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A mini guide to
Titanic Quarter & East Belfast: tips and FAQs
Local know-how and common questions
Local know-how
Tips for visiting
Start at the slipways
Titanic Belfast's own site lists the Titanic Slipways, the Maritime Mile and SS Nomadic among the things to explore around the museum. Check titanicbelfast.com for tickets and opening times.
Check opening times
Several ships and museums here are seasonal or have limited days. Look at each attraction's own site before you go; the SS Nomadic and HMS Caroline have separate pages.
Stormont is free to visit
The Stormont Estate is open to the public and entry is free, according to nidirect. Parliament Buildings offer tours that you book through the Northern Ireland Assembly's site.
Ride Glider to Ballyhackamore
Glider G1 serves the Newtownards Road side of east Belfast; for Ballyhackamore on the Upper Newtownards Road, check Translink for local bus routes.
Follow the Lewis trail
C. S. Lewis Square on the Newtownards Road is the start for walks round the writer's east Belfast. The tourism board lists a C. S. Lewis Trail.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is Titanic Quarter & East Belfast?
Titanic Quarter & East Belfast is in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Shipyard heritage on the Lagan, then C. S. Lewis, Stormont and east Belfast high streets. Nearby stops and stations include Titanic Quarter, Glider G2, Glider G1.
How long do I need in Titanic Quarter & East Belfast?
A full day, or a half day for the Titanic Quarter alone. Allow longer if you plan to eat out or visit several attractions.
What are the highlights?
Highlights include Titanic Belfast, SS Nomadic, Thompson Dock and Pump-House. See the Things to do page for more.
How do I get there?
Nearby: Titanic Quarter (Trains); Glider G2 (Bus rapid transit); Glider G1 (Bus rapid transit); Belfast City Airport (Flights). The Getting there page links to the official schedules and journey planners.
Where can I eat and drink?
We list 12 places to eat and drink in and around Titanic Quarter & East Belfast, with filters to help you choose.
Where should I stay?
We list 4 hotels and other places to stay nearby. Check availability and prices with each property.
Is Titanic Quarter & East Belfast 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 Titanic Quarter & East Belfast
A few of the sights in the area. The Things to do page lists them all, with directions and official links.
Samson and Goliath
Twin shipbuilding gantry cranes on Queen's Island, named after the biblical figures and dominating the Belfast skyline.
W5
Science and discovery center in the Odyssey complex at Queen's Quay, aimed at families.
Parliament Buildings, Stormont
Seat of the Northern Ireland Assembly, designed by Arnold Thornely and opened in 1932 at Stormont.
Northern Ireland
More areas to explore
The Causeway Coast
Basalt columns, ruined castles and sea cliffs between Portrush and Ballycastle
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Derry~Londonderry
A walled city on the River Foyle with museums, cathedrals and a footbridge across the water
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The Mournes & Newcastle
Granite mountains, forest parks and a seaside town at the foot of Slieve Donard
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- C. S. Lewis Square: Otter, CC BY-SA 4.0, source
- Samson and Goliath: Joseph Mischyshyn, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- W5: Ardfern, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
- Parliament Buildings, Stormont: Johndmcdonald, CC BY-SA 3.0, 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
- Belfast city centre & Cathedral Quarter: Bryn Holmes, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
Photos from Wikimedia Commons, used under the licences shown. All photo credits
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