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Welcome to the Belfast
Visitor Guide 2013, your
passport to a vibrant,
cultural and ever innovative
city as it uncovers another
momentous year packed
with festivals and fun.
Last year we had some major new
visitor attractions open their doors,
such as our signature maritime project,
Titanic Belfast, and the brand new
Metropolitan Arts Centre (MAC) in St.
Anne’s Square. And with beautifully
refurbished venues such as the
Lyric Theatre, Ulster Hall and Ulster
Museum, alongside a dizzying monthly
roster of arts festivals, there’s plenty for
visitors to the city to see and enjoy, first
timers and old friends alike.
This year is also shaping up to be
none too shabby as it is filled with arts,
music, youth and craft festivals month
by month, giving you an excuse for a
night out in the city every week of the
year. Whether it’s comedy, maritime
history, community arts, carnival
parades, bluegrass music, songwriting,
European cinema, contemporary
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dance, the crème de la crème of local
cuisine or avant garde puppetry that’s
your thing, Belfast will have a suite of
festivals to suit your tastes in a host of
state of the art, al fresco or Victorian
venues across the city, so don’t miss
our events section in this guide to get a
few must see dates in your calendar.
Less than an hour from the world
famous Giant’s Causeway and the
Mountains of Mourne, Belfast is a
gateway city to a land of legends
and its only down the road from
the fabulous celebrations that mark
Derry~Londonderry as the UK City
of Culture 2013, so whether you’re
here for the weekend or you have the
opportunity to linger a little longer, a trip
to Belfast this year promises memories
to last a lifetime.
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National Geographic Traveler Magazine named Belfast
as one of its Best of the World Must-See Places for 2012,
describing the city as...

“a capital that
is redefining
itself in the
eyes of the
world.”

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06 History & Heritage

08 Titanic City
14 Art & Culture
16 Big Mac
18 Architecture
21 Literary Belfast
22 Music City
26 Events & Festivals
32 Gastro Delights
34 Shopping
36 Nightlife
38 Sports & Activities
40 Family Fun
42 Tours

The Quarters
44 Titanic Quarter
45 Gaeltacht Quarter
46 Cathedral Quarter
47 Queen’s Quarter

Beyond Belfast
48 Lisburn
49 North Down
50 Newtownabbey
52 Gateway City

Useful Stuff
54 Welcome Centre
55 Travel Tips
56 Accommodation
70 Maps & Access

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Belfast also has a rich musical
heritage, giving birth to the
likes of Van Morrison, Stiff Little
Fingers, and Therapy?, as well
as being the hometown of the
famous McPeake family. The city’s
musical legacy continues to thrive
through a programme of diverse
and popular annual festivals,
the acclaimed Ulster Orchestra,
traditional Irish music sessions as
well as in Belfast’s more modern
music venues.
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Jail House
Rock
Take the tour of nineteenth century
Crumlin Road Gaol and experience
life behind bars, in a Victorian prison.
During its time 17 people were
executed and an estimated 25,000
people were imprisoned. Explore
the underground tunnel linking
the courthouse and the gaol, the
Hanging Cell, the Historic Holding
Cells, Governors Office, C-Wing, the
Hospital and the Graveyard. It’s a must
for history buffs and architecture fans
and those who like the slightly unusual.
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History & Heritage
Belfast has a unique and world famous history and
heritage that is apparent in everything from our music
festivals to our architecture and much more besides.
A city amply supplied with libraries,
museums, universities, cathedrals,
cobbled streets and red brick
Victorian terraces, it’s a must see
destination for history fans.
Origins
Although settlement in the Belfast
area dates back to the Bronze Age,
its status as a major industrial centre
dates back to the 17th century. It was
granted city status by Queen Victoria in
1888, and for a brief period in the early
20th century, Belfast overtook Dublin
as the largest city in Ireland.
There are over 500,000 people living
in the greater Belfast region today, of
many ethnicities and religions, as the
city enters its newest phase as a multi-
cultural, cosmopolitan European city
that still retains the friendliness of a
village and the ease of access of a town.
Industrial Heritage
Some of the industries which allowed
Belfast to flourish in the 19th century,
such as rope making, ship building,
and the artisan production of linen, tea
Libraries, museums,
and lemonade, are still very much in
universities, cathedrals, evidence today.
cobbled streets and red While it’s hard to miss the
brick Victorian terraces. innovative, rapidly developing Titanic
Quarter on the site of one of Belfast’s
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former shipyards, also worth looking
out for is the Linen Quarter, just south
of Belfast City Hall, where the world’s
great linen manufacturers once stood
making the city’s name so synonymous
with linen production Belfast was known
as Linenopolis. Some of the old mills
themselves can still be seen in the north
and west of the city, including Conway
Mill which houses artists’ studios, a
museum, and a holistic healing centre.
Visitors today can experience some of
the artisan industry of modern Belfast
at Lawrence Street Workshops or
College Green Brewery, or sample local
home grown and culinary produce from
across Northern Ireland at St. George’s
Market at the weekends.
Political
Belfast, of course, has a more recent
political history, and there are a variety
of mural tours that you can go on
to see the street art around the city.
However while sections of the peace
wall and some overtly paramilitary
murals do still exist, the murals in
Belfast are increasingly reflecting the
City’s history and culture in keeping
with Northern Ireland’s focus on peace,
modernity and celebration of our
shared future.
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Belfast’s Titanic Quarter is steeped

in the rich history and tradition
of the city’s shipbuilding heritage.
Much of what the Titanic Quarter
stands on is reclaimed land, built
on top of the Belfast harbour where
ships were launched into Belfast
Lough and on out to sea.

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Enjoy a panoramic
eagle’s eye view of the
actual slipways on which
both the Titanic and the
Olympic once rested.

Shipping News
What the media have been saying
about Titanic Belfast:
“Impressive”
Washington Post
“A colossal tribute to Titanic”
Irish Times
“Simply awe-inspiring at each step”
Huffington Post
Her Majesty the Queen visited
Titanic Belfast as part of the 2012
Jubilee celebrations.
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Alongside the Titanic and Olympic
slipways, where these Harland and
Wolff ships were launched, and
Titanic’s impressive Edwardian Dock &
Pumphouse, sit spectacular new high
tech developments for the city: the new
BMC campus, the Northern Ireland
Science Park, and the internationally
acclaimed film studio utilising Harland
& Wolff’s former paint hall, home to the
Games of Thrones film set. The jewel
in the Quarter’s crown, however, is the
state-of-the-art Titanic Belfast building
which represents an architectural
triumph for the city and is the world’s
largest Titanic visitor experience.
Housed in an iconic, 6-floor, 9-gallery
building, the ‘hulls’ of which are the
exact height of Titanic when she sat
on the slipways, Titanic Belfast truly
is an unmissable experience which
brings history to life in an unforgettable
way and is completely unique to
Belfast. Open since March 2012,
it has welcomed a record number
of visitors from all around the world
and has garnered glowing reviews in
international and local press.
It’s not hard to see why: on
entering, visitors will learn about the
thriving industries and exciting design
innovations that led to the creation of
RMS Titanic - the largest and most
luxurious ship in the world before
passing through the original Harland &
Wolff shipyard gates to continue their
journey. Next stop is the Arrol Gantry
- during the second half of 1908, two
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1 Titanic Slipways
2 Ocean Exploration Centre, Titanic
Belfast
3 Harland & Wolff Drawing offices
4 Atrium, Titanic Belfast
5 Kit Sculpture
new giant slipways were built and the
enormous Arrol Gantry was erected to
prepare for the construction of Titanic
and Olympic, the largest ships in the
world. Visitors must ascend a replica
of one of the huge pillars of the Arrol
Gantry to embark on the Shipyard
Ride - an electronic dark ride that
uses special effects, animations and
full-scale reconstructions to recreate
the reality of shipbuilding in the early
1900s. There’s not much time to catch
your breath, as you’re greeted with
a panoramic eagle’s eye view of the
actual slipways on which both the
Titanic and the Olympic once rested.
The window is fitted with state-of-
the-art glass containing electrodes
that switch from the normal view to
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Titanic Memorial Garden
Sited in the grounds of Belfast
City Hall, Thane, Belfast’s
Titanic Memorial was created
by renowned sculptor Thomas
Brock, perhaps better known
for the Imperial Memorial
to Queen Victoria outside
Buckingham Palace. Elegiac
and grand, the statue makes a
fitting centrepiece to a garden
which is also home to a 9
metre long plinth, inscribed
1
with the names of the 1,512
people who died on RMS
Titanic. a superimposed image of the Titanic ‘Titanic Beneath’ is a new and
on the slipways. This extraordinary special engagement with the ship as
recreation offers a unique vision of the visitor has unparalleled access to
how the ship would have appeared Dr. Ballard’s high-definition footage
sitting on the slipway, giving you an from the seabed. Additionally,
intense and authentic perspective. interactive learning pods are available
Then it’s all aboard to experience an to explore the details of his discovery.
eclectic range of exhibits, models, Finally, the Ocean Exploration Centre
interactive databases and elaborate gives visitors interactive engagement
computer generated imagery which with 21st Century technologies,
illustrate the ship’s opulent interior, including live links with Dr. Ballard’s
Public Art including exact replicas of the cabins, exploration vessel Nautilus and marine
There are so many ways to discover and journeys through the dining areas, research departments around the
the Titanic experience throughout the ship’s engine rooms and working world which helps us to understand
Belfast. The Model of Hull at
interiors. Pay tribute to the loss of this how the oceans, seabed and earth’s
Titanic’s Dock & Pumphouse is
a one third size scale model of magnificent ship and the 1,500 men, crust behave. The Ocean Exploration
Titanic’s hull, partially built on the women and children who lost their Centre provides continually updated
Arrol gantry. The giant Kit Sculpture, lives on her tragic maiden voyage, information and images from below the
using scale replicas of Titanic’s experience the aftermath, the inquiries waves and allows unrivalled access to
component parts, recreates and the sensational news reports of the geography, marine biology, sea life,
the legendary liner beside the
the time. A century later and two and marine archaeology and mapping of
Abercorn Basin. Titanic, her sister
ships Olympic and Britannic, and
a half miles below sea level, Titanic coastal areas.
Nomadic are among eight famous sits in her final resting place on the So whether you come for the
Belfast-made ships represented by seabed. After many years of searching, architecture, the history and heritage or
spectacular sculptured Masts that advancements in deep sea exploration the unique visitor experience provided
line the east side of Donegall Place. technology enabled Dr. Robert Ballard, in Titanic Belfast, whether you’re on
The Yardmen sculpture at Pitt Park
an American marine scientist who had a bus tour, walking tour or exploring
in East Belfast pays tribute to the
long been passionate about locating the area by bike, a stop off at Titanic
men who built some of the world’s
most famous ships. this extraordinary vessel, made his Quarter is a highly recommended
landmark discovery in 1985. highlight of any trip to Belfast this year.

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Titanic Tips
Titanic’s Dock & Pump-House
Discover the story behind Belfast’s
maritime magic by taking a tour at the
site of the Thompson Dry-Dock and
Pump-House, once the beating heart of
Harland & Wolff during the construction
of the great White Star Liners. Walk
every square foot of this colossal
and authentic landmark, absorbing
100 years of history with every step.
Descend 44 feet to the bottom of the
dock where Titanic last sat on dry
ground. Enter by the Pump-House and
discover the power house that was the
beating heart of the shipyard.
3 4
SS Nomadic
The 100 year old tender ship which
served Titanic on her maiden voyage,
carrying first and second class
passengers from the port of Cherbourg
to Titanic. Originally built by Harland
and Wolff in 1911, the Nomadic has
been returned to Belfast and is the last
of the White Star line. Over the years,
she has carried such people as John
Jacob Astor, Margaret (Molly) Brown,
Charlie Chaplin, Elizabeth Taylor and
Richard Burton to name but a few, to
such famous ships as Titanic, Oceanic,
Olympic, Caronia, Queen Mary and
Queen Elizabeth. SS Nomadic is
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1 TITANICa exhibition
2 Titanic’s Pumphouse and drydock
3 Crane View Kitchens, T13
4 SS Nomadic
5 Model of Hull
6 Maritime masts, Donegall Place
currently being restored to her former
glory and will open to the public in
Spring 2013 as a fascinating visitor
attraction with an onboard museum,
exhibition and education areas.
TITANICa The Exhibition
Take a trip to the Ulster Folk and
Transport Museum to explore Titanic
and her world in an insightful exhibition.
Discover how local enterprise and skills
were combined to produce vessels of
exceptional quality and design. Find out
about life onboard through fascinating
objects and personal stories that
explore 1912.
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The diversity of entertainment on offer,
productions that can’t be missed and
Arts & spectacles that must be seen to be
believed set our city (which may be
small in size but huge in imagination)
Culture truly apart.
With monthly festivals celebrating
everything from the best of
international music and theatre,
literature, local maritime heritage
and arts festivals geared specifically
towards kids, there has never been a
better time to visit Belfast and enjoy
the rich cultural life that is a vibrant
Belfast is a city full of part of life in the city.
arts and diverse cultures
from carnival parades, Ulster Museum
Indian dancing, Chinese An inspiring piece of modern
New Year celebrations, architecture set in the beautiful
Botanic Gardens, the Ulster Museum
Irish language drama
is the largest museum in Northern
productions, Orange Ireland and is free to visit. Its
parades and events, unparalleled collection of Irish art is
orchestra and opera. well worth seeing.
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Crescent Arts Centre
Renowned for its classes, workshops,
exhibitions and events held throughout
the year, the multi-purpose Crescent
Arts Centre has state of the art dance,
performance, art and photography studios
as well as a café. One of the most iconic
listed buildings in the Queen`s Quarter,
the centre continues to be a hub of
cultural and arts activity in the city.
Lyric Theatre
The Lyric is the only full-time producing
theatre in Northern Ireland and with its
two performance spaces and perennially
full programme, there’s always a
production worth seeing no matter
when you visit. The new theatre with its
breathtaking views of the river Lagan and
its gourmet café make the venue well
worth a visit on its own merits.
Described by the Daily Telegraph’s
architecture critic Ellis Woodman as one
of the “best British buildings built this

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Our city - small
in size but huge
in imagination.
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century”, the stunning £18m building
has won a series of awards for its
architecture in recent months.
Grand Opera House
Since opening its doors in 1895, the
Grand Opera House, designed by prolific
theatrical architect Frank Matcham, has
delivered an unrivalled programme of
entertainment, playing host to some of
the greatest names in theatre and music
and bringing London’s West End into
the heart of Belfast. Having undergone
a striking, extensive renovation in 2006,
with the notable addition of The Baby
Grand - which hosts smaller musical,
dramatic and comedy performances -
the theatre now also has a restaurant
and a bistro café.
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For Kids
Arts and Culture are for kids too
and Belfast makes sure to welcome
its younger visitors with a fantastic
particular highlights, check out the
Belfast Children’s Festival in March
for eight fun-filled days for children
3 up to 14 years and An Draoícht
at Halloween for drama, arts and
crafts, puppet shows, multimedia
workshops and much more. Not
forgetting Cinemagic’s International
Film & Television Festival for Young
People each November.
1 Royal Ulster Academy art exhibition
2 Grand Opera House
3 Culture Night
4 Lyric Theatre
5 Ulster Museum
Late Night Art
Want to pack in as many galleries
and as many new exhibitions as you
possibly can? Visit the city on the
first Thursday of the month to take
the Late Night Art tour when most of
Belfast’s galleries stay open longer
and have new shows just beginning.
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Big MAC
Belfast’s newest stunning
arts venue, The MAC
(Metropolitan Arts Centre),
is at the hub of Cathedral
Quarter, an area humming
with creativity, art and
innovation.

Opened in spring 2012, the MAC is

home to music, theatre, dance and
visual art, bringing you the very best
of local and international talent under
one roof. Whether or not you have
the opportunity to take in a show, the 1

MAC is well worth visiting to take in

all kinds of exhibitions, experimental
works, a café & bar as well as endless
goings-on. A particular highlight is The
Permanent Present artwork by Mark
Garry, a graceful spectrum of light
made up of hundreds of lines of colour
that travels through the atrium space,
symbolising the hopes, aspirations and
ambitions of young people in the city.
An architectural triumph for
Belfast, the MAC was designed as the
culmination of an International Open
Design Competition with Royal Institute
of British Architects which received
responses from all around the world.
Open seven days a week and Feeling 2

home to several gallery spaces,

including the dramatic Tall Gallery
and the atmospheric Sunken Gallery,
the MAC also has a dedicated MAC
Navigators team to help visitors
find their way around. The MAC is
very family friendly, with plenty of
workshops, shows and performances
to appeal to younger visitors.
Peckish
Canteen at the MAC is open on
the ground floor 7 days a week,
until late. Call in for breakfast,
lunch, afternoon tea, pre-show
dinner or post-show light bites.
Or even just a drink. 1 The MAC, St Anne’s Square
2 The Permanent Present installation

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elegant facades
and a vibrant
juxtaposition of
architectural styles.

