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Belfast City is located in County Antrim. Belfast, although Ireland's second largest city, is a relatively compact city with most of its points of interest within walking distance of the city centre, which is centred around Donegal Square. Most visitors will start their visit to the city near Donegal Square which is dominated by Belfast City Hall. The bulk of Belfast's shopping streets are located north of Donegall Square, around the principal street Donegal Place.
Belfast's main visitor attractions include, The Ulster Museum, which is the principal museum of Northern Ireland, The Grand Opera House which is Northern Ireland's premier theatre, The Botanical Gardens, The Linen Hall Library, which is Belfast's oldest library, and the Odyssey Arena, Ireland's largest indoor venue, which hosts music and sports events.
Belfast is extremely accessible, home to two airports, as well as Belfast and Larne ferryports. Rail services to the rest of Northern Ireland, and to Dublin are also available, as well as bus and a good road network. Details on getting around Belfast, and of the air- and seaports can be found in our Belfast Transport Guide.
Below are some of Top attractions in Belfast.
Titanic Ship-Many cities and locations lay claim to a Titanic story but only one place can take credit for her legendary design, build and craftsmanship - Belfast. Much has been written about the tragedy of Titanic on her maiden voyage, however little has been said about the Harland and Wolff Shipyard and their design and incredible craftsmanship of vessels over the years. You can visit many different exhibits surrounding the history and building of the Titanic.
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Titanic's Dock and Pump House Tour 
Date: Daily at 11am and 2pm
Venue: Thompson Dry Dock
Tickets: £3 - £12
- Titanic Ghost Boat Tour
Date: 17 April 2009
Tickets: £12
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Titanic Interactive Trail
Date: Daily throughout the year
Tickets: Special festival price - £5
Belfast Castle - a beautiful Scottish Baronial castle whic h is set on the side of Belfast's Cave Hill, 40 ft above sea level. Beautiful theme gardens, way marked walks and Heritage Centre. Tours will take place only when there is not a function being held in the castle and groups should be of twenty to fifty people.
Belfast City Hall - Completed in 1906 to commemor ate Queen Victoria giving Belfast the status of City in 1888, the City Hall was built in the classic Renaissance style in Portland Stone. Its crowning feature is the great Dome, covered with copper and terminating with a stone lantern. The Dome is 173 feet high and is easily recognised throughout the City of Belfast
Botanic Gardens and Palm House -The rose g arden and herbaceous borders were established in 1920. Construction of the Palm House began in 1839, and the Tropical Ravine, or Fernery, completed in 1889 which is a fine example of horticultural Victoriana. The plants grow in a sunken glen overlooked by a balcony. Wheelchair access. Free access always to gardens. Closes for lunch.
Cave Hill Country Park -Interesting archaeological and natural features. Climb Cave Hill past Neolithic caves for a panoramic view form MacArts Fort. United Irishmen planned rebellion on this hilltop in 1798. Trails and adventure playground. Parking at Castle, Zoo, Hazelwood, Carrs Glen and Wallace Estate.
The Ulster Museum - noted for its collections of Irish art, history, natural sciences and archaeology. Early Ireland gallery (10,000 BC-1,500 BC). Galleries start to close at 4.50 pm. The Museum's remarkable permanent collection of Irish, British, European and American art is complemented by major exhibitions in the newly-refurbished premier temporary exhibitions gallery and other spaces.
Interesting Shopping- There is a huge range of shops in Belfast City Centre, a comopolitan shopping experience speciality shops, luxury brands, designer boutiques, m arkets, eateries, and beauty parlours. South of the City Hall you will discover street names that reflect Belfast’s status as the centre of Ireland’s commercial textile industry. Bedford Street, which was first developed in the 1850s for linen warehouses, has a honey pot of top fine independent boutiques.
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Best Western Maugherabuoy House Hotel ,Portrush
Stay at this Portrush hotel ideally situated 1.5 miles from the world famous Royal Portrush Golf Club.The Best Western Magherabuoy House Hotel is located on the north coast of Ireland in the lovely town of Portrush, which combines its past with today's contemporary world. Hotel guests will have easy access to the picturesque and romantic Dunluce Castle; Bushmills Distillery-the world's oldest licensed whiskey distillery and the University of Ulster.
This recently renovated hotel features modern technologies with all the luxuries and amenities needed in a traditional setting. Enjoy a complimentary full breakfast each morning and relax in the hotel lounge after a long day of sightseeing. Family suites as well as luxury suites with a view are also available.
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Leona'a tea room & bakery, traditional Irish home baking, 10am to 4pm Monday through Saturday
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The Griffin Restaurant, on premises, Irish with a modern twist, 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Cobblers Bistro, on premises, Eclectic, 12:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
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Acapulco -75 Botanic Avenue, Belfast, Co Antrim
Arches Restaurant -Jury's Inn Belfast, Fisherwick Place, Great Victoria Street, Belfast, BT2 7AP, Co Antrim
Ashoka -363 Lisburn Road,-
Bar Bacca -Belfast, Co Antrim
Bishops Restaurant -Award-winning fish and chip bar in Bradbury Place. |
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