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The FoF guide to Belfast & Northern Ireland

Belfast is a compact city with loads of great things to do, plus it's in easy reach of the rest of NI.

 

Here are our tips on how to get here and what to do...

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Circusful, our HQ in Gordon St

How to get here...

By air

Flights from all major UK and European cities arrive at either of Belfast’s two airports. Belfast International is 19 miles from the city centre, and George Best Belfast City Airport three miles from the city centre.

By boat

Stena Line sails up to six times a day between Belfast and Cairnryan, and up to twice a day between Belfast and Liverpool. P&O sails up to nine times a day from Cairnryan to Larne, and twice a day from Troon to Larne from the end of March to end of September.

By bus

Translink Metro buses are very regular throughout the day. A single journey bus ticket starts at £1.60. Smartlink day tickets start at £3.00 off peak or £3.50 unlimited See translink.co.uk

By train

Lines run between Belfast and Dublin, Larne, Londonderry and points in between. For routes and fares, visit translink.co.uk.

Contact Translink 028 90 66 66 30 or visit translink.co.uk for up-to-date timetable information.

Things to see & do...

Discover Northern Ireland and Visit Belfast are excellent sources of information on what to do and see during your stay in Northern Ireland.

Here are some of our suggestions too...

Where to Stay...

Ramada

by Wyndham

 
Our Official Accommodation Partners! 

Ramada by Wyndham Belfast is located in Cathedral Quarter Belfast - the most popular part of the city. Cathedral Quarter Belfast is home to some of the top bars and restaurants in Belfast, including the hotel's own SQ Bar & Grill restaurant.

The hotel offers 165 stylish bedrooms with walk in wet room with power shower, three bright meeting & events spaces, a relaxed and informal bar area, SQ Bar and Grill restaurant and free WiFi throughout.

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Bullitt Hotel

 

Bullitt Hotel is a stylish and cleverly designed hotel with an urban atmosphere, offering top-quality accommodation in Belfast city centre. It has everything you need to eat, drink, work and play. Grab a bite to eat in Taylor & Clay, quench your thirst in the Courtyard bar or elevate your evening in Babel, their rooftop bar.

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Premier Inn

Cathedral Quarter

 

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. The Four Corners Bar and Restaurant serves contemporary classics in a relaxed atmosphere. Each stay is supported by a 'Good Night Guarantee' to ensure all guests have a great stay.

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The Merchant Hotel

 

If you're looking for luxury during your stay then look no further!

The AA 5 Red Star Merchant Hotel in Belfast is situated in the heart of Belfast city centre’s historic Cathedral Quarter. The grandeur of the original Grade A listed building is complemented by an elegant art deco inspired wing with a multitude of exciting amenities.

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Food & Drink

Common Market

 

Common Market is a brand new street food market, function space and bar in the heart of Belfast's Cathedral Quarter! They've got options for everyone with all of our vendors catering for vegetarians and vegans, as well as a selection of gluten-free options. There are three fully-stocked bars with the best beer, wine, spirits and a fantastic range of cocktails!

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Established Coffee

 

Established Coffee are a café and coffee roasters based in Belfast's Cathedral Quarter.

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Yardbird

 

Yardbird is the rotisserie chicken restaurant upstairs above The Dirty Onion. Their chicken is marinated for 24 hours in lemon, buttermilk and paprika. It is then dry-rubbed, cooked and blast-chilled to keep it juicy and finally roasted on the spit. Ribs and wings are also available, as are a choice of sides and homemade desserts. Hungry yet?

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Neighbourhood Café

 

Welcome to Neighbourhood Café, located on 33 Donegall Street. Their focus is on specialty coffee, a quality brunch offering and uniquely warm customer service in Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter.  

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