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Architecture
From the modern glass edifices
along the waterfront to the redbrick
late Victorian St. George’s Market, or
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the superb copper-domed City Hall
to An Chultúrlann, a dynamic Irish
language arts hub housed in an old
Presbyterian Church in the heart
of Belfast’s Gaeltacht Quarter, our
cityscape is full of impressive skylines,
elegant facades and a vibrant
juxtaposition of architectural styles.

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City Hall
Full of oil paintings, stained glass,
marble floors and chandeliers this
Edwardian landmark Belfast building,
designed by Alfred Brumwell Thomas,
is sumptuous both inside and out. City
Hall can be enjoyed from the lawns
outside - a popular meeting spot or al
fresco lunch location in the city centre -
or thoroughly discovered via a free
guided tour which takes in the Council
Chambers and Great Room.
Belfast Waterfront
Belfast’s stunning concert hall and
conference centre is a striking
architectural addition to the city’s
riverfront. Inside the glass-fronted
three-storey building are two bar areas,
a gift shop, several coffee spots and
the Arc Brasserie. The spacious foyer
also holds regular free art exhibitions.
Merchant Hotel
Take off your walking boots and get
your stilettos on as architecture goes
upmarket in this former bank building,
dating from 1860. Now home to a
luxury upmarket hotel and very chic
entertainment complex of bars and
restaurants, the outdoor terrace at
the Cloth Ear bar is the best place in
Belfast to contemplate a building and a
Bellini at the same time.
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The built landscape is there to
be explored so get ready for
Queen’s University Belfast
an urban adventure.
One of the great architectural set
pieces of Belfast, Queen’s University’s
PLACE aim to create an
Lanyon Building is instantly
architectural environment
recognisable with its imposing
of exceptional quality for all,
front façade. The original building,
curate a public programme of
completed in 1849, is named after
events, walking tours, children’s
its architect Sir Charles Lanyon, and
workshops and exhibitions, giving
conceals a quiet, restful quadrangle.
visitors the chance to get a new
The university campus contains
perspective on the city. Check
hundreds of buildings, of which over
out what’s on: placeni.org
100 are now listed as being of special
architectural and historic merit.
European Heritage Open Days
in September are a once a year
Titanic Belfast
chance to discover Belfast’s
Iconic in design, home to a world-
hidden architectural treasures
class visitor attraction and situated
and enjoy a wide range of tours
in the heart of the city’s most rapidly
and events that bring our history
developing areas, Titanic Belfast
and culture to life.
opened its doors in March 2012
and ushers in a new era in inspired
Belfast’s Crown Bar is the only
architecture in the city inspired by our
pub in the UK owned by the
maritime heritage.
National Trust, so if the ornate
panels originally made for
Ulster Museum
Britannic, the sister ship of the
A hybrid of distinctive architectural
Titanic, aren’t enough to tempt
styles, the Ulster Museum incorporates
you in the door, the perfect pints
a traditional 1929 building designed
of Guinness might do the job!
by James Cumming Wynne and a very
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distinctive 1960s modernist extension
designed by Francis Pym alongside a 1 Belfast Waterfront
completely refurbished, visitor-friendly 2 Belfast City Hall
interior which was completed in 2009. 3 Queen’s University Belfast
4 Titanic Belfast
5 Merchant Hotel
6 Ulster Museum
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Literary
Belfast
There are few better ways
to get to know a city than
through its writers and
if you haven’t had the
chance to check out some
of Belfast’s famous literary
luminaries then what
better time than while Get to know
you’re actually in the city the city through
that they write about. its writers. 1

Take a tour of the literary city, starting at the

Crown Bar and ending at the John Hewitt on Donegall
Street or follow in the footsteps of C.S. Lewis,
one of Belfast’s most celebrated authors, visiting
locations associated with Lewis and his family,
where you can find out all about the background to
his life and work. To book tickets for either tour, call
the Belfast Welcome Centre on 028 9024 6609.
We make it easy for those on the move with
the Literary Belfast iPhone App in which your video
guides are an astonishing showcase of local literary
talent: Seamus Heaney, Michael Longley, Marie
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MacLaverty, among others. Walk with them as they
take you to their favourite parts of Belfast, share
their stories and read from their work - you’ll be
surprised at the hidden treasures you uncover on Only in literary
your way.
And finally, true devotees of the written word
Belfast... Belfast.org
can you see the Log on to the website for
will revel in the chance to explore our specialist
inspiration for Narnia and events listings, as well as
book shops, enjoy poetry readings, local theatre Gulliver’s Travels, get the full details of literary venues,
performances and should make time to visit some local lowdown on literary writing workshops, festivals,
of the city’s libraries - the Linen Hall Library founded giants like Brian Moore comprehensive interactive
in 1788 is the last subscribing library in Ireland and and Seamus Heaney and exhibitions and exclusive audio
enjoy some of Europe’s and video material.
revered poet Philip Larkin worked as a librarian finest arts festivals in
at Queens University and wrote some of his best the city which taught the 1 Linen Hall Library
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In Belfast the streets, pubs,
entries, concert arenas and
Victorian music halls are alive
with the sound of music.
Whether you’re lo-fi or hi-fidelity, rockabilly or grime,
jazz or folk, open air or orchestral, the city resonates
to an ever-changing soundtrack of live music and
you’re guaranteed to find something musical to
enjoy on your visit here, whether it be a great vintage
record fair to browse, a standing room only gig to
attend or a classical evening at the opera.

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1 Snow Patrol concert at City Hall
2 Oh Yeah Centre
3 Chillifest, Custom House Square
4 Duke of York traditional music
5 Ulster Orchestra, Proms in the Park
6 Mark Ronson, MTV Belfast
7 Berts Jazz Bar
8 Belfast Mela
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Only in
Belfast...
can you check out the inspiration for
Van Morrison’s songs, enjoy concerts
in the atmospheric venues where Led
Zeppelin’s Stairway to Heaven and
Luciano Pavarotti debuted and sample
a buzzing music scene with everything
from traditional Irish and the latest indie
hits to major pop concerts.
Outdoor gigs, packed
houses, intimate
backroom acoustic
sets and beautiful
concert halls.
Belfast has been the birthplace,
spiritual home, inspiration and venue
extraordinaire for musicians past and
present in every genre, all around the
world. 1950’s chart-storming songstress
Ruby Murray was born and raised on
the City’s Donegall Road, while iconic
blues rock guitarist Gary Moore was
from east Belfast. The city has also
been memorialised in song down the

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decades, from recent pop hits such as
Snow Patrol’s ‘Take Back the City’ to
classic punk anthem ‘Alternative Ulster’
by Stiff Little Fingers.
Belfast’s musical legacy is still alive
and kicking today, with a stellar line up
of international acts and up and coming
local talent playing at venues across
the city on a nightly basis. Belfast is
also a city of festivals, from Out to
Lunch in January, Feile an Earraigh in
March, Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival
in May, Belsonic in August and the
Ulster Bank Belfast Festival at Queens
in October to name just a few. Belfast’s
festivals have welcomed the likes of
Foo Fighters, Florence + The Machine,
Paramore, You Me At Six, Tom Jones,
David Guetta, Ladysmith Black
Mambazo, Ray Davies and Orquesta
Buena Vista Social Club, Laura Marling,
Fleet Foxes, Warpaint, John Grant,
Hope Sandoval, Damien Dempsey
and Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, over the
last couple of years in outdoor gigs,
packed houses, intimate backroom
acoustic sets and beautiful concert halls.
Proving that the Belfast is truly a
music city, MTV has hosted two major
events here recently, bringing the mighty
European Music Awards to the Odyssey
Arena in 2011 and staging a massive
gig on the Titanic Slipways in 2012.
The city has plenty of venues worth
seeing in their own right, from the
majestic Ulster Hall and the elegant
Belfast Waterfront with its state-of-
the-art auditorium, to The Empire,
a glam rock music hall in a former
church on Botanic Avenue. Other
highlights include traditional sessions
in the Duke of York in the City’s
Cathedral Quarter, a pub filled with old
printers’ paraphernalia or jazz in the
sumptuously decadent Bert’s Jazz Bar
at the Merchant Hotel.
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In Tune
Belfast Music Tour
To really get to the history behind
the City’s musical legacy, don’t
miss out on the Belfast Music Tour
which will take you onto the streets
and behind the scenes of Belfast’s
stars, songs and stories.
Traditional Sessions
On any given night in Belfast
you can find open mic, karaoke,
classical recitals and rock, pop
and jazz concerts, but the city also
holds true to its musical roots with
a wide variety of traditional music
sessions across the city where
you’ll find chat, cheer and ‘craic
agus ceol’ aplenty. Some of the
best venues to take in some trad
include: Hatfield House in the south
of the city, Robinson’s Saloon Bar
on Great Victoria Street, Cultúrlann
in the Gaeltacht Quarter, the John
Hewitt in Cathedral Quarter and the
Fountain Bar in the city centre.
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Events &
Festivals Belfast is filled with colour by day and
lit up by night through our world-class
programme of annual festivals.

No matter what time of the year you visit the city,

your trip is bound to coincide with one of Belfast’s
many festivals giving you the chance to experience
everything from world music, European theatre
productions, international cuisine, traditional sessions
and contemporary dance. Celebrate Chinese New
Year, Diwali or St. Patrick’s Day in Belfast and see how
diverse, vibrant and lively the city really is.

Only in
Belfast...
can you celebrate Titanic in the city of
her birth, experience an Orangefest and
Europe’s largest community festival
Feilé an Phobail, enjoy a songwriters
fest honouring our links with sister city
Nashville, and experience a festival just
for children and lots, lots more.

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There’s always something
happening in Belfast. The
following pages are just an
overview of the major events
and festivals throughout the
year. For more information
go online and discover
Belfast’s character.
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January
Out to Lunch Festival
Out to Lunch will be serving
a new & expanded ‘menu’ to
residents, workers & visitors
aimed to blow away those
January blues & bring arts into
the centre of the city.
February
Belfast Nashville
Songwriters Festival
A scintillating jam-packed 5-day
festival featuring the very best in
song writing & performing.
Chinese New Year Celebrations
Experience Chinese culture &
celebrate the beginning of the
Year of the Snake with traditional
Chinese performances & cuisine.
International Festival of
Chamber Music
The Belfast Music Society, the
longest-standing promoter of
international chamber music &
musicians in N.I. brings a festival
of world-class music & musicians
to audiences in Belfast.
A Celebration of Women
Belfast will celebrate women
through the ages with a series of
special events.
February Race Day
Enjoy an exciting day out at the
Down Royal Racecourse.
March
St Patrick’s Day Parade
& Concert
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a
carnival through the city & a free
concert featuring a mix of pop &
traditional music - an event for all
the family!
BELFEST 400...Come On In
To celebrate the 400th
anniversary of the Charter which
established Belfast as a civic
entity, Belfast City Hall will host a
variety of family friendly events.
Belfast Fashion Week
For the ultimate in high street
fashion & designer luxury, Belfast
Fashion Week is back with new
Spring/ Summer collections.
Belfast Children’s Festival
The family festival returns with
an exciting programme of events
including theatre, music, dance,
visual art & literature.
Féile an Earraigh
The festival that offers music,
culture & arts in abundance.
Belfast Jazz Weekend
Moving on Music brings you
showcase performances from global
stars & local talent, using the city’s
distinctive character as a stage to
entertain & engage audiences.
St Patrick’s Day Race Meeting
Celebrate St Patrick’s Day with
a great day out at Down Royal
Racecourse.
Circuit of Ireland Rally
Lisburn will again play host to the
second oldest rally in the world.
This is a family friendly event with a
fun fair, food, music & much more.
April
Belfast Spring Fair
A wide range of activities for all
including a floral display, face
painting & other entertainment for
children.
Festival of Colours
Holi is the celebration of the
coming of Spring. The festival
treats everyone equally, whereby
visitors are drenched in different
colours to lose their identity &
become one. The colour frenzy
of oranges, reds, greens, blues,
purples & blacks soon wash away
any uncertainty & serves to bring
the community closer together.

Festival of Speed
Held once again at Maze/Long
Kesh (Lisburn), a Rally Super
Special will be staged that
includes cars racing up & over
the concrete bridge. In addition
to this, there will be a variety of
rally cars, off road displays, auto
tests, motocross, safety demos,
stunt shows & a carnival.
Easter Parade, Bangor
Celebrate Easter with a spectacular
parade & lots of family fun.
May
Belfast Titanic Maritime Festival
The festival returns this year with
more superb maritime themed
family fun.
Deep RiverRock Belfast
City Marathon
Marathon, wheelchair race, team
relay, fun run and walk. All events
will start at Belfast City Hall &
finish in Ormeau Park.
Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival
Featuring readings, live music &
performances; CQAF brings the
streets to life with cultural revelry
all day & into the wee hours!
Belfast Continental Market
Once again the City Hall grounds
will come alive with dozens of
market stalls offering a stunning
range of goods from across
Europe & beyond.
Belfast Film Festival
Belfast Film Festival will take
place across the city including
a series of premiere screenings;
film fans get ready for a veritable
feast of films!
Festival of Fools
This year’s festival is not to be
missed, bringing international
performers to the streets of Belfast.
Balmoral Show
At its new home in Balmoral
Park, Maze (just outside Lisburn),
the Show has something for
everyone from livestock, show
jumping, crazy clowns & over
400 trade stalls.
Airtricity Garden Festival
Located within the grounds of
Hillsborough Castle, the Garden
Festival returns for three days of
horticulture at it’s finest.
Daily Mirror May Day Meeting
Enjoy some May Day racing at
Down Royal Racecourse.
National Countrysports
Fair
The fair held in Moira, outside
Lisburn has something for all the
family with a showcase of
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country sports & family friendly
entertainment.
Lisburn Mayor’s Carnival
Parade & Family Fun Day
Join the crowds at Lisburn’s
largest, free civic event when the
streets become alive with a host of
international acts, floats, performers
& community participants.
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Race Evening
Down Royal Racecourse
presents an evening of fast
paced horse racing.
May Day Festival, Holywood
Enjoy the Bank Holiday with
traditional May Day fun for all the
family, including May Pole dancing.
Ballyclare May Fair
This picturesque market town
will be a hive of activity with the
traditional horse fair, continental
market, fun fair, craft stalls & live
stage performances.
June
Lord Mayor’s Parade, Belfast
The streets will come to life
with African beats, Chinese
dragons, Bollywood grooves,
Polish arts & the best of local
culture & heritage in a true fusion
of cultures.
Belfast Book Festival
The Festival will feature such
varied delights as crime writers
from across Ireland, new writing
prizes, poetry slams, sports,
politics & more.
Summer Festival of Racing
Over 2 days of racing, 15,000
people will visit the racecourse
to witness the action & soak
up the atmosphere of one of
the biggest highlights in the N.I
social & sporting calendar at
Down Royal Racecourse.
Lisburn Half Marathon,
10K & Fun Run
The annual event which
attracts in the region of
6,000 participants is unique
as it presents a challenge to
serious runners combined
with thousands of fun runners
enjoying the experience of
competing the course.
Bangor 400 Celebrations
A programme of events to
celebrate the 400th anniversary
of Bangor.
Uptown Hoedown -
Country & Western Festival
The premier Country & Western
Festival in N.I returns to
Glengormley.
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Rose Week
An event for all the family
with competitions in the Rose
Garden, music, children’s
entertainment & much more.
OrangeFest
This year’s 12th of July
celebrations bring you
‘Orangefest’, a family friendly
pageant open to all.
Belfast Pride
Pride Week is designed to
celebrate diverse sexual &
gender identities, histories,
cultures, politics, families & lives.
5th Great Northern Irish Beer
& Cider Festival
Celebrate handcrafted beers &
ciders sourced & brewed
exclusively in N.I while enjoying
the sounds of live music from
local acts.
Magners Race Evening
This summer evening of nail
biting horse racing returns to
Down Royal Racecourse.
Lisburn’s Children
Summer Festival
Magical fun for children of all
ages with a free interactive
children’s art exhibition & anytime
Arts Zone designed to keep your
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little ones happy no matter the
weather! Runs July & August.
North Down Pipe Band
Championships, Bangor
Listen to the sounds of the
pipes & drums from a variety of
pipe bands.
Music & Fireworks,
Groomsport
The popular annual event
returns with a day of musical
entertainment, finished off with a
spectacular firework display.
August
World Police & Fire Games
The third largest multi sports
competition comes to Belfast
with 10,000 competitors from 70
countries taking part in 66 sports
at 41 venues across N.I.
Belfast Mela
Mela in Indian means gathering.
This event is an anthology of
traditions, art, colours, music,
dance & enjoyment.
Belsonic
Belsonic returns to Custom
House Square with another
amazing line-up.
August Féile
Concerts, debates, tours,
exhibitions, drama & street
theatre at various venues in West
Belfast with International acts
playing alongside Irish talent.
Féile An Droichead
The annual community festival
returns with traditional music,
exhibitions, Irish language events
& more.
Belfast City Blues Festival
Belfast City Blues Festival will give array of bands, fun activities & a
musicians a stage to express &
expose their talents along side
the international stars performing
at the festival.
Ulster Grand Prix Bike Week
The Ulster Grand Prix attracts
thousands of spectators to the
fastest road racing circuit in
the world at Dundrod.
Hilden Beer Festival
Great live entertainment & a
fantastic range of world beers,
set in the unique surroundings of
Hilden Brewery, Lisburn.
Sunflowerfest
Great music bonds with the
countryside in this alternative festival.
Bank Holiday Race Evening
Celebrate the end of the summer
& the Bank Holiday with more
exhilarating horse racing at Down
Royal Racecourse.
Clandeboye Festival
Barry Douglas has created
a wonderful programme for
this year’s summer festival
featuring Camerata Ireland,
international guest musicians,
free masterclasses & the chance
to see emerging talent.
Newtownabbey
Shoreline Festival
‘Rock on the Lough’ with an
fireworks extravaganza.
September
Arthur’s Day
Pay tribute to the remarkable
legacy of Arthur Guinness with
a variety of performances from
both International & local acts.
Autumn Fair
A weekend of family fun set in
Botanic Gardens, including live
music, award winning blooms,
local produce & children’s
entertainment.
Culture Night
Culture Night returns for another
evening filled with music, theatre,
dance, exhibitions & more.
East Belfast Arts Festival
Now in it’s second year, the
festival returns with music,

