill

Straddling North and West Belfast, the Shankill is home to a wide collection of painted murals depicting the social and political history of the area.

Smithfield and Union

Running all the way from Smithfield Market to Frederick Street, Smithfield and Union contains some of Belfast's oldest and most iconic buildings.

South Belfast

In South Belfast, modernity collides with tradition, creating a vibrant atmosphere enriched by a dynamic cultural scene. This area invites exploration, whether you prefer leisurely strolls or taxi tours…

West Belfast

West Belfast is a canvas of history and community arts, characterised by vibrant murals that tell the stories of its cultural heritage.

Neighbourhoods

Explore these city neighbourhoods to experience the distinct charm and authentic welcome that each part of Belfast has to offer!

Accessible Travel

Belfast has plenty of accessible sights and wheelchair-friendly attractions to discover. See our guide below for information on accessible venues, public transport, mobility scooter and wheelchair hire, disabled car parking and accessible toilets in Belfast.

Sustainable Belfast

The effects of climate change have never been clearer or more urgent, and in its usual measures of resilience and action, Belfast is taking steps to become a future proof city for generations to come.