Gaeltacht Quarter

The focus of Irish language, music and culture is in the Gaeltacht Quarter, in the west of the city.

Cultúrlann McAdam Ó Fiaich

216 Falls Road

Cultúrlann produces a vibrant arts programme that promotes Irish language and culture and provides a meeting place for visitors and locals alike. Based in a former Presbyterian church on the Falls…

Áras Uí Chonghaile (James Connolly Visitor Centre)

374-376 Falls Road

Áras Uí Chonghaile is an award-winning modern, inspirational, visitor centre based in the heart of Belfast’s Gaeltacht Quarter and located only yards from where James Connolly, a man…

Belfast TradFest

Various Locations

Belfast TradFest, the pinnacle of world-class traditional music concerts, fiery pub sessions & Ireland’s fastest growing summer school of traditional music, is set to celebrate its 8th…

Féile an Phobail

473 Falls Road

Féile an Phobail is Ireland's Biggest Community Arts Festival, showcasing a love for the arts and cultural events in Belfast. Feile's programme includes: Draocht - arts festival for young…

Colin Glen

163 Stewartstown Road

Go Black Bull Runnin’ and 'Flyover' the Belfast Hills at Colin Glen. From Alpine coasteering to laser tag, golfing to the Gruffalo Trail, Colin Glen has adventure for everyone. Are you…

Bank Square Brasserie

56-58 Berry Street

Open Monday to Saturday, Bank Square Brasserie is a place where you can appreciate high quality food and service in a casual atmosphere. Anchored in the city centre of Belfast they celebrate local…

The focus of Irish language, music and culture is in the west of the city. Many visitors come to see the area’s famous political murals and peace wall but there’s plenty more to discover. An Chultúrlann, the Quarter’s culture and arts centre, contains an excellent restaurant, gift shop, theatre and gallery. Explore Clonard Monastery or enjoy the three mile Divis Summit Trail, a specifically designed loop walk on Divis Mountain with spectacular views over Belfast.

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Don’t miss the James Connolly Visitor Centre (Áras Uí Chonghaile) which offers a thought provoking insight into his life, politics and the impact he had on the history of the island of Ireland.

Gaeltacht Quarter & West Belfast Tours

Whether its a taxi or walking tour, you’ll discover the history and politics of the Gaeltacht Quarter from the expert guides themselves.

Taxi Trax

35A King Street

Taxitrax is the original Belfast Black Taxi Tour with over 40 years experience. With Taxi Trax, you are…

Belfastology Walking Tours

8-9 Donegall Square N

Discover Belfast in a sustainable and eco friendly way. Hear of the Belfast humble beginnings, its…

Belfastlad Tours

1 Brown Square

Belfastlad tours provide a range of guided tours across Belfast and the north of Ireland. Belfastlad…

Coiste Irish Political Tours

Tours depart Divis Tower (Falls Road)

A unique walking tour delivered by former political prisoners who share their personal experiences of the…

Belfast City Cemetery

511 Falls Road

Dating back to the 1860s, Belfast City Cemetery is one of the oldest public cemeteries in the city. It is…

Gaeltacht Quarter & West Belfast Arts & Culture

From Belfast TradFest to hosting Ireland’s Biggest Community Arts Festival, the Gaeltacht Quarter showcases the love for arts and culture in Belfast.

Belfast TradFest

Various Locations

Belfast TradFest, the pinnacle of world-class traditional music concerts, fiery pub sessions…

Cultúrlann McAdam Ó Fiaich

216 Falls Road

Cultúrlann produces a vibrant arts programme that promotes Irish language and culture and provides…

Féile an Phobail

473 Falls Road

Féile an Phobail is Ireland's Biggest Community Arts Festival, showcasing a love for the arts…

Gaeltacht Quarter & West Belfast Attractions

Finding adventure will be easy in the Gaeltacht Quarter. Visit Ireland’s leading adventure park or why not take a walk in the beautiful hills which look down on the city.

Colin Glen

163 Stewartstown Road

Go Black Bull Runnin’ and 'Flyover' the Belfast Hills at Colin Glen. From Alpine…

Belfast Hills

9 Social Economy Village

When visiting Belfast, why not take a walk in the beautiful hills which look down on the city, including…

Andersonstown Indoor Aqua Park

132 Andersonstown Road

Andersonstown Indoor Aqua Park is the largest centre of its kind in Northern Ireland, offering three high…

Gaeltacht Quarter & West Belfast Information Services

Culturally rich west Belfast is home to traditional Irish culture, language, sport and music. Discover the visitor centres in this quarter to ensure you get the most out of your visit.