theatre, exhibitions, film,
literature & much more.
European Heritage
Open Days
A unique opportunity to visit
some of N.I’s most interesting
buildings which are not normally
open to the public.
Hillsborough International
Oyster Festival
Set in the picturesque Georgian
Village of Hillsborough. Enjoy
the World Oyster Eating
Championships as well as a
family fun day, live entertainment
& competitions throughout the
village during the festival.
Victoria Square Race Day
The most fashionable date in the
horse racing calendar at Down
Royal Racecourse.
Stena Line Triathlon
The test of endurance returns
to Newtownabbey. Watch as
competitors battle it out to reach
the finish line.
October
Belfast Restaurant Week
The week long event showcases
city wide restaurants & the
best dishes their kitchens can
provide.
Ulster Bank Belfast
Festival at Queens
The festival promises another
extravaganza of music, drama,
theatre, talks, film, dance &
comedy.
Belfast Fashion Week
For the ultimate in high street
fashion & designer luxury, Belfast
Fashion Week is back with new
Autumn/ Winter collections.
Halloween Celebrations
Celebrate Halloween with a host
of spooky events taking place
throughout Greater Belfast.
An Draíocht
A magical event packed full of
activities for children & young
people with drama, arts & crafts,
puppet shows, multi-media
workshops & much more!
Ballyclare Autumnfest
With plenty of family friendly
activities & entertainment, this
is an autumnal treat not to be
missed & perfect for keeping the
kids happy over the mid-term
break.
November
Belfast Music Week
Belfast Music Week is the annual
celebration of a great musical
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city, with over 200 events taking
place across the city.
The Coca-Cola Cinemagic
International Film & Television
Festival for Young People
The International film & television
festival for young people returns
to Belfast with an exciting
programme of events.
Diwali & Samhain
Celebrate the Hindu ‘Festival
of Light’ & the Celtic Harvest
Festival.
Belfast Beer & Cider Festival
With over 100 beers & ciders
available in a range of styles,
come along to the biggest bar
in Ireland, with traditional pub
games & live music.
Christmas
Continental Market
Enjoy the wonderful continental
food & delightful aromas. This
has become one of Belfast’s real
Christmas treats!
Christmas Lights Switch On
Watch Greater Belfast light up
when the Christmas Lights get
switched on at Belfast City Hall
and other venues across Greater
Belfast, Lisburn, Newtownabbey
& North Down.
Lady Boys of Bangkok
The fabulous Lady Boys will
return to Belfast in spectacular
style with their much loved
cabaret show.
Northern Lights Mini Fest
Belfast Music Society presents
a series of concerts to promote
N.I’s bright young stars in
chamber music.
NI Festival of Racing
The sport of Kings in all its glory
& pageantry spread over an
exciting & memorable 2 days at
Down Royal Racecourse.
December
Christmas in Belfast
Lots of festive fun awaits
with pantomimes, Christmas
concerts, special childrens
events & much more across
Greater Belfast.
St George’s
Christmas Fair & Market
Don’t miss St. George’s
Christmas Market for seasonal
fayre & a wide range of gourmet
foods & festive crafts.
Boxing Day Race Meeting
Boxing Day racing at Down
Royal is a must for locals &
visitors alike.
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Gastro
Delights
Belfast is perfect for
foodies and we’ve got
everything you need to
discover your very own
gourmet Garden of Eden
from artisan bakeries, to
traditional apple pies and
garden parties galore
throughout the summer
months.
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2 Made in Belfast, Cathedral Quarter
3 Titanic menu at Rayanne House
4 Bert’s Sunday brunch
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Northern Ireland is justifiably proud
of its agricultural traditions and the
heritage cuisine the region is famed
for, from its cheeses to organic
meats, apple orchards and exquisite
chocolatiers. Whatever your taste in
tipple, the region has it covered, from
locally brewed stouts and ale to award
winning whiskey or a much coveted
cup of tea from connoisseur’s choice
Suki Tea. These all make fantastic
souvenirs so don’t miss the chance to
sample a huge range of local produce
under one roof at the lively, colourful St.
George’s Market on Fridays, Saturdays
and Sundays.
The finest in local cuisine can be
experienced in style at Deanes on
Howard Street, The Great Room
in the Merchant Hotel and Nick’s
Warehouse in the Cathedral Quarter,
James Street South off Bedford
Street, Shu on the Lisburn Road and
Cayenne on Shaftesbury Square. Other
fantastic local eateries with a more
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informal feel include famed seafood
establishment the Mourne Seafood Bar,
the John Hewitt and Cafe Vaudeville.
The city’s diverse cultural traditions
are showcased in our restaurants,
with the very best of Chinese, Indian,
Bangladeshi, Italian and Japanese food
all well represented, so there’s plenty to
choose from.
Belfast also has a café culture which
buzzes with more than just over-exposure
to caffeine. Some of the best places for
a coffee, snack, a bit of people watching
and the occasional singer songwriter
night include the Black Box Café in
the Cathedral Quarter and Common
Grounds in the Queen’s Quarter.
One establishment in particular has
had an absolutely stellar year. Shu,
situated on Belfast’s fashionable Lisburn
Road, cleaned up at the National
Restaurant Awards 2012, earning
a coveted place on the top 100 UK
restaurant list and scoring the award for
best restaurant in Northern Ireland.

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Only in
Belfast...
can you enjoy Ireland’s oldest
covered food market, the award-
winning St George’s Market, not
to mention one of the liveliest and
best value eating scenes in the UK
or Ireland. You can also discover
delicious Northern Irish breads
like soda and potato, and gourmet
chocolates in the city where Hans
Sloane was educated.
Seafood Sensation
Belfast, being a port city, has long had a
love affair with seafood which continues
to be reflected in the city’s finest culinary
establishments today. Whether you treat
yourself to dinner at Mourne Seafood Bar,
Tedfords, Deanes Seafood Bar, Cutter’s
Wharf, Salty Dog Bistro or Sonoma, it’s
difficult to escape the culinary inspiration
of the city’s watery surroundings.
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Cordon Bleu
Check out acclaimed chefs like
Paul Rankin (Cayenne), Jason
More (Coco) and Michael Deane
(Deanes) and Great British Menu
winners, Niall McKenna (James
Street South) and Chris Fearon
(Deanes at Queen’s).
Picnics &
Pop-ups
Belfast’s a great spot for al fresco
dining, so go DIY with a posh
picnic made up with treats from St.
George’s Market or Sawers Deli
and grab a spot outside City Hall
or Botanic Gardens. The city hosts
supper clubs and pop up restaurant
events throughout the year. There’s
also al fresco foodie events such
as the Autumn Fair, the Continental
Markets in the grounds of Belfast City
Hall, and ChilliFest.
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Shopping
Shopping in Belfast is
a dream come true
for savvy shoppers,
fashionistas and foodies Whether it’s high fashion or the high
alike, with a huge variety seas you need kitted out for, antiquarian
of independent retailers, books, ostrich fillets, exquisite jewellery
speciality emporiums, or a unique piece of pottery, you’re
sure to find what you are looking for in
high street chains, one of the City’s shopping districts.
exclusive boutiques and Find literally everything you could
traditional markets. ever need under one roof in Victoria
Square, home to House of Fraser and
many other stores from lingerie to
frozen yogurt. Visit CastleCourt for all
the leading high street stores or pop
in to some of Belfast’s beautiful craft
shops, from Utopia for gorgeous gifts,
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Space CRAFT for unique Belfast design
to the Irish Linen and Gift Centre or The
Wicker Man for traditional crafts that
make special souvenirs to take home.
Compact in size, perhaps, but
uncompromising in choice Belfast offers
the most sophisticated of shoppers the
ultimate luxury retail experience along
the Lisburn Road. Dotted with cafes,
salons, wine bars and its own leafy
oasis of tranquillity in Drumglass Park,
this lengthy boulevard houses Arcadia,
an award winning deli, alongside
designer fashion, art galleries, party

frocks, tailored suits and glitzy jewellery
as far as the eye can see.
Meanwhile, in the city centre,
vintage stores and specialist retailers
from Miss Moran’s Tobacco Shop to
Joseph Braddell & Sons field sports
emporium sit alongside independent
record shops, second hand book
treasure troves and a wealth of high
street chains and department stores.
There’s sportwear galore at SS Moore’s,
stunning designer homeware and
gifts at Equinox and beautifully crafted
jewellery at Steenson’s and Lunn’s.
It’s Vintage!
Being an old Victorian city it’s
hardly surprising that Belfast is
a treasure trove of one of a kind
antiques and upcycled goods.
Check-out the Saturday Food
and Craft Market at St. George’s
Market where you can pick up
some lovingly upcycled glass,
vintage records and old framed
posters. And make sure you’re
in the city for a monthly Fashion
Souk, an event which makes it
easy to be gorgeous and green,
with collections including locally
designed, upcycled and previously
loved clothes, accessories,
revamped vintage furniture and
soft furnishings.
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Feeling Crafty
For stitching, knitting and jewellery
making devotees Belfast has
plenty of boutiques specialising in
the best in local design and craft
as well as all you need to make
your own. For a retro twist on
craft, don’t miss The Corium, the
city’s first kitsch emporium where
you will find everything from quirky
and quaint homeware to original
Belfast themed tees, handmade
cards, jewellery and shabby chic
cushions.
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2 Continental Market at City Hall
3 Shoe time
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Night
Life
There’s plenty of reasons
to get out and about when
the sun goes down, from
theatre to restaurants, gigs
to poetry readings, pubs to
clubs, traditional sessions
to stand up comedy.
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One of Belfast’s most popular areas for
evening entertainment is the Cathedral
Quarter in the city centre, where you’ll
find everything from live music to late
night art, classy cocktails, smoky jazz
and bluegrass sounds, gourmet cuisine
to tapas on the go.
Another unmissable stop off on
your night out in Belfast is from the
city centre up to the university area in
Queens Quarter. Lined with nightclubs,
restaurants, cafes and cinemas,
including the Empire Music Hall for live
gigs and stand up comedy, this area
continues to attract people from miles
around in search of a great night out.
Meanwhile, the Odyssey complex
offers cutting edge music and night
clubs, restaurants, family entertainment
and the Odyssey Arena which attracts
world class acts from around the world.
Or why not wander a bit further from the
beaten trail, and take in some craic and
culture up in An Chultúrlann in the heart
of West Belfast’s Gaeltacht Quarter.
Belfast has everything you need in the
way of evening entertainment, whether
it’s ground breaking golf simulators,
karaoke, a lively gay scene or classical
concerts in the grand surroundings of
the Ulster Hall.
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2 Traditional music session
3 Burlesque at the Caberet Club
4 Ulster Orchestra at Belfast Waterfront
5 Laugh at the Bank comedy festival
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Your Round or Mine?

Mixology: Book in for a
cocktail masterclass at the
Fitzwilliam Hotel or sample
a Seven Summit Sunrise in
Love and Death, a Sherry
Cobbler at the Bar in The
Merchant or kick things
off with a Breakfast Martini
in The Apartment - the
choice is yours!
Staying Snug: Find a seat
in a traditional snug and
soak up the atmosphere.
Some of our favourites
include The Crown on
Great Victoria Street,
Bittles Bar on Upper
Church Lane and Whites
Tavern in Winecellar Entry.
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World Police
& Fire Games
Belfast will host the World
Police & Fire Games from 1-10
August 2013. The city will
welcome approximately 10,000
1
competitors from around 70
countries, which will include
approximately 66 sports at 41
venues across Northern Ireland.

Sport &
Activities
Belfast offers many different
opportunities to stay active from
zumba to ballroom dancing,
hillwalking to golf, watersports to
mountain biking. Adventure Sports Golf
Inject some adrenaline into your Visiting Northern Ireland to
city break with some high octane walk the hallowed ground of
Whether you enjoy a night at the dog track, a Belfast
adventure sports. Whether you’re golfing giants Rory McIlroy,
Giant’s Ice hockey game, a soccer match or fancy
jumping off cliffs with Clearsky Darren Clarke and Graeme
checking out a fast-paced gaelic football or hurling Adventure Centre, trying Todd’s McDowell? Then tee off in
match, Belfast is a great city for sports fans, with ample Leap’s Drop Zone (first purpose Belfast! Boasting fourteen
opportunities for spectating. built recreational freefall stunt courses and golf centres within
Prefer life on two wheels rather than two feet? Belfast jumping facility in Europe), karting the City’s boundary, Belfast is a
is very bike friendly, with riverside cycle paths, easy to at Eddie Irvine Sports, BMX-ing golfer’s paradise. Close by are
arrange bike hire and bike tours starting at both Queens at t13 Urban Sports Academy, the stunning 18 hole parkland
and Cathedral Quarters. Up for a challenge? Sign up to practicing your Parkour at courses of Royal Belfast,
the annual Belfast City Marathon and take to the streets Bridges Urban Sports Park, Shandon, Malone and Belvoir
experiencing the dizzy heights of Park Golf Clubs. The famous
with over 20,000 participants from all around the world.
Ireland’s only Tree Top High Wire links courses of Royal County
Or see the city from on high, with a walk up Black
Adventure Course at The Jungle Down and Royal Portrush are
Mountain or the iconic Cave Hill, stopping to enjoy or letting it rip with some airsoft only an hours drive away.
not just the views but the ancient standing stones, action at Trigger Happy Fun,
cairns and mysterious earth rings that form part of the there’s nowhere quite like Belfast
dramatic backdrop to the city. Tours, routes and further for a bit of action to whet your 1 Belfast Giant’s Ice Hockey
information available from the Belfast Hills Partnership. appetite. 2 Belfast City Marathon

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Family Fun
Belfast is a great holiday destination
for those with more than luggage in
tow! There’s plenty of entertaining
attractions for the young (and the
young at heart) around the city.
Belfast’s Odyssey Pavilion is sure to be
a highlight for the younger visitor, with
a bowling alley, gaming area, multiplex
cinema, W5 interactive science
museum, Belfast Giants Ice Hockey
matches, hamburgers and ice cream...
all under one roof!
Sample the sweet treats at the city’s
very own Aunt Sandra’s Candy Factory
where seeing is believing as you can
watch the sweets being made! Plus,
adults and kids alike can learn about
the city’s maritime heritage as The
Belfast Barge and Titanic Belfast are
both family-friendly.
Ascend the City’s Cave Hill for
activities from tots to teens in Cave
Hill Adventurous Playground, with its
cradle swings, slides, spring rockers,
spectacular space net and aerial runway,
or go really wild at Belfast Zoo with
spectacular wildlife, fun feeding times
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and trails to follow, as well as panoramic
views across Belfast. Or get up close
and cuddling with Streamvale Farm’s
little animals. There’s tasty milkshakes,
traybakes and lunches to enjoy too.
Or if prehistoric beasts are of more
interest to your young dinosaur hunter,
head over to the Ulster Museum in
Queen’s Quarter, with its interactive
learning zones full of great activities to
keep the kids happy and its stylish café
for mums and dads to re-fuel!
Venture out of the city to enjoy a
wealth of National Trust properties
with glorious gardens to explore and
plenty of family events during the year.
Make a splash at Bangor’s Pickie
Fun Park, Lisburn’s Lagan Valley
LeisurePlex or the Valley Leisure Centre
in Newtownabbey, or they can get their
skates on at Dundonald Ice Bowl. Visit
the Ulster Folk and Transport Museum,
2
which has one of the best rail galleries
in Europe and which allows visitors to
experience what life would have been
like 100 years ago in its outdoor folk
museum.
But for the authentic rail experience
take a steam train excursion. All little
train conductors will relish the chance
to get onboard. See the Railway
Preservation Society of Ireland website
to find out more.
Family event highlights include St
Patrick’s Carnival Parade, Belfast’s
Children’s Festival in March, Orangefest in
July, the Metro Monster Mash Halloween
spectacular in October and the Christmas
Lights switch-on in November.
1 Interactive fun at Titanic Belfast
2 Belfast Titanic Maritime festival
3 Ulster Museum
4 Belfast Zoo
ODYSSEY - IRELAND’S PREMIER VISITOR ATTRACTION
WHOWHATWHEREWHENWHY - W5
Ireland’s award-winning science and discovery centre at Odyssey in Belfast. With nearly 200 amazing
Interactive exhibits in four incredible exhibition areas - START, GO, SEE and DO, W5 provides a
unique experience as well fantastic fun for visitors of all ages.
Telephone 028 9046 7700 - www.w5online.co.uk

THE PAVILION - “LET US ENTERTAIN YOU!”

