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A mini guide to
Belfast city centre & Cathedral Quarter: tips and FAQs
Local know-how and common questions
Local know-how
Tips for visiting
Walk the Entries
The narrow alleys off High Street and Ann Street, such as Joy's Entry and Winecellar Entry, link several historic pubs. Look for the street names on the walls.
See the Crown Bar
The Crown Liquor Saloon on Great Victoria Street is a National Trust property run as a pub. Check the National Trust page for visiting details.
St George's Market
The covered market on May Street is run by Belfast City Council. Check the council's page for the days and hours when it opens.
Ride the Glider
Translink Glider buses connect the city center with the Titanic Quarter (G2) and with east and west Belfast (G1), so you do not need a taxi for the waterfront.
Book ahead for theater
The Grand Opera House, Ulster Hall and the MAC publish programs on their own sites. Check there before you travel.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is Belfast city center & Cathedral Quarter?
Belfast city center & Cathedral Quarter is in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Civic landmarks, historic pubs and the alleys of the Cathedral Quarter. Nearby stops and stations include Belfast Grand Central, Belfast Lanyon Place, Glider.
How long do I need in Belfast city center & Cathedral Quarter?
Half a day to a day. Allow longer if you plan to eat out or visit several attractions.
What are the highlights?
Highlights include Belfast City Hall, St Anne's Cathedral, Custom House. See the Things to do page for more.
How do I get there?
Nearby: Belfast Grand Central (Trains and buses); Belfast Lanyon Place (Trains); Glider (Bus rapid transit); Donegall Square (Buses). The Getting there page links to the official schedules and journey planners.
Where can I eat and drink?
We list 26 places to eat and drink in and around Belfast city center & Cathedral Quarter, with filters to help you choose.
Where should I stay?
We list 9 hotels and other places to stay nearby. Check availability and prices with each property.
Is Belfast city center & Cathedral Quarter accessible?
Accessibility varies by street, building and venue. Check each attraction or operator’s access information before you travel.
While you are here
Things to see in Belfast city centre & Cathedral Quarter
A few of the sights in the area. The Things to do page lists them all, with directions and official links.
Lagan Weir
Weir across the River Lagan, opened in 1994, that ended the tidal mudflats once exposed at low tide.
Belfast City Hall
Grade A listed civic building in Donegall Square, home of Belfast City Council.
St Anne's Cathedral
Romanesque-style Anglican cathedral on Donegall Street that serves two dioceses and anchors the Cathedral Quarter.
Northern Ireland
More areas to explore
Titanic Quarter & East Belfast
Shipyard heritage on the Lagan, then C. S. Lewis, Stormont and east Belfast high streets
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The Causeway Coast
Basalt columns, ruined castles and sea cliffs between Portrush and Ballycastle
Open the mini guide →
Derry~Londonderry
A walled city on the River Foyle with museums, cathedrals and a footbridge across the water
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- St George's Market: Ardfern, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
- Lagan Weir: Urbancowboy89, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
- Belfast City Hall: Giorgio Galeotti, CC BY 4.0, source
- St Anne's Cathedral: The original uploader was Stuart at English Wikipedia., CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- Titanic Quarter & East Belfast: Suicasmo, CC BY-SA 4.0, source
- The Causeway Coast: Ajay Suresh from New York, NY, USA, CC BY 2.0, source
- Derry~Londonderry: Mario Falcetti, CC BY 4.0, source
- The Mournes & Newcastle: Ardfern, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
- Fermanagh Lakelands: Joli, CC BY-SA 4.0, source
Photos from Wikimedia Commons, used under the licences shown. All photo credits
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