The Odyssey Pavilion is N Ireland’s biggest family entertainment and leisure destination open day and
night. The complex features a 12 screen full digital multiplex cinema with VIP facilities, a wide range of
family focused restaurants, the very latest ten pin bowling experience with café & bar, The Giants ice
hockey Retail store and the very best in nightclub entertainment with Box and Beach along with other
exclusive themed bars. Come and join us for a great varied family & friends fun day & night out and all
under one roof!
Telephone 028 9045 8806 - www.odysseypavilion.co.uk
ODYSSEY ARENA
A first class venue that puts Northern Ireland on the international map for major league sports and
live entertainment. The Arena has hosted concerts by Elton John, Oasis, Rihanna and the 2011 MTV
EMA’s. Disney on Ice, Indoor Supercross, and the World Amateur Boxing Championships.
The Arena is also home to the Elite League Ice Hockey Team, the Stena Line Belfast Giants.
Telephone 028 9076 6000 - www.odysseyarena.com
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Tours
On the bus, on your
bike, in a taxi, on a
boat, or with your
walking shoes on,
there’s no better way
to experience a city
than by getting out and
about to explore.
1 Black Mountain day tour
2 Culinary Belfast Bred Tour
3 Belfast bike tour
4 Historical Pub Walking Tour
5 Susie Millar’s Titanic tour
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And if you want to fit it all into an
afternoon, see behind the scenes,
discover the history or find a few sights
off the tourist trail, then a guided tour is
the perfect way to start your adventure.
Experience the City’s culture, politics,
history, environment or landmarks from
the back seat of an authentic Belfast
Taxi, with your driver as your guide
and plenty of opportunities to stop off,
see the sights and take some photos.
Tours can be tailored to suit your area
of interest and the amount of time you
have available, so if you only have an
afternoon in Belfast this is the perfect
way to see the murals, peacewall and
living culture of the city.
Or see the whole city in a morning
from an open-topped bus on a hop-on,
hop-off tour of all of Belfast’s sights
from the Titanic Quarter to Queens
University, around the C.S. Lewis Trail,
all of Belfast’s Musical Heritage sights
or to all the galleries at Late Night Art
on the first Thursday of the month.
Follow the footsteps of Titanic’s
builders and explore the key sites of
Titanic’s construction with a tour of the
Titanic Quarter. The first stop on the
tour is S.S Nomadic, then the original
drawing offices, Titanic’s slipways and
finish by climbing to the base of the Dry
Dock at Titanic’s Dock & Pumphouse.
And when you’ve got your sealegs, get
ready to experience a river sightseeing
adventure aboard the Titanic Boat Tour
or a high-speed Belfast Sea Safari.
Or keep things cultured with the
Belfast Literary Tour, which will take you
through the literary city and the many
shades of our history, taking you from
the splendour of City Hall or the lives
commemorated in Writer’s Square to
back alleys and quiet suburban streets
across the city where the finest of our
writers lived, walked and worked.
To find out more about any of these
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Take things at a different
pace and get off the
beaten trail to get a new
perspective.
Enjoy the city at a more leisurely pace
on your own two feet, take a wander
round some of Belfast’s historic pubs
on a Historical Pub Walking Tour,
through the old entries of Belfast.
See the Albert Clock, the city’s own
leaning tower and cross where the
river Farset once flowed through the
town centre and gave its name to
Belfast, Beal Feirste, the crossing
place or sandbank.
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Also on foot you can explore
300 years of Belfast’s history and
architecture with the Historic Belfast
walking tour, or get up close with the
‘spirits’ of Belfast with a Haunted Pub
Tour or for more spooky goings on try
the Belfast Ghost Walk.
Saddle up and harness the power
of two wheels on a Bike Tour. There
are two options, one takes you along Uncover the unique community stories
the scenic Lagan Towpath to visit the and explore Belfast’s rich cultural
diversity with Belfast iTours. There are
ancient site of the Giant’s Ring and
10 walking tours with over 70 points
enjoy stories of bygone years. The of interest. So go online and download
other starts in the Cathedral Quarter the tours for free and discover Belfast
focussing on the sights and sounds of like never before.
the city. All details available from the gotoBelfast.com
Belfast Welcome Centre.
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Titanic
Quarter 2 3

Belfast’s most recently Belfast’s millennium project, the Odyssey, acts

redeveloped Quarter
is full of innovation,
excitement and
opportunities for
discovery, alongside
history, heritage and
tradition.
1 Titanic Belfast Visitor Attraction
2 Public Records Office (PRONI)
3 Titanic Walking Tours
as the gateway to Titanic Quarter, aimed at
entertaining all ages, from the fun discovery
centre W5, ten-pin bowling, cinema, eateries,
bars and nightclubs and not forgetting the Arena
itself, home to the Belfast Giant’s. From there,
you’ll be quickly immersed in Titanic heritage,
whether taking the various tours or visiting
Titanic’s Dock and Pumphouse, marvelling at the
engineering feats of Edwardian Belfast. Mixing
old with new, the iconic Titanic Belfast building
sits next to the renovated S.S. Nomadic, Titanic’s
tender. It’s not all Titanic, the area is truly 21st
Century, with innovation and creativity at its heart
- T13, Ireland’s biggest skate, BMX and urban
arts centre provides high octane events and
workshops.
Highlights
The Titanic Quarter is the starting
point for anyone hoping to trace
their family tree. PRONI, Northern
Ireland’s public record office,
relocated to the area in 2011 and
are able to offer visitors access
to improved facilities, including
interactive, touchscreen information
points with visual and audio
content, free Wi-Fi, an enlarged
Search Room with electronic
ordering, internet access and
laptop points and a Reading Room
with 80 desks. So whether you’re
on the trail of Belfast’s most famous
maritime creation or tracking down
your own ancestor’s, the Titanic
Quarter is the place to visit!
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Gaeltacht
Quarter 3

The centre for

Irish language and Already on the tourist trail, many visitors come to see Highlights
culture is in the the area’s famous political murals and peace wall
The Gaeltacht Quarter has
but there’s plenty more to discover. Join one of the
west of the city and a unique programme of
Gaeltacht Quarter’s organised tours taking in two famous entertainment which offers
is characterised by something for everyone
cemeteries, or many of its political sites, head up Divis
a lively culture of Mountain to discover some fantastic views, or visit whether it’s traditional music,
music, debate, drama, Belfast’s only protected bogland, ‘The Bog Meadows
dance and drama every
night of the week. Féile an
great eateries and Nature Reserve’ with its diverse range of flora and fauna. Phobail, Europe’s biggest
traditional pubs. But even if you’re more of a fan of the great indoors, community festival, with its
Belfast’s Gaeltacht Quarter has plenty to keep you Spring and August Festivals
are particular highlights and
occupied. Start with a visit to An Chultúrlann, the Quarter’s
provides a great opportunity
flagship culture and arts centre containing an excellent to tap into the rhythms
restaurant, book and gift shop, theatre and gallery. Don’t which define this vibrant and
miss Clonard Monastery with its French Gothic style. creative part of the city.
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is adorned with pattern, carved, inlaid with gold, or set
1 West Belfast murals
2 An Chultúrlann with intricate mosaic tiling or the twin spires of St Peter’s
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Cathedral
Quarter
Taking its name from
St. Anne’s Cathedral,
the Cathedral
Quarter is packed
full of fascinating
architecture, ranging
from distinguished
banks and public
buildings, to
cosy pubs and
trendy warehouse
restaurants.
1 Afternoon tea at the Merchant
2 St Anne’s Cathedral
3 Tapas afternoons
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2 3
In recent years, the Cathedral Quarter has taken on a
pivotal role as the focus for Belfast’s burgeoning arts and Highlights
crafts scene. The Quarter is home to many visual and
Make time for afternoon tea
performing artists, as well as community groups.
in the luxurious Merchant
The Cathedral Quarter contrasts the old with the new, Hotel to admire the opulent
surroundings, huge domed
with St. Anne’s Square, home to the Metropolitan Arts
Centre (MAC) and upmarket eateries alongside some of ceiling and Ireland’s largest
the oldest streets in Belfast, dating back to the seventeenth
chandelier. Highlights of any
visit to Cathedral Quarter
century. But it’s not all history - we promise you won’t be have got to include al fresco
stuck to find something to do when you visit this Quarter! entertainment in Custom
Take the time to visit the Oh Yeah Music Centre, where House Square, whether
you’re enjoying ChilliFest
you can catch a live gig or see an exhibition or call into
or an open-air gig. Cotton
the Belfast Circus School, the epicentre of the annual Court is another boutique
Festival of Fools, which brings the best of International open-air performance space
Street Performance to the city. Each year visitors to this in the area, which features in
quarter can enjoy the winter warming Out to Lunch festival Belfast’s Summer Sundays
programme, great for
in January, Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival in April/May,
families to enjoy.
Belsonic in August and Culture Night in September. So
there’s never a dull moment!

Queen’s
Quarter
The leafy area spread
around Queen’s University
in the south of the city,
the Queen’s Quarter
is home to a treasure
trove of eclectic shops,
cafes, bars, galleries, live
entertainment venues, the
beautiful Botanic Gardens
and the Ulster Museum.
1 Queen’s University Belfast
2 Palm House, Botanic Gardens
3 Lyric Theatre
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Recommended stop offs include the Naughton
Gallery in Queen’s University for a spot of visual Highlights
culture, taking in the exhibitions and enjoying
As a centre for culture and
the architecture of the Ulster Museum. Break
learning, there’s plenty
up the day with a coffee and scone in Belfast to explore in the Queen’s
gourmet coffee chain Clements with outposts Quarter, so watch out for
on Botanic Avenue, the Stranmillis Road murals, sculptures and
and in the Queen’s Student’s Union. While
statues around the area.
It’s also a great area for live
away an afternoon exploring vintage clothes music, featuring venues like
and second-hand bookshops in search of the Mandela Hall, Speakeasy
a must-have classic, and finish your visit off and Empire Music Hall,
acoustic nights in local cafes
with a stroll around the elegant Victorian Palm
and bookshops, the Sonic
House in Botanic Gardens or by taking in an Arts Research Centre at
art-house movie at the Queens Film Theatre, Queens and the Crescent
or catch the latest live theatre performance Arts Centre.
at Northern Ireland’s only full-time producing, gotoBelfast.com
award-winning Lyric Theatre.
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 Beyond
Belfast
Lisburn
The City of Lisburn is one of
Northern Ireland’s newest
cities but you can step back in
time as you wander through
the Historic Quarter in the
City Centre, an attractive 18th
Century streetscape which has
remained largely unchanged
to the present day.
Start your walk in the recently restored
Castle Gardens then pay a visit to the
award winning Irish Linen Centre &
Lisburn Museum, which tells the story
of the Irish Linen industry with skilled
demonstrations of hand spinning
and handloom weaving and a display
of historic artefacts including linen.
Discover the magic of brewing by
visiting Ireland’s oldest independent
brewery, in the 19th century courtyard
of Hilden House, also home of the
superb Tap Room Restaurant.
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Key Events
Spend an afternoon exploring the
Circuit of Ireland
picturesque villages of Hillsborough
30th March 2013
and Moira with their spectacular floral
Festival of Speed, Maze
displays and unusual antique, craft
April 2013
and speciality shops. Don’t miss a
Lord Mayor’s Parade, Lisburn
house and garden tour of the stunning
11 May 2013
Hillsborough Castle (available from April
to end of August).
Balmoral Show, Balmoral Park, Maze
15-17 May 2013
Shopping in Lisburn offers a
Airtricity Garden Festival, Hillsborough
memorable experience. Whether you
17-19 May 2013
are looking for large high street names
National Countrysport Fair, Moira
or small intimate shops, Lisburn is
25 & 26 May 2013
a great place to shop. There’s also
Summer Festival of Racing, Down Royal
a wide range of entertainment on
21 & 22 June 2013
offer with the very best of theatre,
Ulster Grand Prix Bike Week, Dundrod
live music up close and personal or
August 2013
cutting edge dance at the Island Arts
Hillsborough International
Centre and family entertainment at its
Oyster Festival
best at Lisburn Leisure Park. Sporting 5-8 September 2013
enthusiasts won’t be disappointed
For more information
with a thrilling night at Drumbo Park visitlisburn.com
Greyhound Stadium or one of the many
annual race meetings at Down Royal
1 Irish Linen Museum, Lisburn
Race Course. 2 Hilden Brewery
3 Hillsborough Castle
4 Kids fun at Lagan Valley LeisurePlex
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Bangor, Holywood
& Groomsport 3

North Down: fabulous Holywood: 10 minutes from Belfast Key Events

coastline, stunning scenery,
layers of history and
fascinating museums.
Bangor: 20 minutes from Belfast
Walk along its busy seafront, home
to one of Ireland’s largest marinas.
Then call into Pickie Fun Park (open
seasonally), a seaside haven for children
with giant swan pedal boats, splash
pads, mini golf, adventure playground,
cafe and a miniature railway.
Bangor Castle Walled Garden
Relax and unwind in the peaceful
surroundings of the walled garden
before visiting North Down Museum and
enjoying lunch in the museum cafe.
Enjoy the stylish boutiques and acclaimed
eateries of Holywood. Don’t miss the Easter Parade, Bangor
Monday 1st April 2013
award winning Ulster Folk and Transport
Museum at Cultra, where you can step May Day, Holywood
Monday 6th May 2013
back in time and uncover a way of life
from 100 years ago. Bangor 400th Anniversary
Programme, throughout Bangor
March onwards
Groomsport: 10 minutes from Bangor
Summer Entertainment
Visit the atmospheric 1900’s Cockle Programme, Bangor
Row Cottages in the fishing village of July & August
Groomsport (open seasonally). Aspects Festival, Bangor
September
Coastal Path For more information visit
16 stunning miles of unspoilt coastline, northdowntourism.com
from Belfast’s eastern boundary through
Holywood to Bangor & Groomsport, to
Portavoe.
1 Bangor Marina
2 Bangor Castle Walled Garden
3 Pickie Fun Park

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 Beyond
Belfast
Newtownabbey
Newtownabbey is the Situated on the northern shoreline of
gateway to one of the Belfast Lough, it provides the perfect
world’s greatest road stopping off point for visitors preparing
journeys, the Causeway to steer a path through this land of
myth and majestic beauty.
Coastal Route.
With stunning scenery and a palpable
sense of history; Newtownabbey and
the surrounding area offers visitors a
fascinating blend of old and new.
Nowhere exemplifies this more
than the recently revamped Lough
Shore Park, with fantastic caravan
and camping facilities complimenting
the area’s natural resources. Let the
stresses of the world drift away as
you wander along walkways with
panoramic views of Belfast Lough,
stop for a relaxing picnic by the water’s
edge, or sample culinary delights in the
1 Newtownabbey shoreline
2 Patterson’s Spade Mill on-site restaurant.
3 Sentry Hill Historic House & Visitor Centre State-of-the-art facilities such as
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the Theatre at the Mill sit comfortably
alongside celebrations of a bygone
era: The White House, Patterson’s
Spade Mill, or Sentry Hill Historic
House. Newtownabbey has a myriad of
attractions, from the manicured greens
of its local golf courses, to top class
fishing and horse riding. And when it
comes to dining and shopping, visitors
are spoiled for choice with the Abbey
Centre, the ideal spot for some retail
therapy.
Whether you’re starting out on
that personal odyssey along the
Causeway Coastal Route, or looking to
finish your journey with a flourish, why
not explore what Newtownabbey has
to offer?
For more information
newtownabbey.gov.uk/visitors
 Beyond
Belfast

Belfast:
Gateway City 1

While there’s plenty to Just twenty minutes from Belfast
keep you entertained in visitors can discover pristine seafronts,
Belfast, it’s also worth country parks, boutique village
shopping and plenty of places to enjoy
keeping in mind that the the gourmet gastro-pub or country
city makes a great base house experience.
for exploring the rest of County Antrim’s Causeway Coastal
Northern Ireland. Route runs north from Larne, and
is the gateway to the Nine Glens of
Antrim with Glenariff Forest Park at its
heart. On the northern coast you’ll find
the Giant’s Causeway, the only world
heritage site in Northern Ireland and
1 The world famous Giant’s Causeway
2 Walking in the Sperrin Mountains
recently named in Tripadvisor’s Top 10
3 Derry~Londonderry, UK City of Culture 2013 dramatic landscapes in the world.
4 Bonamargy Friary The Giant’s Causeway’s new state-
5 The new Causeway Visitor Centre
6 Lough Neagh of-the-art visitor centre opened in
7 Strangford Lough Summer 2012, featuring new exhibition
space, a cafe, shops and even a grass
roof. Don’t miss the oldest licensed
distillery in the world; Bushmills and the
Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge.
Or to the northwest, it’s a short trip
by train or bus to Derry-Londonderry,
UK City of Culture 2013. There’s plenty
to see in the historical walled city, with
its lively cultural scene, impressive
architecture, carnivals, festivals and
visitor attractions.
And don’t miss out on the chance
to go island hopping in the unspoiled
Fermanagh Lakelands, or to pay a
visit to Armagh, stunning National
Trust properties, unmatched Georgian
architecture and two Saint Patrick’s
Cathedrals.

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UK City
of Culture
In 2013 Derry~Londonderry
will be the first ever UK City of
2 Culture. Hosting a range of events
throughout the year including the
29th Turner prize, the UK’s foremost
award for contemporary art, and
3 The Return of Colm Cille a large-
scale public event using drama,
colour, music and performance to
create a unique celebration.
cityofculture2013.com

discover
northern
ireland.com
To find out more about Northern
Ireland and all that it has to offer
4
visit the Northern Ireland Tourist
Board website.
Discover pristine discovernorthernireland.com
seafronts, a world
heritage site, country
parks and boutique
village shopping.

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Make the Belfast Welcome Centre
your first stop when you arrive in
the city or contact us for information
in advance of your stay. Located in
Belfast City Centre* with information
on pretty much everything, whether
you need to book accommodation,
buy tickets for events or find out
about visitor attractions, tours, and
transport within Belfast and Northern
Ireland, our staff are here to assist
you in planning your perfect trip.
For a great gift to take home or
keep as a souvenir of your visit, the
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Belfast Welcome Centre Gift Shop
offers a wide range of locally made,
eclectic products from Belfast Crystal
and Belleek Pottery to hand crafted
Celtic jewellery, Guinness products,
Tyrone Crystal, souvenir T-shirts, and
Irish linen. We’ve also got books,
Irish music, local maps, posters,
postcards and a range of Irish
chocolates and confectionery.
Start your journey at the Belfast
Welcome Centre because we have
the information and the tickets to help
you explore the city and beyond.
Belfast Welcome Centre
47 Donegall Place, Belfast BT1 5AD
T: +44 (0)28 9024 6609
F: +44 (0)28 9031 2424
E: welcomecentre@belfastvisitor.com
October - May opening hours
Mon - Sat: 9am - 5.30pm
Sun: 11am - 4pm
June - September opening hours
Mon - Sat: 9am - 7pm
Sun: 11am - 4pm
Belfast International Airport
Tourist Information Desk
T: +44 (0)28 9448 4677
F: +44 (0)28 9448 4673
Monday - Saturday: 7.30am - 7pm
Sunday: 8am - 5pm
George Best Belfast City Airport
Tourist Information Desk
T: +44 (0)28 9093 5372
F: +44 (0)28 9093 5373
Monday - Saturday: 8am - 7pm
Sunday: 10am - 5pm

Travel Tips
Accommodation
Belfast offers visitors a wide choice of
accommodation: hotels, guesthouses,
apartments, self-catering, campus,
caravans, camping and hostels. For
more information, please see our
accommodation listings on pages
56 to 69, or for booking enquiries,
contact the Belfast Welcome Centre
on +44 (0)28 9024 6609, or visit
www.gotobelfast.com
Communications
The international code for Northern
Ireland is 00 44 28. The number for
emergency services is 999. This will
connect you to the fire brigade, police,
ambulance, lifeboat and mountain
rescue services.
Directory enquiries can be contacted
on 118 500 or dial 0 from a public
telephone for operator assistance.
Internet and Wi-Fi access is widely
available throughout the city. Belfast
is one of 10 UK cities set to become
a Super-connected City by 2015.
Plans include city wide access to high
speed ultrafast broadband as well as
widespread WiFi.
Most post offices are open Monday to
Friday 9am to 5.30pm and some are
also open on Saturday mornings. The
main post office is located on Bridge
Street in the city centre and is open
9am to 5.30pm, Monday to Saturday
Banking
Most banks are open Monday to
Friday 9am to 5pm. All major credit
cards are widely accepted in the city
and some shops will accept euro.
There are foreign exchange facilities
in the Belfast Welcome Centre and
various retail outlets across the city.
Shopping
Many shops in the city centre follow
these opening hours:
Monday - Wednesday: 9am-6pm
Thursday: 9am-9pm
Friday & Saturday: 9am-6pm
Sunday 1pm-6pm
Shopping centres may have extended
opening hours midweek.
Tipping
Most restaurants add a discretionary
service charge to the bill for parties
of six people or more. If this charge
is added to your bill, tipping is not
necessary. If a service charge is not
included, a discretionary tip of 10-15%
is customary.
Stay Safe
Belfast is one of the safest cities
in Europe with an extremely low
crime rate. However, it is always
wise to be sensible and to follow
good advice when exploring a new
destination. To enhance the safety of
visitors to Belfast, the city centre is
monitored by CCTV cameras. There
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are also a number of Emergency
Contact Points in the city which are
monitored by the police.
Smoking
Belfast has been a smoke free city
since 2006. It is against the law to
smoke in bars, restaurants, cafés,
hotels, offices, factories and other
places of work. The majority of
hotels in Belfast no longer offer
smoking rooms - please check this
when booking your accommodation.
Many bars, clubs and restaurants
have installed outdoor smoking areas.
On the move
From July 2013, the Belfast
Welcome Centre will be moving
to new state-of-the-art premises
opposite Belfast City Hall. Still
offering free tourist advice and
literature as well as a range of
facilities including a Wi-Fi zone,
Bureau de Change, left luggage,
and gift shop. The new tourist
information centre will showcase
the best of Belfast, as well as
providing a gateway role to visiting
the rest of Northern Ireland, within
an environment that is modern
and inspired, where touch screen
technology will work hand in hand
with our friendly travel advisers.
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New NITB Quality Grading Scheme

NITB has introduced a new Quality Grading Scheme for
tourist accommodation and will provide businesses with
quality assessments and grading services. The scheme
is the ‘Common Standards’ scheme and is used by Visit
Scotland, Visit England, Visit Wales, AA, Guernsey and
The Isle of Man. The scheme will assess quality & the
visitor experience. Premises will have the ability to achieve
between 1 and 5 stars

To view the most up to date grading’s please visit

www.discovernorthernireland.com/accommodation.
1 star acceptable
2 star good
3 star very good
4 star excellent
5 star outstanding

Colour Coding
All premises are listed alphabetically by grade and in
coloured sections denoting the type of accommodation.

Hotels
Guest Accommodation
Guesthouse
Bed & Breakfast
Academic/Campus
Self Catering
Hostels
Camping, Caravans & Motorhomes

Price Key
B&B Bed and Breakfast
pps per person sharing
SS single supplement

Symbols Key
P Parking
G Family room available on request
) TV in bedrooms
F Lift/elevator
j Licensed premises
9 Swimming pool on premises
} Gym on premises
w Spa facilities on premises
WiFi Wireless internet access
[ No smoking in bedrooms
k Credit cards accepted
€ Euro accepted

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Culloden Estate and Spa
142 Bangor Road, Belfast BT18 0EX
T: (028) 9042 1066  www.hastingshotels.com
Standing on the wooded slopes of the Holywood
hills overlooking Belfast Lough is the magnificent
Culloden Estate and Spa, originally built as an
105 rooms, 105 ensuite. official palace for the Bishop of Down. Located ten
d£75-120 pps. s£120-190. minutes from George Best Belfast City Airport.
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The Merchant Hotel
16 Skipper Street, Belfast BT1 2DZ
T: (028) 9023 4888  www.themerchanthotel.com
Situated in the heart of Belfast’s historic Cathedral
Quarter, the grandeur of the original Grade A
listed building is complemented by an elegant Art
62 rooms, 62 ensuite. Deco inspired wing with a multitude of exciting
d£80-130 pps. s£150-250. amenities. These include a stunning luxury spa,
a rooftop gymnasium with panoramic city views,
a dedicated meeting and events suite and a
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Clandeboye Lodge Hotel
10 Estate Road, Bangor BT19 1UR
T: (028) 9185 2500  www.clandeboyelodge.com
One of the top rated hotels in Northern Ireland
on TripAdvisor - a secret haven, 15 minutes from
Belfast City centre and George Best Belfast City
43 rooms, 43 ensuite. Airport. Warm and personalised service. Award-
d£42.50-85 pps. s£75-160. winning restaurant AA, (2002-2009). Wake-up
calls and express checkout available. Free WiFi.
DVD library.
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Dunadry Hotel
2 Islandreagh Drive, Dunadry BT41 2HA
T: (028) 9443 4343  www.dunadry.com
Unlike any other, this Hotel enjoys the best of both
worlds, providing a rural retreat only 20 minutes
from Belfast city centre. Genuine hospitality,
83 rooms, 83 ensuite. wonderful food and a charm all of its own, there’s
Prices on request. nowhere better to spend time in Northern Ireland.
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Galgorm Resort & Spa
136 Fenaghy Road, Ballymena BT42 1EA
T: (028) 2588 1001  www.galgorm.com
Located in 163 acres of breath-taking scenery, the
resort boasts 75 ensuite rooms, 6 self catering
cottages & 6 riverside log cabins. Relax in the spa
75 rooms, 75 ensuite. where you will find a true sanctuary of luxury and
Prices on request. vitality. Dine in either Gillies Bar & Grill or Fratelli
Ristorante for a relaxed style of dining. For fine
dining with an emphasis on local Irish produce,
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Hilton Belfast
4 Lanyon Place, Belfast BT1 3LP
T: (028) 9027 7000  www.hilton.co.uk/belfast
A 5 star contemporary chic hotel, Hilton Belfast
has breath taking views overlooking the city’s
architecture to the north and the Lagan River to
198 rooms, 198 ensuite. the south. Northern Ireland’s only international 5
d£39.50-90 pps. s£65. star hotel boasts 198 luxurious, air-conditioned
bedrooms including a selection of stunning river-
view corner suites overlooking the historic Harland
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Benedicts of Belfast
7-21 Bradbury Place, Belfast BT7 1RQ
T: (028) 9059 1999  www.benedictshotel.co.uk
Boutique style hotel with 32 spacious bedrooms,
close to Belfast City centre and Queen’s
University. The restaurant serves a wide variety
32 rooms, 32 ensuite. of traditional and modern dishes offering the
d£40 pps. s£60. best local produce in an exquisite setting at an
affordable price. Free WiFi access.
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Dukes at Queen’s
65-67 University Street, Belfast BT7 1HL
T: (028) 9023 6666  www.dukesatqueens.com
Dukes at Queen’s is located in the heart of Belfast’s
Botanic Avenue. Our guests will experience a
retreat from the bustle of the city into a world of
34 rooms, 34 ensuite. indulgence and wellbeing. Formerly Dukes Hotel,
d£32.50-62.50 pps. the new transformation brings with it modern
sophistication and intuitive service. Dukes at
Queen’s is the ultimate expression of style. Perfect
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Europa Hotel
Great Victoria Street, Belfast BT2 7AP
T: (028) 9027 1066  www.hastingshotels.com
People like Presidents, Prime Ministers and
celebrities choose the Europa with its choice of 272
newly refurbished bedrooms-including 92 executive
272 rooms, 272 ensuite. bedrooms & suites along with conference facilities.
Prices on request. Elegant décor, contemporary bistro, bustling
bar & relaxing piano lounge. The hotel boasts a
superb city centre location with shops, restaurants,
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Hilton Templepatrick
Castle Upton Estate, Templepatrick BT39 0DD
T: (028) 9443 5500  www.hilton.co.uk/templepatrick
A luxurious 129 bedroom hotel and country club,
situated in the Castle Upton Estate, centrally
located and just 10 mins from the heart of Belfast.
129 rooms, 129 ensuite. Accommodation ranges from standard to superior
d£29.50-80 pps. s£55. and family rooms, with stylish furnishings. The
hotel also boasts a superb 18-hole championship
golf course, tennis court & Livingwell Health Club
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170 rooms, 170 ensuite.
d£39.50-99.50 pps. s£79-199.
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46 rooms, 46 ensuite.
Prices on request.
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56 rooms, 56 ensuite.
Prices on request.
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120 rooms, 120 ensuite.
Prices on request.
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23 rooms, 23 ensuite.
Prices on request.
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Holiday Inn Belfast
22-26 Ormeau Avenue, Belfast BT2 8HS
T: (028) 9032 8511  www.holidayinn.com/belfast
A contemporary hotel in the heart of the city centre
with full health and leisure facilities including pool.
A full refurbishment of all bedrooms and public
areas was completed in 2011 incorporating a real
Belfast feel. Conveniently situated 2 minutes walk
from the City Hall and within walking distance of
the main shopping area, nightlife and attractions
such as the Odyssey and Waterfront Hall.
Malone Lodge Hotel
60 Eglantine Avenue, Belfast BT9 6DY
T: (028) 9038 8000  www.malonelodgehotelbelfast.com
Located between Lisburn and Malone Rd, just
minutes drive from Westlink/M1/M2. 5min walk from
Queen’s University, Botanic Gdns, Ulster Museum
& Belfast City Hospital; 5min drive from Royal Victoria
Hospital, Musgrave Park Hospital and Ulster
Independent Clinic. 1 mile from Titanic Belfast.
Hotel facilities include award winning restaurant.
Head Chef of Year 2011, Inst. of Hospitality N.I.
Park Avenue Hotel
158 Holywood Road, Belfast BT4 1PB
T: (028) 9065 6520  www.parkavenuehotel.co.uk
Independent hotel close to George Best Belfast City
Airport. Two miles from the heart of the city and close
to the Odyssey, Waterfront Hall, Titanic Quarter and
Stormont Buildings. Free on-site parking and fitness
room. Close to local amenities. Commended,
Hotel Accommodation category, NI Tourism
Awards (2009). Closed 24th/25th December.
Ramada Plaza Belfast
117 Milltown Road, Shaws Bridge, Belfast BT8 7XP
T: (028) 9092 3500  www.ramadaplazabelfast.com
This leading hotel is situated in the picturesque
surroundings of Lagan Valley Regional Park,
just 10 minutes by car from Belfast’s thriving
city centre. During your stay, you can enjoy the
extensive leisure facilities at LA Fitness or pamper
yourself at Omni, Ireland’s first Ayurveda Health
and Beauty Centre offering specialist Indian
beauty treatments.
Ten Square Hotel
10 Donegall Square South, Belfast BT1 5JD
T: (028) 9024 1001  www.tensquare.co.uk
Distinctive charm and warmth and unrivalled in its
service and setting, Ten Square offers handsomely
appointed guest rooms with super king low slung
beds, flat screen TVs and plush linens, stylish Grill
room & bar and the refreshingly unique Porcelain
events suite for corporate gatherings or social events.
A unique experience combining contemporary
sophistication and classic charm awaits you.
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121 rooms, 121 ensuite.
Prices on request.
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31 rooms, 31 ensuite.
d£37.50-112.50 pps. s£75-225.
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119 rooms, 119 ensuite.
d£40-125 pps. s£80-250.
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110 rooms, 110 ensuite.
Prices on request.
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75 rooms, 75 ensuite.
d£35 pps. s£69.
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La Mon Hotel & Country Club
41 Gransha Rd, Castlereagh, Belfast BT23 5RF
T: (028) 9044 8631  www.lamon.co.uk
La Mon Hotel and Country Club is a superb venue
just 15 minutes from Belfast City centre but in the
heart of County Down. It is complete with a luxury
health club, including a 15 metre swimming pool,
gym, tennis court and beauty and hair studio.
Closed 24th and 25th December.
The Old Inn
15-25 Main St, Crawfordsburn, Bangor BT19 1JH
T: (028) 9185 3255  www.theoldinn.com
One of Ireland’s oldest thatched hotels, The Old
Inn has played host to many notable visitors,
both famous and infamous. Peter the Great-Tsar
of Russia, highwayman Dick Turpin and former
US President George Bush are among those who
have stayed. With 31 uniquely styled bedrooms
each visit is a new discovery. NITB ‘Best Hotel
Accommodation’ (2009). Closed Christmas Day.
Radisson Blu Hotel Belfast
3 Cromac Place, Ormeau Road, Belfast BT7 2JB
T: (028) 9043 4065
www.radissonblu.co.uk/hotel-belfast
Radisson Blu Hotel, Belfast at the Gasworks is an
exercise in cool, calm, sophisticated hospitality,
where you are the most important factor. The
architecturally striking hotel has a definite ‘wow’
factor about it, offering modern contemporary chic
combined with funky, edgy, interior design.
Stormont Hotel
587 Upper Newtownards Road, Belfast BT4 3LP
T: (028) 9065 1066  www.hastingshotels.com
The hotel is situated in a quiet residential
area overlooking the landscaped grounds of
Parliament Buildings. Stormont Hotel is 4 miles
from Belfast City centre. It is renowned for the
warmth of its welcome and standards of service
and professionalism.
Wellington Park Hotel
21 Malone Road, Belfast BT9 6RU
T: (028) 9038 1111  www.mooneyhotelgroup.com
This long established family owned Hotel is
situated close to Queen’s University, only 5
minutes from Belfast City centre and convenient
to Belfast Waterfront Hall, Odyssey Arena and the
Grand Opera House. Famous for its cosmopolitan,
lively atmosphere, the hotel is a popular choice
for guests from all over the world. Spacious
private car and coach park.
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42 rooms, 42 ensuite.
d£39.50-42.50 pps. s£59-75.
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70 rooms, 70 ensuite.
d£45 pps. s£50.
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17 rooms, 17 ensuite.
d£42.50 pps. s£75.
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111 rooms, 111 ensuite.
Prices on request.
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35 rooms, 35 ensuite.
Prices on request.
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Balmoral Hotel
Blacks Road, Dunmurry BT10 0NF
T: (028) 9030 1234  T: (028) 9060 2010  www.beechlawnhotel.com
www.balmoralhotelbelfast.co.uk
This hotel is situated 10 minutes from Belfast
City centre with convenient access to the
motorway. The Lady Ann Bar and Grill serves
bistro style food throughout the day while
the Glenriver Restaurant serves a full dinner
menu. Accommodation and facilities have been
refurbished throughout.
Clarion Hotel
75 Belfast Road, Carrickfergus BT38 8PH
T: (028) 9336 4556  www.clarioncarrick.com
Conveniently located 15 minutes from Belfast
city centre at the gateway to the beautiful
Causeway Coastal Route. The Clarion Hotel
has 68 bedrooms, all designed with the guest
in mind, each featuring king-sized beds, direct
dial telephone, with in-house movie channels,
executive desk, hairdryer and complimentary tea
and coffee making facilities.
Crescent Townhouse Hotel
13 Lower Crescent, Belfast BT7 1NR
T: (028) 9032 3349  www.crescenttownhouse.com
The Crescent Townhouse is situated in the
University area, approximately 15 minutes walk
from Belfast City Hall. With an abundance of
restaurants, bars and nightclubs on its doorstep,
it is a perfect location for your stay in Belfast.
Holiday Inn Express Belfast
106a University Street, Belfast BT7 1HP
T: (028) 9031 1909  www.exhi-belfast.com
A newly refurbished modern hotel within the
University Quarter of Belfast next to Queen’s
University, Botanic Gardens and Ulster Museum.
The main shopping and business areas of the city
centre such as Victoria Square and CastleCourt
are within walking distance of the hotel, as are the
Waterfront Hall, Grand Opera House and the city’s
major public transport links.
Madisons Hotel
59-63 Botanic Avenue, Belfast BT7 1JL
T: (028) 9050 9800  www.madisonshotel.com
Wine, dine, party and stay. We have an excellent
bar and restaurant offering fine wines, specialty
coffees, classic cocktails and great food, while
those looking to stay out that little bit longer can
savour the atmosphere in our nightclub. We have
35 newly refurbished ensuite bedrooms equipped
to the highest possible standards. Awarded for
excellence in standards of service.
42 rooms, 42 ensuite.
d£55-32.50 pps.
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68 rooms, 68 ensuite.
d£39.50-59.50 pps. s£69-109.
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90 rooms, 90 ensuite.
d£37.50 pps. s£75.
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190 rooms, 190 ensuite.
d£32.50 pps. s£65.
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62 rooms, 62 ensuite.
d£45-100 pps. s£90-200.
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Beechlawn House Hotel
4 Dunmurry Lane, Belfast BT17 9RR
Situated in the leafy suburb of Dunmurry, less
than 10 minutes drive from Belfast and Lisburn
city centres, an ideal location for shopping,
nightlife, leisure and visitor attractions. Only 1 mile
from the M1 Motorway with easy access to the
George Best City & Belfast International airports,
ferry, train and bus terminals. Free on-site parking.
Intimate Bistro & Bar. Complimentary WiFi.
Corrs Corner Hotel
315 Ballyclare Road, Newtownabbey BT36 4TQ
T: (028) 9084 9221  www.corrscorner.com
Corr’s Corner Hotel is located 7 miles from Belfast
City Centre, whilst sitting at the gateway to the
Causeway Costal Route. The hotel is only 14
miles from Larne harbour and Belfast International
Airport. Popular with locals, an extensive grill
menu is served all day. Offering unlimited WiFi
access and car parking, this family run property is
the ideal base to explore Northern Ireland.
Holiday Inn Express Antrim
Junction One Retail Park, Antrim BT41 4LL
T: (028) 9442 5500  www.hiexpressantrim.co.uk
Situated at Junction One, Ireland’s largest
International Shopping Outlet. Ideally located
within 2 minute drive of the M2 motorway, 5
minutes from Belfast International Airport and
only 20 minutes from Belfast City Centre, it’s the
perfect choice for leisure and business travellers.
The hotel is also a good base for those guests
visiting the famous Causeway Coast!
Jurys Inn Belfast
Fisherwick Place, Belfast BT2 7AP
T: (028) 9053 3500  www.jurysinns.com
Excellent city centre location, close to shops,
cafés, restaurants and pubs. With spacious rooms
that can accommodate up to 3 adults or 2 adults
and 2 children, it is the perfect place for a leisure
or business stay. Conference and concert venues
are all only a few minutes away. Why not whet
your taste buds in our Bar & Restaurant.
Malmaison
34-38 Victoria St, Belfast BT1 3GH
T: (028) 9022 0200  www.malmaison.com
A stunning city centre hotel, located in one of Belfast’s
landmark buildings, close to Titanic Quarter,
Victoria Square, Waterfront Hall & Odyssey Arena.
Perfectly situated for sightseeing & shopping,
offering a range of refurbished luxurious rooms
and lavish suites. Renowned for great style, great
food and great value with a new look brasserie
and stylish bar-you just won’t want to leave.

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36 rooms, 36 ensuite.
d£32.50-50 pps. s£45-70.
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Prices on request.
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124 rooms, 124 ensuite.
d£27.50-30 pps. s£55-60.
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145 rooms, 145 ensuite.
d£32.50-99.50 pps. s£65-199.
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171 rooms, 171 ensuite.
d£27.50-46.50 pps. s£55-93.
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Strangford Arms Hotel
92 Church Street, Newtownards BT23 4AL
T: (028) 9181 4141  www.strangfordhotel.com
Ideally located in the lively market town of
Newtownards, a perfect base to enjoy North Down’s
top visitor attractions, shopping, golf and leisure
activities. Less than 15 minutes drive from Belfast
city centre and George Best City Airport, and less
than 10 minutes from Bangor marina. The hotel
boasts the lively LeWinters Bistro, bar & restaurant.
Free on-site car parking. Complimentary WiFi.
Days Hotel Belfast
40 Hope Street, Belfast BT12 5EE
T: (028) 9024 2494  www.dayshotelbelfast.co.uk
In the heart of Belfast city, this 2-star hotel offers
excellent value accommodation within 5 minutes
of the Grand Opera House, Waterfront Hall,
Ulster Hall and Great Victoria Street Bus and
Train Station. The hotel’s great location means
it offers easy access to all that the city of Belfast
has to offer.
IBIS Belfast City Centre
100 Castle Street, Belfast BT1 1HF
T: (028) 9023 8888  www.ibishotel.com
Ibis Belfast City Centre is a contemporary 124
bedroom hotel located in the heart of Belfast City
centre. The hotel is within walking distance of all
the main attractions of the city centre, including
the shopping and business districts, Waterfront
Hall, Grand Opera House and Belfast City Hall.
Breakfast is available from 4am to 12 noon and
the hotel serves a full snack menu 24/7.
Park Inn by Radisson Belfast
4 Clarence Street West, Belfast BT2 7GP
T: (028) 9067 7700  www.parkinn.co.uk/hotel-belfast
Located in the heart of Belfast city centre amongst
the hustle and bustle, & close to venues such
as the Ulster Hall, Belfast Waterfront, The Grand
Opera House, the Odyssey and City Hall. All
rooms come fitted with air-conditioning, LCD
TV, tea and coffee making facilities and WiFi.
Onsite guests can enjoy the thrill of the grill in our
magnificent RBG Bar & Grill with beer garden.
Premier Inn Belfast City
Cathedral Quarter
2-6 Waring Street, Belfast BT1 2DX
T: 0871 527 8070  www.premierinn.com
Located in the bustling Cathedral Quarter, Premier
Inn Waring Street is the ideal location for a visit to
Belfast. The hotel is within easy walking distance
of the major attractions in the city centre and
public transport. Four Corners Bar and restaurant
on premises.
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24 rooms, 24 ensuite.
d£32.50-62.50 pps. s£55-97.
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130 rooms, 130 ensuite.
Prices on request.
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56 rooms, 56 ensuite.
d£27.50-30 pps. s£55-60.
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83 rooms, 83 ensuite.
d£30-49.50 pps. s£59-99.
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148 rooms, 148 ensuite.
d£14.50-50 pps. s£29-100.
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Templeton Hotel
882 Antrim Road, Templepatrick BT39 0AH
T: (028) 9443 2984  www.templetonhotel.com
This fine hotel, centrally located, mixes the best
of modern facilities with the appeal of yesterday.
The hotel offers a choice for all, Raffles à la carte
restaurant, the more casual Upton Grill Rooms,
Sam’s Bar and the De Courcy Suite and Lounge Bar.
The Fitzwilliam Hotel
1-3 Great Victoria Street, Belfast BT2 7BQ
T: (028) 9044 2080
www.fitzwilliamhotelbelfast.com
Cocoon yourself in sumptuous surroundings and
create your own oasis of comfort; crisp Egyptian
linen, duck down duvets and bathrooms on request
fitted with all luxuries make for a truly relaxing stay.
High speed broadband, 24 hour room service and
CD players with MP3/iPod connections.
IBIS Belfast Queen’s Quarter
75 University Street, Belfast BT7 1HL
T: (028) 9033 3366  www.ibishotel.com
This contemporary boutique 56 bedroom hotel,
located within Belfast’s leafy Queen’s Quarter,
opened in November 2009. The hotel is next to
Queen’s University, Botanic Gardens and Ulster
Museum. It is 1km from Belfast City Hall and is
close to all shopping, entertainment and cultural
attractions. Breakfast is available from 4 am to 12
noon and the hotel serves a full snack menu 24/7.
Park Plaza Belfast
Belfast International Airport, Belfast BT29 4ZY
T: (028) 9445 7000  www.parkplazabelfast.com
With only 50 metres to Belfast International Airport,
contemporary service and style awaits you at the
Park Plaza Hotel. Centrally situated in the heart of
the province, close to all major road networks and
only 20 minutes from Belfast city centre, it’s ideally
located. With a choice of dining options from
Circles restaurant and the bustling Lobby bar, you
are sure to relax and enjoy your stay.
Premier Inn Belfast
City Centre
23 Alfred Street, Belfast BT2 8ED
T: 0871 527 8068  www.premierinn.com
An excellent City Centre location, within 5
minutes of the main shopping areas and sights.
We have an integrated bar and restaurant (Barest)
offering food from 7am-10pm. The hotel offers
excellent service and a great atmosphere, backed
up by a ‘Good Night Guarantee’-a good night’s
sleep, or your money back!
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121 rooms, 121 ensuite.
Prices on request.
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Premier Inn Belfast
Titanic Quarter
2a Queens Road, Belfast BT3 9FB
T: 0871 527 9210  www.premierinn.com
Ideally situated at the gateway of the Titanic
Quarter of Belfast our hotel is also located across
from the fantastic Odyssey Arena and Pavilion,
within easy access of the George Best City
Airport. With Belfast city centre only a stone’s
throw away, it is ideal for both business and
leisure guests.
Ramada Encore Belfast 
St. Anne’s Square, 20 Talbot Street, Belfast BT1 2LD
T: (028) 9026 1800  www.encorebelfast.co.uk
Ramada Encore Belfast City centre is one of Belfast’s
newest hotels, located in the fashionable Cathedral
Quarter area of the city-overlooking St. Anne’s
Square and within walking distance of Waterfront
165 rooms, 165 ensuite. Hall and other major attractions. The hotel boasts
d£32.50-75 pps. s£65-150. a stylish and contemporary in design throughout
with excellent cocktail bar and restaurant.
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The Salty Dog Travelodge Belfast Central

15 rooms, 15 ensuite.
d£35-42.50 pps. s£55-80.
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10-12 Seacliff Road, Bangor BT20 5EY
T: (028) 9127 0696  www.saltydogbangor.com
The Salty Dog is a small, friendly boutique hotel
with 15 rooms. Newly refurbished in August
2010 this hotel offers great rooms with fabulous
views over Bangor Marina and the Irish Sea. The
restaurant is very popular, with head chef Tim
Brunton serving up good local produce. Only 15
minutes from the George Best Belfast City Airport
and 20 minutes from Belfast city.
15 Brunswick Street, Belfast BT2 7GE
T: 08701 911 687 
www.travelodge.ie/belfast-hotel
Located in the heart of Belfast City. The ideal location
to base yourself whilst working in or visiting Belfast.
The train and bus stations are across the road, which
90 rooms, 90 ensuite. features on all major routes. Queen’s University and
Prices on request. the University of Ulster Belfast campus are within
a 10 minute walk. There is a vast array of restaurants,
pubs and clubs locally. Prices room only.
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Belfast
Visitor Pass
Unlimited travel with over 90 special
offers including discounted tours,
attractions and so much more. The all new
Belfast Visitor Pass is just the ticket to
save you time and money, just like a VIP.
Buy at the Belfast Welcome Centre, the airport TICs
or any Translink Bus or Train Stations in Belfast.

34 rooms, 34 ensuite.
d£34.50-49.50 pps. s£59-89.
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Tara Lodge
36 Cromwell Road, Belfast BT7 1JW
T: (028) 9059 0900  www.taralodge.com
Located in the bohemian Queen’s Quarter of
Belfast, a mere 10 minute walk from the city
centre. Tara Lodge offers 34 contemporary style
bedrooms with warm and genuine hospitality and
a friendly team dedicated to your comfort from
arrival to departure. Highly Commended Guest
Accommodation (AA, 2011-2012).
Farset International
466 Springfield Road, Belfast BT12 7DW
T: (028) 9089 9833  www.farsetinternational.co.uk
Farset International opened its doors for business
in 2003 and has built a reputation for quality
conferencing, banqueting and accommodation at
reasonable prices. Located within 2 acres private
38 rooms, 38 ensuite. grounds, just minutes drive from Belfast’s city centre,
d£20-24 pps. s£30-34. Farset International offers panoramic views of the city
by day and amazing lights of city life by night.
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Rayanne House
60 Demesne Road, Holywood BT18 9EX
T: (028) 9042 5859  www.rayannehouse.com
Multi award winning boutique accommodation and
private dining restaurant, winner of the NITB Award
for Best Serviced Accommodation in Northern
10 rooms, 9 ensuite. Ireland 2010 & 2011. Located 5 miles from Belfast
d£60-65 pps. s£75. city, famed for its Gourmet Breakfast and Titanic
menu, listed in the top 10 Best Restaurants in
Ulster by The Food & Wine Magazine.
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Ardtara Country House
8 Gorteade Road, Upperlands, Maghera BT46 5SA
T: (028) 7964 4490  www.ardtara.com
Ardtara is a Victorian Country House set in eight
and a half acres. All bedrooms are en suite with
power showers and furnished with antiques. Each
9 rooms, 9 ensuite. room is individually decorated and even has the
Prices on request. original fireplace. Award winning restaurant. Most
Romantic Hotel (AA), Ireland’s Blue Book listed.
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Caldhame Lodge
102 Moira Road, Crumlin BT29 4HG
T: (028) 9442 3099  www.caldhamelodge.co.uk
Luxury guesthouse centrally located to Belfast and
just 5 minutes from Belfast International Airport.
Set on a working farm with garden overlooking
8 rooms, 8 ensuite. Lough Neagh, it is close to local pubs, restaurants
d£30-35 pps. s£35-45. and Nutts Corner Motorsport. Benefits from
24 hour taxi service. Free Wi-Fi High Speed
connection. Free Car Parking for the airport.
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Ravenhill Guest House
690 Ravenhill Road, Belfast BT6 0BZ
T: (028) 9020 7444  www.ravenhillhouse.com
Restored Victorian home 2 miles from city centre
on Metro bus route 7. Comfortable, well equipped
bedrooms and a restful sitting room make this an
5 rooms, 5 ensuite. ideal base for business or leisure visitors. Free
d£40-42.50 pps. s£55-65. WiFi throughout house. Our breakfast muesli,
granola, preserves, fruit compote and wheaten
bread are all home made. Menu includes kippers,
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Cairn Bay Lodge
278 Seacliff Road, Bangor BT20 5HS
T: (028) 9146 7636  www.cairnbaylodge.com
Stunning Edwardian seaside villa set in extensive
gardens overlooking Ballyholme Beach.
Luxurious individually styled bedrooms, a warm
3 rooms, 3 ensuite. Irish welcome and gourmet breakfasts explain
d£35-50 pps. s£50-70. why the Times voted this one of ‘The 30 Coolest
B&B’s in Britain’. Sea Beauty salon offering wide
range of beauty & natural therapy treatments. Five
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An Old Rectory
148 Malone Road, Belfast BT9 5LH
T: (028) 9066 7882  www.anoldrectory.co.uk
Former church rectory built 1896, private car
park, near US Consulate, Queen’s University &
King’s Hall. Spacious bedrooms, hospitality trays/
5 rooms, 3 ensuite. magazines. Morning paper in guest drawing room,
d£32.50-43 pps. s£45-55. library. Best Breakfast Award-AGA2007. Breakfast
includes fresh orange juice, Ulster Fry. Vegetarian
options include stuffed Portobello mushrooms,
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Avenue Guesthouse
23 Eglantine Avenue, Belfast BT9 6DW
T: (028) 9066 5904  www.avenueguesthouse.com
A lovingly restored Victorian townhouse, ideally
situated for visitors on a tree-lined avenue, 10
minutes from the city centre. Within easy walking
4 rooms, 4 ensuite. distance of Queen’s University, Botanic Gardens,
d£35 pps. s£50. restaurants, bars and cafés. Parking (subject to
availability). Our aim is to give all of our guests the
best possible welcome to Belfast and to our home.
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KeefHalla Country House
20 Tully Road, Crumlin BT29 4SW
T: (028) 9082 5491  www.keefhalla.com
Nearest 4 star guest house to Belfast International
Airport. Free long term airport car parking.
KeefHalla Country House is an ideal base for
7 rooms, 7 ensuite. visitors on business or pleasure. It is a central
d£27.50-30 pps. s£35-40. location for visiting Northern Ireland and is
convenient to Antrim, Belfast and Lisburn.
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Shelleven Guest House
61 Princetown Road, Bangor BT20 3TA
T: (028) 9127 1777  www.shellevenhouse.com
A Victorian townhouse with great charm,
providing luxurious accommodation in a relaxed
atmosphere. Situated in a quiet area of Bangor,
11 rooms, 11 ensuite. close to the Marina, Promenade and town centre,
d£35-42.50 pps. s£39-70. Shelleven is set back from the road with gardens
and private parking. Train and bus station 5
minutes away. AA 4 star Guesthouse (2011).
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Marine House
30 Eglantine Avenue, Belfast BT9 6DX
T: (028) 9066 2828  www.marineguesthouse3star.com
This beautifully presented large Victorian villa
is located in Belfast’s leafy Queen’s quarter. The
house retains its charm and character from when
7 rooms, 7 ensuite. it was built with many of the original features
Prices on request. retained. Marine Guest House is ideally located for
visitors to the city - whether it be for city breaks,
business visitors, visiting family or simply to
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Camera House
44 Wellington Park, Belfast BT9 6DP
T: (028) 9066 0026  www.cameraguesthouse.com
Elegant townhouse set in the heart of South
Belfast with its Victorian mansions and graceful
terraces. Situated on quiet tree lined avenue,
and located just a short distance from Queen’s
9 rooms, 4 ensuite. University and the city’s main tourists attractions,
d£24-31 pps. s£34-48. cultural and business centre. An ideal base for
business and leisure visitors offering a warm
welcome and personal attention from owners.
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Parador Inn
473 Ormeau Road, Belfast BT7 3GR
T: (028) 9049 1883  www.theparador.com
Situated on Belfast’s busy Ormeau Road,
the Parador is a comfortable family run
establishment ten minutes from the city centre
and the Waterfront Hall; providing affordable
12 rooms, 0 ensuite. accommodation with reasonable tariffs.
d£25 pps. s£25-30.
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Roseleigh House
19 Rosetta Park, Belfast BT6 0DL
T: (028) 9064 4414  www.roseleighhouse.co.uk
Period Victorian home with lots of character in
the exclusive Rosetta Park in South Belfast. Our
rooms are fitted to a high standard. Located a
few minutes’ walk from the Ormeau Road with
a choice of bars, shops and restaurants. Five
6 rooms, 6 ensuite.
minute drive from the city centre, Waterfront Hall,
d£35 pps. s£45.
Titanic Quarter and Odyssey. Varied breakfast
menu catering to all tastes. Closed Christmas.
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Campus
Queen’s Elms Village
78 Malone Road, Belfast BT9 5BW
T: (028) 9097 4403  www.stayatqueens.com
Queen’s University provides a perfect base for
discovering Northern Ireland. Set in a leafy
residential area, this modern, village-style
residence is located 800 metres from the
1630 rooms, 1125 ensuite. University campus and is a 15 minute walk to
Prices on request. Belfast City centre.
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Maranatha Guest House
254 Ravenhill Road, Belfast BT6 8GJ
T: (028) 9046 0200  www.maranathahouse.com
Maranatha House is a private, boutique
guesthouse which provides visitors with an
attractive and unique setting. Fully refurbished we
offer a range of modern accommodation, and can
10 rooms, 10 ensuite. cater for groups, families and corporate clients.
d£35-40 pps. s£45-55. Located within walking distance of Belfast city
centre, Central railway station and 10 minute drive
from Belfast City Airport.
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Pearl Court Guesthouse
11 Malone Road, Belfast BT9 6RT
T: (028) 9066 6145  www.pearlcourt.com
In the heart of Belfast’s Queen’s Quarter, this
centrally located guesthouse offers the business
traveller and tourist alike a friendly welcome and a
comfortable stay. Free internet and WiFi available.
10 rooms, 6 ensuite. We offer a cooked breakfast.
d£25 pps. s£30.
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Stranmillis University College
Stranmillis Road, Belfast BT9 5DY
T: (028) 9038 4251  www.stran.ac.uk
Set within a quiet location yet only 2 miles from
the city centre, Stranmillis University College
offers comfortable and affordable accommodation
for those wishing to visit the city. Located only 15
458 rooms, 58 ensuite. minutes from the George Best City Airport and less
d£31-37 pps. s£31-37. than 30 minutes from Belfast International Airport.
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Beech Hill
23 Ballymoney Road, Holywood BT23 4TG
T: (028) 9042 5892  www.beech-hill.net
Lovely Georgian style house situated in peaceful
Holywood hills. Only 15 minutes from Belfast city
centre & George Best Belfast City Airport and 20
3 rooms, 3 ensuite. minutes from Belfast docks. 3 ensuite bedrooms
d£45-50 pps. s£55-60. on the ground floor well equipped with tea trays,
telephones, flat screen televisions and free WiFi.
Just 10 minutes from Holywood, Bangor, Newtownards
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Bay Cottage B&B
61 Loughview Road, Crumlin BT29 4ED
T: (028) 9442 8350  www.baycottageireland.com
A family home offering guests the choice of two
comfortable bedrooms (one ensuite, one with
private bathroom) and the use of a sitting room,
furnished with an eclectic mix of furniture and all
2 rooms, 1 ensuite.
with views of Lough Neagh. There is also a self
d£32.50-40 pps. s£38-50.
contained apartment suitable for a family or 3-4
adults on either B&B or self catering basis. Evening
meals by arrangement. Discounts available.
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All Seasons B&B
356 Lisburn Road, Belfast BT9 6GJ
T: (028) 9068 2814  www.allseasonsbelfast.com
All Seasons offers spacious ensuite
accommodation in a prime location with private
parking. Easy access to Queen’s University, King’s
Hall, Belfast city centre, ferry terminals, airports
7 rooms, 7 ensuite. and motorways. Recently refurbished to a very
d£25 pps. s£35. high standard.
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Anna’s House
35 Lisbarnett Road, Comber BT23 6AW
T: (028) 9754 1566  www.annashouse.com
This beautiful country house serving organic food
with true hospitality is highly recommended by
Michelin, Bridgestone, Special Places, Lonely
Planet, Georgina Campbell and Time Out (all
3 rooms, 3 ensuite. 2008). George Best Belfast City Airport 11 miles,
d£100-120 pps. s£50-60. Belfast City centre 14 miles. Strangford Lough,
nature reserves and National Trust gardens
nearby. Voted UK’S best “Home from Home” by
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Bramble Lodge
1 Bryansburn Road, Bangor BT20 3RY
T: (028) 9145 7924
A cosy little B&B located just minutes from
Bangor centre, Marina and train & bus station.
Your hosts will make you feel at home and share
their extensive local knowledge to help you make
3 rooms, 3 ensuite. the most of your visit. We take breakfast very
d£30-32.50 pps. s£35-40. seriously at Bramble Lodge, offering a hearty
full Ulster breakfast as well as a daily special,
anything from salmon with scrambled eggs to
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3 rooms, 1 ensuite.
From d£35 pps. From s£35.
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3 rooms, 2 ensuite.
d£27.50 pps. s£35.
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d£47.50 pps. s£70.
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Abbeydene House
20 Abbeydene Manor, Newtownabbey BT37 9JQ
T: 07810 781 533  www.abbeydene.co.uk
Victorian mansion set in a quiet location
overlooking Belfast Lough. It was built in 1850
and enjoys a great history when, in 1945, General
Dwight Eisenhower visited the House. Your hosts,
Tim and Ethy Clifford, will ensure that your stay
will be enjoyable and comfortable. 
Bridge House
5 Bridge Road, Helens Bay BT19 1TW
T: (028) 9185 2330  www.sleepbridgehouse.co.uk
Situated in Helen’s Bay, close to Belfast and
Bangor, Bridge House is the ideal base for both
business and pleasure. Family run B&B offering
comfortable ensuite accommodation with a variety
of countryside, forest and seaside walks directly
from the house. Only 2 minutes from the Helen’s
Bay train station.
An Reimse
2a Sheepwalk Road, Lisburn BT28 3RD
T: (028) 9264 8654  www.anreimse.net
Luxury bungalow with panoramic views over
Lough Neagh. Relax in our beautiful conservatory
or stroll around the gardens. Convenient to
Belfast International and George Best City Airports
and a host of visitor attractions. You can be sure
of a warm welcome, excellent cuisine and a
relaxing stay.
Ballylagan Organic
Farm Guesthouse
12 Ballylagan Road, Ballyclare BT39 9NF
T: (028) 9332 2129  www.ballylagan.com
Restored 19th century farmhouse on a working
organic farm. 25 minutes from Belfast airports
and ferry port, 15 minutes from Causeway Coastal
Route. Elegantly styled bedrooms, with goose
down duvets, organic bed linen and towels. Wood
burning stoves in bedrooms and library/reception
room. Floodlit tennis court for guest use. Tea
room and organic farm shop on site.
Citilodge
7-13 Cromwell Road, Belfast BT7 1JW
T: (028) 9032 4820  www.citilodgebelfast.co.uk
Within walking distance to Belfast City centre,
central bus station, Queen’s University and Botanic
Gardens. Situated within the Botanic area where
Botanic Avenue is the heart of Belfast’s nightlife,
restaurants, cafés, pubs and clubs. Free WiFi.
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2 rooms, 2 ensuite.
d£30-40 pps. s£35-45.
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Dunhill Cottage
47b Carnreagh, Hillsborough BT26 6LJ
T: (028) 9268 3024  www.dunhillcottage.co.uk
Dunhill Cottage, offers the very best in luxury
accommodation. Only 5 minutes walk to the
picturesque, Georgian village of Hillsborough.
Enjoy a tour around Hillsborough Castle or a walk
in Hillsborough Forest Park. The village boasts
fine dining in the award winning bar/restaurants-
The Plough, The Hillside and The Parson’s Nose.
Only 15 minutes drive from Belfast and close to
Down Royal Race Course.
Greenmount B&B
45 Andersonstown Road, Belfast BT11 9AF
T: 07904 103 970  www.greenmountbandb.com
This family-run business provides a friendly
atmosphere with attention to personal detail.
Shopping centres, cafés, restaurants and pubs
within easy walking distance. Two minutes drive
from both M1 and M2 motorways and a 10
minute bus or taxi ride from Belfast City centre.
Greenmount provides a ‘home from home’
atmosphere. Parking available on request.
Maryville House Tearooms
& Boutique B&B
2 Maryville Park, Belfast BT9 6LN
T: (028) 9068 1510  www.maryvillehouse.co.uk
Maryville House is a fine example of a
Victorian Gentleman’s residence situated on the
cosmopolitan Lisburn Road in South Belfast.
Renovated and opened in 2010, it is the only
boutique Bed & Breakfast in Belfast.
Sleepy Cedars B&B
69 Cedar Avenue, Belfast BT15 5AT
T: 07753 183 386  www.sleepycedars.com
Sleepy Cedars provides great value B&B in
Belfast. Situated in a beautifully restored Victorian
house, this B&B is just 5 minutes drive from
Belfast City centre, ferry ports and Belfast Castle.
Sleepy Cedars is within easy access of M1 /M2
motorways and George Best Belfast City Airport.
Along with good value comes comfort in the large
airy bedrooms decorated with art from around the
world. Free WiFi.
Windermere House
60 Wellington Park, Belfast BT9 6DP
T: (028) 9066 2693
www.windermereguesthouse.co.uk
Convenient for city centre shopping, theatres and
restaurants, this Victorian house is situated in a
quiet residential area near Queen’s University and
Botanic Gardens. A warm homely atmosphere and
welcome prevails.
Glendona House
22 Gobrana Road, Glenavy, Crumlin BT29 4LQ
T: (028) 9442 2283  www.glendona.com
An elegant Victorian mansion set in 4 acres of
mature gardens and woodland. Built at the turn of
the 19th century, the house was previously owned
by Lord Abingdon. A unique blend of historical,
3 rooms, 2 ensuite. charming, country life and modern convenience
d£25-32.50 pps. s£30-40. make Glendona House truly exceptional.
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Kate’s B&B
127 University Street, Belfast BT7 1HP
T: (028) 9028 2091
Terraced Victorian townhouse close to Queen’s
University, restaurants and theatres. Our motto is
‘a home from home’ and our best efforts are made
to provide exactly that. Pets Welcome.
9 rooms, 3 ensuite.
d£25 pps. s£25.
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Oakfield B&B
9 Crumlin Road, Lower Ballinderry,
Lisburn BT28 2JU
T: (028) 9265 1307  www.oakfieldguesthouse.com
Converted period farmhouse circa 1850, on the
shores of the scenic Lough Beg. Close to all
amenities it offers a friendly family atmosphere.
5 rooms, 5 ensuite. The large garden is perfect for a barbecue. The
d£30 pps. s£35-40. perfect place to relax and a great base to explore
the Glens of Antrim and Mountains of Mourne.
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Somerton House
22 Lansdowne Road, Belfast BT15 4DB
T: (028) 9037 0717  www.somertonhouse.co.uk
Beautiful Victorian townhouse convenient to
Belfast City centre and closest B&B to the ferry
terminal, shops, pubs, restaurants, Belfast Castle,
zoo and golf course. Just 10 minutes from air,
8 rooms, 6 ensuite. rail, ferry terminals and shopping outlets. Free
d£24-34 pps. s£35-48. computer access and WiFi available.
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3 units, sleeps 6-8.
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451 Shore Road, Newtownabbey BT37 9SE
T: (028) 9085 4777  www.abbeyselfcatering.co.uk
3 luxurious properties in the grounds of an historic
Georgian Grade II Listed residence overlooking, and
with private access to Belfast Lough. Within easy
access of the M2/M5 Motorway, and less than 10
minutes from Belfast city centre and Titanic Belfast.
Public transport-both bus and train-within minutes.
Conveniently located at the start of the coastal
route to the Giant’s Causeway. Safe off-road parking.
Self Catering
Accommodation Belfast
3 properties in city centre & Queen’s Quarter
T: (028) 9336 8255  Victoria Apartments is only a 5-10 minute taxi drive
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Enjoy Belfast on your doorstep when you stay at
any one of our beautifully presented city centre
3, 4 or 5 star self catering apartments. Located
just off Belfast’s Golden mile within easy walking
distance of numerous attractions, shopping,
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Willesden Park
15 Willesden Pk, Malone Lower, Belfast BT9 5GX
T: (028) 9045 9762
www.willesdenpark-belfast.co.uk
Situated only 15 minutes from Belfast but in a
peaceful residential area, this wonderful house
in Willesden Park is ideally suited for short term
lease by families and business people alike. If you
are looking to stay in Belfast for a short time, this
fully serviced, recently renovated 1930’s house is
a perfect place to find rest and relaxation.
Belfast City Apartment
11 Ashburne Place, Belfast BT7 1SE
T: 07730 432 014  www.belfastcityapartment.com
Belfast City Apartment is located in an excellent
city centre location just off Belfast’s golden
mile. This beautiful two bedroom apartment is
furnished to a high standard, including LCD
television with Sky channels, as well as computer
with wireless internet and full central heating.
Ideal for couples and families with children.
Brookhill Serviced
Apartments
41 Eglantine Avenue, Belfast BT9 6EW
T: 07531 379 497  www.brookhillapartments.net
Brookhill luxury Serviced Apartments are situated
in the beautiful tree lined Eglantine Avenue,
between the leafy suburbs of the Malone Road
and the Lisburn Road, one of the city’s upcoming
hotspots for fine dining and boutique shopping.
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Ballystockart Farm Cottages
17 Hillhead Road, Dundonald BT16 1XD
T: (028) 9187 2682  www.bfcottages.com
These cottages are part of a recently converted
corn mill and have been finished to a very high
standard. Although housed in an old building,
they have a modern feel and the original features
have been retained where possible, including the
original well. Located 8 miles from Belfast City
Centre and close to all major transport links.
Victoria Apartments
26-28 Windsor Park, Belfast BT9 6FR
T: (028) 9066 6400  www.victoriaapartments.co.uk
to Belfast city centre. Buses depart every 10 minutes
throughout the day taking maximum 15 minutes
to reach the city centre. From Belfast City Airport,
Victoria Apartments is a 15 minute taxi journey.
Belfast Breaks -
Malone View
52 Malone Avenue, Belfast BT9 6ER
T: (028) 9077 6889  www.belfastbreaks.com
Refurbished semi-detached house with on street
parking. Large, modern, fully equipped kitchen. One
mile to city centre, 20 minutes walk or by short bus
journey. Five minutes walk to Queen’s University
and Ulster Museum. Supermarkets, shops, bars and
many restaurants all within walking distance.
Aubrey Properties
c/o 14 Deramore Drive, Belfast BT9 5JQ
T: (028) 9066 6046
www.aubreypropertiesbelfast.com
Apartments in Central and South Belfast suitable
for 1-6 people, all fully furnished and equipped
to high standard. All units have TV, video, DVD,
CD player, washer/dryer, microwave, dishwasher,
fridge/freezer, and WiFi. Linen, towels, utilities
and weekly cleaning are included in the rental.
Rates are competitive, and negotiable for longer
stays or single occupancy.
Castlewood Apartments
Paradise Walk, Templepatrick BT39 0GA
T: (028) 9032 4333
www.castlewoodapartments.co.uk
Castlewood Apartments are situated next to the
Hilton Hotel within the grounds of the Castle
Upton estate at Templepatrick. Belfast City Centre
the North Coast is close by. Ideal for corporate or
business users, tourists, golf trips, families and
wedding parties.
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City Resorts
City centre, Queen’s Quarter and South Belfast
T: (028) 9087 2457  www.cityresorts.com
Our Somerset Mews townhouse is right in the
heart of Belfast. This great location gives easy
access to all of the sights, bars, restaurants and
shops and the business centre of Belfast. Just a 5
1, 2, 3+5 bedroom units, minute walk to City Hall, the Grand Opera House,
sleeps 1-9. From £339 per the Europa train/bus station and all the shops,
week. From £57 per night. this modern, well-equipped townhouse has
everything that you might need for a perfect stay.
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Flat 1
Flat 1, 268 Lisburn Road, Belfast BT9 6GF
T: (028) 9020 9956
Situated 1.5 miles from Belfast city centre on a
main arterial route with a bus service every 10
minutes. Close to cafes, bars, supermarkets and
all amenities. Within walking distance of Queen’s
2 bedrooms, sleeps 3. University, Belfast King’s Hall and Botanic Gardens.
£300-400 per week. Off Street parking. Five minutes from M1 off-slip
for South Belfast. Weekend breaks available.
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Hallmount Cottage
53 Ballylesson Road, Belfast BT8 8JS
T: (028) 9069 3507  www.hallmountcottage.com
Stay in this unique, traditional 1800’s, rural
cottage set in the quiet, peaceful countryside yet
be in the heart of lively downtown Belfast within
10 minutes. This 2 bedroom cottage is ideally
2 bedrooms, sleeps 3. situated to offer you a central base from which to
£325-425 per week. explore the city and the province.
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Malone Lodge Apartments
Eglantine Avenue, Belfast BT9 6DY
T: (028) 9038 8056  T: (028) 9032 2228  www.mullanproperty.com
www.malonelodgehotelbelfast.com
The Malone Lodge is one of Belfast’s finest
townhouse hotels located just minutes from
Westlink/M1/M2 and within a 5 minute walk of
16 units, 1+2 bedrooms, Queen’s University, Botanic Gardens and the Ulster
sleeps 2-5. Museum. Guests can avail of all hotel facilities
Prices on request. during a stay in our beautifully presented apartments.
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Rosevale Farm Cottages
76 Cootehall Road, Bangor BT19 1UW
T: (028) 9185 2880  www.coastalandcountry.com
Home comforts in traditional Irish cottages. Two
fully refurbished cottages with their origins in the
18th century. Two newly-built cottages designed
in the vernacular style. Secluded country views.
4 Cottages, 1-3 bedrooms, Rare breeds farm. Turf-burning stove. Authentic
sleeps 2-6. furnishings. Check our website for further
From £400-600 per week. details. Shorter breaks Oct-May and weekend
breaks available.
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23 units, 1+2 bedrooms,
sleeps 2-4.
Prices on request.
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4 units, 5 bedrooms, sleeps 5.
Prices on request.
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3 units, 1+4 bedroom units,
sleeps 3-8. From £200-700 per
week. Weekends from £140.
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5 units, 1+2 bedrooms,
sleeps 2-4.
£250-450 per week.
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20 units, 1 bedroom, sleeps 2.
£275-450 per week.
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Cordia Serviced
Apartments
355-367 Lisburn Road, Belfast BT9 7EP
T: (028) 9038 0900  www.cordiaapartments.com
Situated on one of Belfast’s most sought after
addresses, the Lisburn Road, Cordia Apartments
offer luxurious accommodation with breath taking
views over the Black Mountains. All decorated
to the highest standards, including fully stocked
kitchens and all the modern conveniences you
could require.
Glenwhirry Court
Glenville Road, Newtownabbey BT37 0PF
T: (028) 9024 5999
Each unit has five bedrooms with wash hand
basin, separate bath or shower room, two toilets,
kitchen and living room. Kitchen is equipped
with fridge, and full cooker. Electric and heating
included in price. Prices per person available
on request.
Innish Beg Cottages
Blaney, Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh BT93 7EP
T: (028) 6864 1525  www.innishbegcottages.com
Come and enjoy our purpose built yoga centre
just 1 hour + 40 minutes drive from Belfast.
Tranquil location creates a comfortable and
relaxing escape. We offer boating, fishing,
walking, yoga, singing and painting activity
breaks. Facilities include: sauna, hot tub, private
jetty and scenic lake views. Visit our website
yogaholidayireland.com for more details.
Mullan Property
Properties in Titanic Quarter & Belfast City Centre
Apartments are located in the heart of Belfast City
Centre-just a few minutes walk from the bustling
Cathedral Quarter, city centre shops and popular
pubs, clubs and restaurants. Parking is provided
with selected apartments and a private balcony is
available on others. Internet access on request. For
details of what is available in each apartment and
to view images and video clips, visit our website.
Sandhurst House
Fitzroy Avenue, Belfast BT7 1HT
T: (028) 9033 0700  www.brookhillapartments.net
Sandhurst House is newly built block of
apartments situated near the University district of
Belfast which is full of shops, bars, restaurants,
etc. The building is completely new and
finished to a high standard and consists of 1
and 2 bedroom, fully furnished apartments. The
apartments have a kitchen and a dining area, 1
toilet, 1 or 2 shower rooms, and a lounge.

Self Catering
Self Catering Belfast
5 Salisbury Court, Belfast BT7 1DD
T: (028) 9336 8255  www.selfcateringbelfast.com
Enjoy luxury, style and comfort in a Northern
Ireland Tourist Board certified self catering
accommodation. This serviced apartment is
conveniently located in Belfast city centre. This
2 bedrooms, sleeps 4. competitively priced two bedroom apartment is
£525 per week. ideal for up to 4 persons. Free WiFi available.
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Strangford Arms
Self Catering
92 Church Street, Newtownards BT23 4AL
T: (028) 9181 4141  www.strangfordhotel.com
Located on the same terrace as the Strangford Arms
Hotel, this serviced self-catering 2 bedroom house
features all modern conveniences, including a
2 bedrooms, sleeps 4. fully fitted kitchen, living/dining/reception area
Prices on request. with a 32” digital TV, direct dial telephone and
free WiFi. Private yard to the rear of property. Free
parking. Guests have access to the hotel facilities
WiFi € and LeWinters Bistro, Bar & Restaurant.
Hostel + Camper/Motorhome Hire
Arnie’s Backpackers 
63 Fitzwilliam Street, Belfast BT9 6AX
T: (028) 9024 2867  22 Donegall Road, Belfast BT12 5JN
www.arniesbackpackers.co.uk
Friendly independent hostel situated in the
beautiful Queen’s University area and only a 10-
15 minute walk from Belfast City centre and bus/
27 beds. rail stations. Offers a kitchen and complimentary
Beds £10-12. tea/coffee and biscuits on arrival. TV and games
room on site.
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Bunk Campers
T: (028) 9187 9871  www.bunkcampers.com
Bunk Campers is Ireland’s largest campervan rental
company with depots located just a 15 minute
transfer from Belfast and Dublin Airport. We offer
2, 4 & 6 berth campervans that are compact,
easy and economical to drive. On board facilities
Rent a campervan from £55 include gas hob, fridge, shower, iPod connectivity
/€70 per day. and a comfortable bed. Daily rental rates from
£55/€70 include insurance for one named driver,
breakdown cover and unlimited mileage.
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2 bedrooms, sleeps 4.
£450-600 per week.
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3 units, 2 bedrooms, sleeps 5.
£525 per week.
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202 beds, 54 ensuite.
Beds £10.50-15.50.
d£15-21 pps. s£21.50-31.50.
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Staybelfastcity
Apartment 401, Somerset Studios, Belfast BT7 1RP
T: (028) 9022 6183  www.staybelfastcity.com
Somerset studios is stunning city centre duplex
apartment set in a converted mill, offering an
ideal location to visit Belfast and the surrounding
area, Great Victoria Street Bus & Train station
and the busy / lively city centre are a 2 minute
walk away. We offer a high standard of service
to our customers and strive to meet all their
requirements. Very competitive rates offered.
Whitethorn Cottages
70 Tullynagardy Road, Newtownards BT23 4TB
T: (028) 9181 3710  www.whitethorncottages.com
Idyllic location, 10 miles from Belfast. Views
of Strangford Lough and Scrabo Tower. Ideally
situated close to Ulster Folk and Transport
Museum. Ideal for sailing and within close reach
of 14 golf clubs.
Belfast International
Youth Hostel
T: (028) 9031 5435  www.hini.org.uk
Refurbished hostel with single and large group
rooms and ensuite options. Bus/train stations
and City Hall/Belfast City centre all nearby. Café,
library, shop, foreign exchange and 24 hour
reception. Group rates and facilities on site. Open
365 days a year. Kitchen/laundry facilities for
guest use, TV and games room on site.
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BY AIR
George Best
Belfast City Airport
The airport is situated
just three miles from
Belfast City Centre. The
SCOTLAND Airport Express 600 bus
service runs from the
airport terminal to the city
centre every 20 minutes
(05.30 - 22.05) Monday to
Friday. (Please check the
timetable for services on
Saturdays and Sundays).
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IRELAND International Airport
Belfast International
Airport at Aldergrove
Belfast
is 30 minutes drive via
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WALES ENGLAND Airbus service operates
between the airport
and Belfast City Centre
every 30 minutes,
Monday to Saturday,
and at 30 or 60 minute
intervals on a Sunday.
This service operates
between 05.45hrs and
23.20hrs. Please check
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during off peak times and
weekends.
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BY SEA
Belfast is easily accessed
by sea with crossings
from both Scotland and
England. Travel by state
of the art superfast ferries
with journey times from
just 2 hours 15 minutes.
BY RAIL
The Enterprise service
runs 8 times daily
(5 times on Sundays)
from Dublin to Belfast.
The journey time is
approximately 2 hours.
T: 028 9066 6630
Enterprise tickets and
seat reservations
T: 028 9089 9409
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BY BUS
Dublin Airport Express
Coach Service operates
from Dublin Airport
24 hours a day, with
a journey time of
approximately 2 hours.
028 9066 6630
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Belfast City Airport Newcastle Aer Lingus — —
belfastcityairport.com Newquay aerlingus.com Stena Line Argus Car Rentals
028 9093 9093 Southampton 0871 718 2020 stenaline.co.uk ArgusCarHire.com
— East Midlands London Heathrow 0844 770 7070 0844 330 2582
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Jersey britishairways.com 028 9055 4422 Belfast City Centre
Leeds/ Bradford 0844 8484 888 028 9032 5520
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— Airport
Value Cabs 028 9445 9644
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028 9080 9080 City Airport
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— 028 9073 9400
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fonaCAB —
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— London Stansted Leeds Bradford
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— 0844 659 4000
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International Airport —
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Taxis Company Lindsay Ford Rentals
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Amsterdam Nice Toulouse
028 9448 4353 028 9065 4687
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Bristol — Tenerife
Edinburgh Jet2 —
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Geneva 0871 226 1737 united.com
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Value Cabs
Depart Arrive Carrier Sailing Time
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Douglas Belfast Isle of Man Steam Packet Co 2 hours 55 mins
Liverpool Belfast Stena Line 8 hours Present a Value Cabs receipt
within 7 days of your journey to
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any of their participating partners
Cairnryan Larne P&O Irish Sea (ferry) 2 hours
including restaurants, cafes,
Troon Larne P&O Irish Sea (fast craft) 1 hour 50 mins entertainment venues, clubs
Holyhead Dun Laoghaire Stena HSS (Stena Express) 2 hours and service providers to avail of
Holyhead Dublin Port Stena Line (ferry) 3 hours 15 mins exclusive offers and discounts.
Fishguard Rosslare Stena Line (ferry) 3 hours 30 mins valuecabs.co.uk

This information is correct at time of publication but is subject to change without notice. Please check
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